Gladys Maria Escalera

Gladys Escalera passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion to her family. She will be remembered for her caring nature and the deep bonds she shared with those around her.

Gladys is survived by her loving husband, Miguel Escalera. She was previously married to Jamie Vivas.

She is also survived by her children, Veronica Vivas, John Hugo Vivas, and Maritza Vivas. She was a proud grandmother to Marisela Palacio, Rubi Mejia, Marina Mejia, Marimar Mejia, Maritzabell Mejia, Gonzalo Palacio, Daniel Palacio, Gladys Johanna Vivas, John David Vivas, Junior Vivas, Christopher Vivas and Hugo Vivas.

Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren: Adrian Flores, Marcellina Vivas, Adelina Palacio, Horacio Palacio, Matthew Mesa, and Luna Palacio.

She is also survived by her siblings: Roma Barreto, Merly Barreto, Josefa Barreto, Fernando Barreto, Jenny Barreto, and Jose Barreto and her son in laws, Marco Mejia and Fransico Mejia and daughter in law, Maria Rodriguez.

She was predeceased by her siblings Rosehber Barreto and Maria Barreto.

Gladys will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew and loved her. Her memory will live on through the generations she leaves behind.

A Service will be held at 7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Brooks Lyon Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, 6 PM until 7 PM at Brooks Lyon Funeral Home.

Brooks Lyon Funeral and Cremation Services, 115 Main Street, South Boston is honored to be serving the Escalera family and offers online condolences by visiting their website, www.brookslyon.com or by going to their Facebook page.