She was born in Keeseville on November 18, 1924, the daughter of Alfred and Georgiana (Frazier) Tellier. She grew up in Keeseville and graduated from Keeseville Central School in 1941.
She married T. Edward Bombard in 1946. He predeceased her on May 23, 2000.
Gladys worked for NYS Senator George Eustis Paine for several years and then for the Law Office of O'Connell and Wolfe in Plattsburgh.
She was a member of the Altar Rosary Society and the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary.
Gladys enjoyed crocheting and spending time visiting with friends and family. She was always open to learning and sharing her knowledge, including history.
Left to cherish the memory of Gladys are her children, Thomas Edward Bombard, Jr., Cynthia A. Hughes (Kevin), and Jan E. Scholl; grandchildren, Danielle Bombard, Jody Bombard, Jason J. Hughes (Erika), Kevin M. Hughes (Andrea), and Derek Scholl (Elanie); great-grandchildren, Hunter Barnes, Adam, Audrey, and Oliver Hughes, Emily Hughes, and Peter, Katherine, and Drew Scholl; her sister-in-law, Linda Tellier; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by eleven brothers and sisters and their spouses.
Calling hours will be held Monday, May 8, 2023, from 4 to 6 pm at the Hamilton Funeral Home, 124 Clinton Street, Keeseville. A Christian burial Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 10 am in St. John's Church in Keeseville. Committal prayers and burial will follow in the parish cemetery.
Donations in her memory may be made to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements are in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 124 Clinton Street, Keeseville,