SIGN IN OR REGISTER

Already Registered? Sign In Below
In Loving Memory of

Gloria Faith Gochanour

August 5th, 1933 - December 29th, 2025

Obituary

Gloria Gochanour, Born August 5, 1933, Passed December 29, 2025.
She was taken by her Lord at the age of 92. She joins her 
loving husband Leon and son Charles.

She was born in Washington, to Mildred and Harold Hanson.
She met Leon in Seattle Washington when he came home from
overseas. They were married April 5, 1952. Shortly after, they 
moved to Smith River California. They lived in town for 5 years with three 
of their children.

In 1961 they moved to their home on Oceanview Drive. There, 
they welcomed their fourth child. They loved the view and the wildlife.
that came to visit them. They enjoyed walking out the door to
see the yard covered with Elk. She called them her pets.

Everyone she knew, knew of her love of the people around
her. She had a big smile that came from deep within. She had that
smile for everyone she knew and saw. She loved making bread.
She shared homemade bread with friends and family. 
Their home was always open to family, friends, and visitors.

She is survived by her daughters, Christy Cadotte and husband 
Robert, Sandra Netzel and husband Clayton, Roxanne 
Fugate and Daughter-in-law Roxeen Gochanour.

Leave a Tribute

Memorial Events

FUNERAL SERVICE

Date & Time Saturday 02/21/2026 at 12:00 AM

Address Dat-naa-svt Community Center
300 dat-naa-svt Loop
Smith River, 95567

Contributions to Support the Family

Providing dedicated contributions is a meaningful way to offer support and care during a difficult time of grieving for the bereaved family.

Contribute To Planting Trees

Help contribute towards planting trees to honor loved ones and create a lasting legacy.

Maximum number of characters: 350 CONTRIBUTE

Express Checkout

Already a registered user? Login here

Gloria Faith Gochanour Contribution

Message

Total:

Share Your Memories & Condolences for Gloria Faith Gochanour

Create a captivating tribute to celebrate the life of your lost loved ones.

Add a Photo
Please select an image. Invalid file type. Allowed file formats are: Invalid file type or image is too big (> 3.5 MB). Allowed formats are:
Submit

Memories & Tributes

My most favorite cousin! I was born on her birthday. Gloria always said "I was her gift!" Truly...she is my lifetime gift on earth and in heaven. Michelle Lucas
Dear Sandy and Roxie, I’m sorry to see your Mother passed away. I know you’ll miss her and your father. She was a friendly face when I moved ba k to Smith River 7 years ago. I’ll miss seeing her around. If there’s anything g you need please feel free to contact me. Jill Norwood

Learning Center

Find comprehensive articles on funeral, burial, mourning traditions, tools and resources on grief and coping, along with guidance for expressing condolences.

Expressing Sympathy

Provide comfort to help family, friends and colleagues when a death occurs by expressing condolences appropriately with these articles and tips.

Learn more >>

Understanding Grief

Grief is the natural response to loss, and as we process through grief, we learn to cope. Understanding grief and what it means to cope are important first steps to recovery after the loss of a loved one.

Learn more >>
Find & Contribute to a Funeral
Find NEED HELP PLANNING A FUNERAL?
Cemetery.com, LLC | Copyright © 2026. All Rights Reserved.