Obituary

Virginia Eileen Glattke, 83, Johnstown, passed away suddenly at UPMC Shadyside on June 26, 2026, after a brief illness. Born September 4, 1942, to the late Charles and Gladys (Reid) Glattke. Preceded in death by husband, Darwin Glattke; siblings, Betty Chestnutwod (Roy), Charles Brazil (Shirley), Gladys Raslevich (Paul), Walter Brazil (Irene), David Brazil, and Ruth Brazil; sister-in-law, Merna Brazil; brother-in-law, Lanny Fuller; and daughter-in-law, Barbara Glattke. Survived by siblings, Harry Brazil, Mael Fuller, and Linda Shoemaker; children, Douglas Glattke (Kathy) and his children, Douglas, Jr. (Katie), and Noah, and Eric Glattke and his children, Kaycee, Taylor, and Rylee; and granddog, Wilma. Virginia was known to always lend a helping hand and bake for events at St. Benedict Church. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Per Virginia’s request there will be no services at this time. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements in care of Simple Alternatives, Inc. Affordable Cremation & Sensible Funeral Care. Condolences may be made at SimpleAlternativeCares.com.