Marlborough – Gloria E. (Ballard) Dzigas, 81 of Marlborough, died Monday, March 13, 2023.
She was the daughter of the late E. Gloria (Heath) Ballard and the beloved wife of Joseph P. Dzigas. Joseph and Gloria were childhood sweethearts. They were married for more than 62 years. Sadly, she was predeceased by her dear son, Jay Dzigas.
Besides her husband, she is survived by her daughter Julie Osetek and her husband Alan of Southborough, MA and her adored grandchildren, Alex, Zachary and Luke.
Gloria cherished her family and her many friends. She radiated love and warmly shared it with everyone she encountered.
Visiting hours for Gloria will be held on Sunday, March 19, 2023, from 4:00-6:00PM at the Slattery Funeral Home, Inc., 40 Pleasant St., Marlborough, MA 01752. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00AM at St. Matthew Church, 26 Highland St., Southborough, MA 01772. Burial will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery, Cox St., Hudson, MA 01749.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Our Danny Cancer Fund, UMass Medical School Development Office, P. O. Box 2795, Worcester, MA 01613-9938.
