Gloria Johanne Berglund Nohrden
Obituary
Gloria Johanne Berglund Nohrden, born on June 14, 1931, passed away on November 7, 2023, at the age of 92.
Gloria was born in San Francisco. Her parents had a home in San Francisco and a second residence in the Santa Cruz mountains. She spent half of her year in the Santa Cruz mountains and the other half in San Francisco.
Gloria cherished her long horseback rides from Corralitos to Los Gatos. Her love for horses led her to join the Watsonville Horseman's Association, where she met her future husband, Donald Nohrden. Together, they enjoyed traveling across the United States, Canada, and going on cruises.
Gloria and her husband, Donald, created a beautiful homestead in the Santa Cruz mountains, where they lived for 67 years. Some of Gloria's fondest memories were hosting family and friends for various pool parties and even having a few neighborhood hoedowns.
Gloria's greatest pride and joy was her family. She found immense joy in watching her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren learn and grow. She embraced life to the fullest.
Gloria is survived by her sons, Daniel Nohrden (Vicki), Gary Nohrden (Laylah), and Gregory Nohrden (Cynthia); her daughter, Deanna Nohrden Copeland (Daniel); her cousins Sandra Lua and Heidi Nash; her sister-in-law, Lorraine Mathiesen; 12 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren; as well as 4 nieces and 1 nephew.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to TJ, Veronica, Kayla, Naomi, Gloria, Barbara, Diana, and the rest of the team at Hospice of Santa Cruz County for their exceptional care and support during Gloria's final days.
In accordance with Gloria's wishes, there will not be a service. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Hospice of Santa Cruz County.
Published in The Pajaronian · November 13, 2023