Gloria Wallace Ruhle, age 88, of Wanchese, died August 20, 2019.

Born in Oceanside, NY on June 11, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Alice and Charles Moore Wallace.

Gloria was the widow of Captain Philip H. Ruhle and was preceded in death by sons Philip, Thomas and Robert; grandson James; and siblings Walter, Budd, Charles and Sandra.

She is survived by sons James Ruhle (Kathy) and William Ruhle (Beth Ann); and daughter-in-law Donna Ruhle. She was known as Granny to several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gloria was a professional homemaker and made over twenty houses her home as her beloved husband Phil chased swordfish up and down the East Coast. Family was most important to Gloria and she was very proud of the one she had created.

Services are pending at this time.

Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences and memories can be shared at www.TwifordFH.com.

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