Mrs. Glenda W. Showley, 82, of Rochester, was surrounded by her loving family when she passed away at 10:02 AM, Friday, August 24 , 2018 at her residence.

Glenda Wilson was born on March 13 , 1936, in Pulaski County near Monterey. She was a cherished daughter of Glenn and Lera Overmyer Wilson. Growing up, she shared her childhood with a sister Lillian and two brothers Russell and Robert.  With great Zebra pride in 1954, Glenda graduated from Rochester High School earning the distinction of being valedictorian of her class.

Later that summer, on August 21st ,  Glenda married the love of her life Mr. Donald E. Showley at Rochester's Grace United Methodist Church.  Together they shared over 64 years of life's adventures.  From their union came three wonderful children Debbie, Dennis and Dan.  The family tree continued to grow with the added blessings of  five grandchildren and eight great-granddaughters.

A devoted member of Grace United Methodist Church for over 60 years, Glenda was a member of the United Methodist Women and Bible study groups.

Don and Glenda enjoyed the  winter's warmth near Estero, Florida.  She became the social director for circle activities with her Florida friends.  Glenda enjoyed competitive bridge and other card games along with the challenging board game Mahjong.

A vibrant farmer's wife, Glenda oversaw the milking operation in the early years and ran the Showley farm's office throughout her agricultural career.  She cooked and baked a feast for those assisting with their farming usually during the harvest or planting seasons.  A talented seamstress, Glenda made many Halloween costumes for her grandchildren.  Don and Glenda annually planted and maintained a large garden.  The fall brought on a bountiful harvest and she canned and froze the delicious produce for winters use for her family.  Glenda annually planted beautiful flower gardens around her home to add color accenting the landscape.  She was also fond of the domestic backyard birds, feeding them and observing their activities.  She was the proud owner of a unique collection of owls.

As the matriarch of the Showley family, Grandma Glenda was proud to oversee four generations. She was court side for athletic activities, concerts and everything that involved her grandchildren and later the great-grands, Grandma Glenda looked forward to hosting holiday events and special family celebrations.  She was quite at home at her kitchen command post making requested dinners and always including desserts.  She was best remembered for her hot steaming cinnamon rolls from the oven or delicious pies.

Glenda is lovingly remembered by her husband, Don; a daughter, Deborah Barts and husband Monty,  a son, Daniel Showley and companion Leslie Strem, all of Rochester;  five grandchildren: Gretchen Mensch and husband Tyler of Noblesville, Landon Barts and wife Andrea, J.D. Showley and wife Morgan, Brantlyn Showley and wife Janet, and Peyton Showley; eight great-granddaughters: a trio of Mensch's,  Ella, Halle and Camille, Lera Barts, the Showley duo Ireland and Scarlett, and Teagan Showley who will welcome her little sister Mara in early September, all from Rochester; and her canine companion Wrigley, the Shih Tzu.

Preceding Glenda in death are her parents Glenn and Lera Wilson; an infant son Dennis E. Showley on May 16 , 1960; a special nephew Larry J. Carr, December 20 , 2013;  a sister Lillian Ludwig; and  two Wilson brothers, Russell and Robert.

A celebration of the life of  Mrs. Glenda W. Showley will be at  10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 29 , 2018, in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 West 18 ^th St. Rochester.   Pastor Paul Sutherland will officiate. Friends may visit with the family Tuesday from 4:00 - 8:00 PM and an hour prior to services on Wednesday . She will be laid to eternal rest on the family plot at Mt. Zion Cemetery.  Memorials may be made to Fulton County Animal Center 1540-N  Wentzel Street, Rochester, IN  46975 .