Glorianne (Elorriaga) Cortabitarte

     Our beloved Amuma went to be with her Heavenly Father on September 14, 2024.

     Glorianne Cortabitarte was born February 7, 1935 in Jerome, Idaho. She was the daughter of Candido and Gloria Elorriaga. Glorianne was raised in Hagerman, Idaho with her three siblings, Raymond, John, and her little sister Mary.

     In 1956 she met the love of her life, Elias Cortabitarte. Glorianne was Elias’ English tutor and they quickly fell in love. On August 6, 1960, the two were married at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Hagerman Idaho.  The following year, they welcomed their only child Julie Marie. They were just shy of 50 years married at the time of Elias's death. 

     In 1969 she received her teaching degree from Boise State University. She returned home to her alma mater, Hagerman High School. She dedicated her time and passion to the students there, teaching English and Spanish and serving as the pep club and cheerleader advisor. She attended numerous football and basketball games over the years, surviving many long trips without complaint. 

     Throughout the years, Elias and Glorianne enjoyed numerous trips to Spain to visit Elias's family, and it was always a special time when family came to America to visit them. Glorianne was a very proud member of the Gooding Basque Association. She participated in many events and baked many loaves of bread. As many know, Glorianne, was an amazing cook. Everyone always asked her to bring a dish to share because they knew it would be top notch. She was also a member of the Hagerman School Alumni Association and always enjoyed the yearly reunion. 

     Amuma cherished her time she spent with all her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  They all knew they could count on her for anything.  There will be a huge void in our lives without her. We love you Muma, a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck. 

     She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law - Julie and Brad Gough; granddaughter - Anni (Jeremy) Norstebon; grandsons - Jacob (Memori) Gough and Eli (Kyli) Gough. Her great grandchildren - Carter and Lander Norstebon; Dlyn, Brady and Addison Carmichael; Hatcher and Hayes Gough. 

     She was proceeded in death by her husband - Elias Cortabitarte; parents; sister; and two brothers.

     A viewing for family and friends will be held on Thursday, September 19th from 6:00 to 6:30pm at St. Catherine's Catholic Church.  

     A rosary will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 7:00 pm at St. Catherine's Catholic Church in Hagerman.      

     Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 11:00 am at St. Catherine's Catholic Church. Burial will follow at the Hagerman Cemetery. 

     Funeral services are under the care and direction of Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.

Memorial donations may be made in Glorianne's name to:

The Gooding Basque Association or the

Hagerman Alumni Association.

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