Gloria F. (Purzes) King, 58, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Sunday, April 30th, 2017. Born in Wilkes-Barre on September 13, 1958, she was a daughter of the late William and Mildred (Swipes) Purzes. Gloria graduated from GAR High School in 1976. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother, William Purzes. Surviving is her husband of 36 years, Gerald Kind and friend, Wayne Perrins. Cremation services were private.