Ann E. Gloster

Ann E. Gloster1935-2013SPRINGFIELD- Ann E. (Harrington) Gloster, 77, a longtime Springfield resident, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2013 at Baystate Medical Center.  She was born in Westfield on November 12, 1935 to the late Frank and Esther (Healey) Harrington.  Ann was a wife and homemaker for many years, then worked and retired as a sales clerk from Bradlee's Department Store. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Gloster in 2000 and her son Michael A. Gloster in 2002.  Ann leaves a son, Patrick J. Gloster and his wife Melanie of Springfield; two daughters, Diane Owens of Springfield, and Maureen Williams and her partner Steven French of Holyoke; four grandchildren, Heather Gloster of California, Joseph Gloster of Palmer, Devin Williams of Agawam, and Alex Fox of Holyoke; and three great grandchildren.  Ann's family would like to extend a special thank you to Firehouse 16.  A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 23rd at 1pm in St. Michael's Cemetery, St. Rita's Section, 1601 State St. Springfield.  There are no visiting hours.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250. For additional information, please visit ratellfuneralhome.com. Ratell Funeral Home(413) 543-3836