Glenda Faye Viola (Ginny, Grams, GiGi) of Granite City, Illinois beloved sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away surrounded by loved ones on January 29, 2025 at the age of 73 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Glenda was a strong, independent, loving and humorous person who touched the lives of many through her kindness and generosity. Her oldest granddaughter put it this way “Glenda was never afraid to speak her mind or engage in conversation. She had an infectious laugh and always knew how to make light of a situation. It was rare to see her sitting as her energetic nature had her always on the go. Family meant everything to her as her favorite hobby is seeing her kids and grandkids as much as possible.
Glenda was born April 24, 1951 in Granite City, Illinois to Clarance and Betty (Rowden) Sorenson. She was one of eight sibings. She was a CNA and worked many years for Delmar Gardens at Meremec Valley, Fenton Missouri. She is survived by: Her children: Ronnie Vinton (Gerald Carrier) Saint Louis, Missouri, Jeffrey Vinton (Donna Morgan) Granite City, Illinois, David Vinton (Candy) California, Tammy Cann (Bryan {the Warden}) Mitchell, Illinois. Her Grandchildren: Chelsea Lynch(Justin), Ryan Cann(Brooke) , Jordan Cann, Hannah Cann (Sebastian Sinclair), Michaela Vinton, Brayden Vinton, and Tret her great-grandchildren, Carter and Henry Lynch (she was excited about the third great grandson who is on his way) her siblings Linda Williams, Brenda Conner and David Sorenson.
She is predeceased by: siblings Phyllis Cain, Gary “Mike” Sorenson and Larry Sorenson. Her Celebration of life is TBD. Special Thanks to the R-Church Granite City, Illinois, Siteman Cancer Center and Evelyn’s House, Creve Coeur, Missouri “There is only one happiness in this life: to love and be loved.” George Sand God’s Girl Flying High.
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You may have passed on, but your memories always live on within us. Thank you for your care, your love, and everything you’ve done for my family. Thank you for the love you have gave Carter and Henry. They will forever cherish all the memories you’ve created together. Wherever you are, I know you are in a much better place. I will forever be grateful and thankful that you are my Grandmother. I live at peace knowing you you will forever watch over my boys. ♥️
Forever love you, Gigi (Glenda Faye)
I’m so sorry Ronnie and Jeep. Sending much love.
I’m sending prayers for all her family. She was one great and spunky lady. She did live her life to fullest even after her diagnosis. Her sister-took in-law Connie Sorenson took her on many road trips. I had the privilege of seeing her on that Saturday and see how her humor still was intact. RIP Ginny. ❤️
Skinny ginny it’s been almost my whole life with you and your family man we have had some fun through the years you will never be forgotten and I will think of all the memories when I become sad you was just like a second mother to me fly high sister sue I love you always bethy
Glenda I know your flying high with the angels I am so thankful for the fun memories we shared thankful I got to cook some of your favorite foods. Gone but not forgotten thank you for all the love you shared with my brother the “warden” he loved you.we all no heaven is where you are but I. Our hearts forever.love you my friend Donna Cann Kleier
Oh Glen… we had so much fun at DGMV. You showed me the way and taught me so much about life. You were a good friend. I’m sad you are gone.