Gloria Jean BIRD (nee Wicks)

Gloria Jean Bird (nee Wicks), aged 82, of Peterborough, Ontario, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at Lakefield Extendicare, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 18, 1944, in Peterborough, Ontario, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Martha Wicks. Gloria is survived by her devoted husband of 61 years, Bill Bird, and their children, Roger (Keri), Jeff (Karen), and Jason (Suzanne) Bird. She also leaves behind eight grandchildren: Madison, Tamara, Nathaniel, Kyle (Paige), Bronwyn (Carson), Max, Kate, and Mackenzie, as well as her loving sister, Tish Oosterbroek. A graduate of Peterborough Civic Hospital as an RN in 1964, Gloria worked at PCH and Scott Clinic until her retirement. An enthusiastic flutist in the New Horizons band and a talented painter, she and Bill enjoyed extensive travels throughout the US. A service to celebrate her life will be held at Highland Park Funeral Centre on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with a reception to follow. Donations in her memory may be made to the Hospital for Sick Children or Lakefield Animal Welfare Society.