Florence Galbraith

March 31, 1917 - April 8, 2020

Florence (Ebers) Galbraith, age 103, formerly of Shrewsbury, MO, passed away at 6:05 am on Wednesday, April 8, 2020, at Cedarhurst Memory Care Center in Edwardsville, IL. She was a resident there for a little over three years. Florence was born at her family’s home in Wine Hill, IL on March 31, 1917, the daughter of late Martin & Emilie (Bierman) Ebers. Florence married Robert E. Galbraith on June 16, 1951 in St. Louis, MO. He preceded her in death on October 21, 1986. They had no children. Florence had 11 siblings that preceded her in death. Among these siblings, she had four brothers and seven sisters. Her four brothers included; Herbert, Amos, Clarence (Florence’s twin brother), and Norman Ebers. Her seven sisters included: Esther Grine, Martha Howie, Selma Folkers, Luella Bollmann, Verna Urban, Marie Ebers, and Irene Morgan. Florence is survived by several nieces and nephews and several other extended family members (e.g., great nieces and great nephews; great-great nieces and nephews; and great-great-great nieces and nephews). Four nephews, Leo Ebers, David Urban, Glen Howie, and Leonard Ebers, and one niece, Shirley (Folkers) Jovanovic, preceded her in death. Florence’s hobbies included reading, gardening, fishing, and making quilts. She was also known for her humor and making “yummy cherry pies” for her family at special gatherings. She was beloved by everyone that knew her. She was a current member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Edwardsville. Memorial contributions may be made to an animal shelter of your choice or the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals organization. We suggest one of these options because Aunt Florence greatly loved dogs and owned several dogs. A private family graveside with Rev. John Shank presiding will be held. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery in St. Louis. Weber & Rodney Funeral Home in Edwardsville, is in charge of arrangements.