Gladys Biskup (1918-2020)

BISKUP, MCFARLIN

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 1/20/2021 at 12:32:46

Gladys Mae James Biskup was born August 24, 1918 in Arlington, Iowa. She was the daughter of Mae and Melvin McFarlin. She married Willard E. James December 23, 1937 in Langworthy, Iowa. From this union three children were born, Willard B. James of Mitchellville, Ia., Maelene Weston of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Rosalee Franklin(Larry) of Loveland, Colorado.

Gladys worked at Souvenir Pencil Factory for 25 years. After retiring she enjoyed traveling, and was an active member of the Moose Lodge to which she belonged. She was a long time member of First Lutheran Church and was active in earlier years.

Gladys is survived by her 3 children, 7 grandchildren, David Weston (Lori), Jannes Riley (Michael), Kathy Martin (Rocky), Scott Franklin (Deanna), Chuck James (Tina), Jeff James and Lisa James, plus 11 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great grandchildren and a niece Patty Watcher. She was preceded in death by her husband Willard E. James of 40 years, second husband Angelo Biskup, a sister Emma Posusa, granddaughter Lori James, grandson Tim Franklin, son-in-law Lyle Weston and son-in-law Bruce Jensen. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.

Graveside services will be held November 2, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. at Cedar Memorial. Pastor Steven Knudson of First Lutheran Church officiating.