Marie J. Gliva, 101, of La Porte, passed away on Monday, July 10, 2017 at Fountainview Terrace.
Marie was born in Philadelphia, PA, on May 16, 1916 to William L. and Marie J. (McInerney) Reteneller.
On August 14, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA, she married Benjamin F. Gliva who preceded her in death in 1968. Surviving are her beloved sons, Richard W. (Linda) Gliva of Michigan City and Paul W. (Deborah) Gliva of La Porte; and 7 grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; son, Clifford M. Gliva, Sr.; brothers, William L. Reteneller of Kissimmee, FL, and Rayfield Reteneller; and sisters, Anna Rose Reteneller and Florance Haesler.
Marie worked at Krogers and retired from Gateway Industries in Michigan City as an inspector. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and a former member of the Center Township Firebelles.
A Celebration of Life Graveside Service will be held at 1 PM (CST) on Friday, July 14, 2017 at Pine Lake Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.