Cobarrubias, Gloria Jane Nov. 17, 1924 to August 20, 2010 Gloria Jane Cobarrubias, 85, died peacefully surrounded by the love of her family on August 20, 2010 in San Diego, California. She was a beloved mother and grandmother and she will be missed by her family and many friends who stood bravely by her side through several medical challenges presented her throughout her life. Gloria was the oldest daughter born to Effie Jane and William Slack in Chula Vista. Gloria began her career as a statistician for Dr. Russell Raitt at Scripps Institute of Oceanography and their work contributed to ocean bottom surveying from 1946 - 1964. She went to school at San Diego State and completed her studies in advanced calculus and statistics. She married Joseph William Cobarrubias in 1964 and they raised two daughters, Marta and Susan, in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles. After the conclusion of seventeen years of marriage, Gloria moved back to La Jolla in 1984. She rediscovered her love for singing opera with the assistance of her teacher and dear friend, Rhoda Gaylis. She enjoyed singing in recitals and ceremonies for friends. Her life ran full circle returning to San Diego, as she was happiest closest to the ocean. Gloria will be missed by her friends at the University City United Church, as so many reached out to her in times of need. Gloria is survived by her daughters, Susan Jane Pinkston and Marta Donovan (husband Scott Donovan); and grandsons, Grant and Ryan Donovan. A celebration of her life will be held at University City United Church, 2877 Governor Drive, San Diego on Saturday, September 4th, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the San Diego Opera or to University City United Church. Published in San Diego Union-Tribune on August 29, 2010