Gloria A. Townsend, 82, of Farmington, Iowa, passed away at 11:04 a.m. Thursday, July 17, 2025, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.
She was born on December 22, 1942, in Keokuk, the daughter of David and Mamie Johnson Young. She married Harry Townsend, they later divorced.
She is survived by her two sons: Rick (Tami) Townsend of Farmington, Iowa and Randy (Debbie) Townsend of Fort Madison, Iowa; grandson: Matthew Townsend; granddaughter: Brittany (Nick) Bronson; and great grandchildren: Addison, Camille and Jonah.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Her body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Home for cremation.
Per her wishes, no services will be held.
A memorial has been established in her memory and can be mailed to the family at: Schmitz Funeral Home, P.O. Box 56, Donnellson, Iowa 52625
Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements.