On Sept. 8, 1956, she became the loving wife of Victor Leopold. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised four sons who were the pride and joy of her life. Gloria was a traditional woman whose greatest joy was her family. She was a gifted cook, baker and a die-hard fan of the Columbus Cardinals. Her love for her family knew no bounds, and she even found herself, however reluctantly, rooting for the Bellville Brahmas for a few years. You could always find her in the stands, cheering on her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren at their games. Everyone who knew her well could tell you about her chicken fried steak, fried chicken and pies.

Gloria worked at a local grocery store before finding her true calling as a paraprofessional in a life skills classroom at Columbus ISD, where she dedicated herself until she retired. Her love for her family and her passion for her work were a demonstration of her giving nature.

In her later years, Gloria found simple joys in life. She loved watching the birds from her living room window and was a devoted viewer of the Game Show Network. One of her most treasured possessions was a digital photo frame, a gift that kept her connected to her growing family. She would spend hours watching the photos and loved to talk about all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed listening to music, especially Elvis Presley, her all-time favorite.

Gloria’s life was a testament to the power of family and the importance of a loving heart. She will be remembered for her unwavering love, her strength, and her dedication to those she held dear. The family would like to thank Rachel Toliver and Darla Torres for their devoted care.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jeannetta Schmidt Ahlgrim and Elo Ahlgrim; her brother, Ronnie Ahlgrim and his wife Pat; and her grandchildren, Grace and Elizabeth.

She is survived by her loving husband, Victor Leopold; her children, Gary Leopold and wife Sandra, Mike Leopold and wife Marlene, Rocky Leopold and wife Wanda, and Scott Leopold and wife Julie; her grandchildren, Nick and wife Sarah, Jenny and husband Bryan, Brittney and husband Dusty, Mitchel and wife Jenna, Macy and husband Jake, Marcus and wife Katie, Cort and wife Robyn, Drew, Lexi and husband Derrick, Hayden, and Bryce. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Parker, Allie, Audrey, Smith, Evelyn, Easton, Saige, Rynlee, Bo, Luke, Skye, Navy and soon to be Holland; her half-sisters, Sharon Hajovsky and husband Joe, and Daphne Long and husband Jim; along with many nieces and nephews.

Funeral service was Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Columbus, TX, with Fr. James Dvorak officiating. Visitation was Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Henneke Funeral Home and Tuesday at church from 9-10 a.m. Burial took place in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers were Nick Leopold, Marcus Leopold, Mitchel Leopold, Cort Leopold, Drew Leopold, Hayden Leopold and Bryce Leopold.

Memorials may be made to your charity of choice. Online condolences may be given at www.hennekefuneralhome. com.