Gloria E. Hilty, 75 of Hammond, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025. She was born June 14, 1950 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of the late, Robert “Dutch” and Martha “O.G.” (Buckley) Florig. A 1968 graduate of Morton High School, Gloria worked at NIPSCO and Carson Pierre Scott before taking on her favorite role of wife and mother. She enjoyed flower gardening, working on word puzzles, and adding to her collection of antiques and dolls. Gloria loved spending time with her family, especially cheering on her grandkids at all their events.
On May 29, 1971, Gloria married Phillip W. Hilty who survives along with their children, Kim (David) Brys and Phillip R. (Melissa) Hilty; grandchildren, Marissa (Ethan Peck) Brys, Zachary Brys, Jillian Hilty and Nathan Hilty; and her brother, Robert Florig.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Thursday, September 4, 2025 from 4:00-6:00 PM at Moeller Funeral Home 104 Roosevelt Rd., Valparaiso, with a Memorial Service beginning at 6:00 PM.
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Kim and Phil, I have so many fond memories of your mom growing up. She was an amazing lady and a great mom. Sending you and your families lots of love and prayers at this most difficult time. -Sheri Wilkes-Zilai
My most profound condolences to the Hilty family. -Martha Nava
Sending love and prayers at this most difficult time. -Laura Newlun
Gloria was a loving, caring person! She always thought of others before herself. She was a wonderful friend to my mother, Theresa, who met Gloria when they worked at Carson's in Hammond. She had the most loving heart for people! We are sending prayers to her family from our hearts! I know that one day we'll see her in Heaven again, and know that she is now at peace! We love and miss you, Gloria! We'll be at your memorial to say our "see you later" as it's never goodbye. Love, -Rachel Wooley and Theresa Martin
Mrs. Gloria Hilty was a Great Lady, it was a Pleasure to care for her for the past few Years. She will be Greatly Missed! Love, Her Fresenius Kidney Care-Hammond Family. -Susan Sobolewski
I’m so sorry for your loss. I knew Gloria from high school, and my dear friend Linda is Phil’s sister. I’m thinking of you at this most difficult time. -Leslie Hilton
