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Glenda Jean Lowe Stripling, 82, of Okeechobee, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025. Born December 24, 1942, in Plant City, she was known for her warmth, creativity, and devotion to family and faith. She is survived by children Glynnis Butler, Brenda Quinlin, Michael Stripling, Scott Henkel, daughter-in-law Kai; grandchildren Frank, Karen, Kayla, Kaitlyn, Dayton, Summer, Jake, Sam, Nick; great-grandchildren Matthew, Nathan, Rylan, Christian, Caiden, Bailey, Makenna, Collins, Zoie, Roman; sister Nancy Lee, brother Sydney Lowe. Funeral will be held November 20 at 10 a.m. at Seventh-day Adventist Church. Donations to Hospice of Okeechobee.