Gloria J. (Priest) Fournier, 75, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Alden Court. She was the daughter of the late Roland Priest and the late Pauline (Brabant) Priest and step-daughter of Mary Priest of Westport
Gloria was born in Fall River and had been a longtime resident of New Bedford. She loved her profession as a hairstylist and prior to retirement, owned/operated the former Razor's Edge Barber Shop, New Bedford. She enjoyed her Bible study group with friends and playing games on her iPad. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, especially her great grandchildren.
Survivors along with her step-mother include her daughter: Michelle Pinard of New Bedford; her 2 sisters: Claire Warren of New Bedford and Susan Velozo of Lake Wales, Florida; her brother: Tommy Priest of Westport; 2 grandchildren: Kristen Costa and Benjamin Pinard; 3 great grandchildren: Kayliana, Kameron and Penelope; her son-in-law: Doug Pinard; along with many nieces and nephews.
She was the mother of the late Michael Botelho and sister of the late Gary Priest.
Arrangements are private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.