Gloria was kind and generous and gentle, but could be a fearless warrior when it came to protecting others. She had a sharp wit and was known to be always upbeat and smiling in spite of a life with many challenges. Gloria was much beloved by many and will be sorely missed by her family and friends. Gloria is survived by her daughter, Naomi Katz of Oakland, CA and a grandchild, Maya Katz-Ali. In addition to her parents, Gloria was predeceased by a sister, Alice Gray and her son, Michael Katz, who passed away in 2010. A Funeral Service will take place at the Simpson-Gaus Funeral Home, 411 Albany Ave on Friday December 29, 2017 at 11:30 AM, with Cantor Robert Cohen of Congregation Emanuel, officiating. Interment will follow in Montrepose Cemetery. The family requests that memorial donations be made to the Jewish Family and Community Services - East Bay, Holocaust Survivor Program, 2484 Shattuck Ave, Suite 210, Berkeley, CA 94704. Online condolences may be left for the family of Gloria by visiting www.SimpsonGaus.com To read the full obituary, please click here: http://www.simpsongaus.com/obituary/Gloria-Katz/Oakland-CA/1771791