Franklin – Gloria Hurst Leinart, 85, passed away January 14, 2026 in her home.  Born on March 15, 1940, she was a daughter of the late William Edward Hurst and Thelma Hubbard Hurst.  She was also predeceased by her husband, William Roy "Bill" Leinart, Sr.; a son, Benjamin James Keeter, III; two sisters, Sylvia Ferguson and Frances Cardwell; and a brother, William E. Hurst, Jr.

Gloria was a retired Marketing Representative for Hershey Chocolate Factory.  She lived life to the fullest, loved to have a good time, and enjoyed her family and friends, but she was lost without her loving husband Bill.

Left to cherish her memory is a son, James D. Keeter; three grandchildren, Jane Pruitt, Brianna Keeter, and Brett Keeter; a great grandson, Benjamin Keeter; and many nieces and nephews.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 4 to 6PM in Wright Funeral Home.  The family suggests that memorial donations be made to any favorite charity.

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