Karin E. Gladu

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karin E. Gladu, who departed this life on April 4, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on April 20, 1958, in Trenton, NJ, to the late Robert C. Bergner Sr. and Irene Edna Bush, Karin lived a life full of love, joy, and countless cherished memories. She resided in Bristol, PA, where she created a warm and loving home for her family.

Karin dedicated herself to being a homemaker, pouring her heart into her family. Her passion for baking and culinary arts shone through her previous work as a baker, bagel maker, and deli manager at Bensalem Wholesale. Family gatherings were a highlight of her life, particularly during the holidays when she loved hosting seafood cookouts that brought everyone together.

A true lover of life, Karin enjoyed thrifting and hunting for antiques, treasures that adorned her home and reflected her unique spirit. She was an anchor to her family, and her legacy of love, resilience, and joy will continue to inspire those fortunate enough to have known her.

Karin is survived by her devoted husband, James Arthur Gladu Jr., her daughter Danielle Mongiello, and her son James Mongiello (Jackie). She was a proud grandmother to Robert Edward Russian IV (Nicole), Gavin Jerome, Alexandria Jerome, and Annabella Nicol, and treasured her great-grandchildren, Aubrey Russian, Christina Russian, and Robert Edward Russian V. Her siblings—brothers Donald Bush (Sandra), Richard Bush (Kristine), Gilbert Bush, David Bergner (Andrea), Joseph Bergner (Tina), and Dennis Bergner, along with sisters Linda Stull (Matthew), Ruth Ann Soltman (Steve), and sisters in law, Terry MaGill and Sharon Varner-Bergner stand united in mourning her loss. Karin was preceded in death by her brothers, William Bergner, Frank Bush, and Robert Bergner Jr.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Karin’s visitation at the Tomlinson Funeral Home, 2207 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, Pa 19020 on Wednesday, April 8th from 5:00-6:00 PM followed by her memorial service at 6:00 PM. Interment will be private.

Karin E. Gladu’s journey may have ended, but her spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those she loved and who loved her in return. In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations to Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital, 7414 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pa 19136, which embodies the compassion and generosity towards animals that Karin exemplified in her life.

Rest in peace, dear Karin. You will be deeply missed and forever remembered.