Gloria Lee Staker, 79 of Stockdale passed away Sunday, July 4, 2021 at SOMC. Born August 28, 1941 in Portsmouth, a daughter of the late Earnest and Cathleen Maguire Harris, she was a Portsmouth High School graduate and obtained her bachelor's degree from Morehead University in teaching. She retired from Stockdale Schools and was a substitute teacher at Eastern Local Schools after retirement. She attended Stockdale United Christian Church.

She is survived by her husband of over 54 years, Nolan Staker; one son, Nolan Staker, II, and two grandchildren, Nicholas Staker and Alexyss Staker. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by one brother, Bob Harris.

Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Stockade Cemetery with Aaron Swango officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Erwin-Dodson-Allen Funeral Home in Minford. Online condolences may be sent to www.edafh.com.