Gloria (Ragucci) Colarusso passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at the age of 95 after a long and fulfilling life. Gloria was born on March 23, 1929, in Cleveland Ohio to Antonio and Lucia Ragucci and had a brother Bart Ragucci. Preceded in death by her husband Michael A. Colarusso whom she was married to for 70 years.

Gloria graduated from Jane Adams High School where she studied cosmetology and made a career as a manicurist. Gloria's true passion, besides her family, was music. She studied voice and remained active in singing with community groups and as a member of St. Rita's Choir for over 60 years.

Gloria was a proud mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. Always thinking of others before herself. Gloria was the heartbeat of the home, always having some type of dessert on hand to serve anyone who stopped in. Best known for her homemade pies; peach, pumpkin and chocolate were her grandchildren's favorite.

Survived by her daughter's: Michele (John-deceased) Arsena and Marisa (Tom) Stoll.  Five grandchildren: Krista (Keith) Latore, Karla (Stearns) Brian, John Vito (Becky) Arsena; Nicholas (Christina Paskiet) and Michael Stoll and ten great grandchildren.

A mass of Christian burial will be March 12 at 10:00 am at St. Rita Catholic Church in Solon Ohio. Attendees may arrive at 9:30.

In remembrance of Gloria, donations can be made to: Poor Clare's 4108 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44103.