Gloria Herbert-Vaughan's Obituary
Gloria Herbert-Vaughan of Burlington, NJ, passed away on July 29th, 2025, at the age of 71.
Born to the late Alfred and Constantia (Herbert) Lawrence on August 9th, 1953, in Bassterre, Saint Kitts as one of sixteen children, including Sylvia (Robert) Phillips, Elsie (Delroy) Adams, Carmen (Calvin Liburd) Herbert, Cheryl Herbert, Alfonso Herbert, Wenthworth (Diana) Herbert, Arthur Herbert, and Lawson Herbert. Growing up, Gloria attended Bassterre High School as graduating class of 1971. While a teenager, she met the love of her life, the late Calvin Vaughan (2019). Gloria and Calvin had a bond that was rooted in love, respect, and family. As a couple they enjoyed going for long walks together and watching television. The pair moved from St. Kitts to New York, officially marrying in June of 2007. With so much love to share, they welcomed their three beloved children, Pamella (Carl) Herbert-Thomas, Sandrene (Uchendu) Nwoko, and Jestin (Eugenia) Herbert. Gloria loved being their mom. As a family, they spent their days going to the casinos and shopping at the local outlet malls while their nights were spent playing various games.
As Gloria’s children became older & started families of their own, Gloria took on a new title of grandmother to Carl Thomas Jr., Oneisha Thomas, Gabrielle Thomas, Daniel Thomas, Trevaughan Nwoko, Aiden Herbert, Sienna Nwoko, and Avery Herbert. Gloria’s family meant the world to her, being able to have everyone together laughing and playing games was very important to her. She developed close relationships with her nieces and nephews Camella, Brenda, Sharon, Sandra, Sherryann, Shabazz, Lisa, Neola, Tessie, Sherilyn, Nicky, Kashika, Becky, Shana, Kenzie, Shaqueena, Steve, Neville, Junie, Michael, Gregory, Shawn, Al, Camroy, Evans, Sean, Sheldon, Brian, Shane, Julian, Devante, and many more nieces and nephews to mention.
When Gloria was not spending time with her family, she could be found listening to Gospel music, watching television, and shopping. Her family fondly remember her charismatic personality and her ability to go with the flow of life.
Gloria will be remembered fondly by those who knew and loved her for her kind, witty personality and her love for her family.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend Gloria's viewing on Friday, August 15th, 2025, from 10am - 12pm in Givnish Funeral Homes, located at 1200 US-130 N., Cinnaminson, NJ, 08077, followed by words of remembrance at 12pm.
Interment will be held privately.
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