Gloria Jean Clay
of Gregory, Michigan
Age 79, passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at her home in Gregory, after a brief illness. She was born December 8, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Clarence John and Nancy (Monterosso) Neubauer.
Gloria graduated from Lincoln Park High School in 1964. She was a librarian for a Catholic grade school for 20 years. Gloria enjoyed cruises, going to the casino, and spending time at the lake. She especially enjoyed her kids and grandkids.
On January 14, 1967, Gloria married her high school sweetheart, Tommy Clay, and he survives. Other survivors include a son, John (Christi) Clay of Silver Lake, Michigan; a daughter, Jodi (Steve) Gagnon of Chelsea; five grandchildren, Garrett, Ethan, Sarah, Emily and Evan; her siblings, William (Jayne) Neubauer, Robert Neubauer, Linda (Larry) Neubauer-Hall; two great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
A celebration of her life will be held this summer. Memorial contributions may be made to Mikey and Me, 465 S. Freer Rd., Chelsea, MI 48118.
Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.
