George B. Gladden, 62, Rapid City, died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2006, at Fort Meade VA Medical Center in Sturgis.

He served in the U.S. Navy from Oct. 4, 1961 to July 12, 1965.

Survivors include his mother, Vangie Gladden, Corona, Calif.; one son, George Gladden, Buena Vista, Colo.; one daughter, Darcy Gladden, Buena Vista, Colo.; and two brothers, Britt Gladden, Rapid City, and Gary Gladden, Riverside, Calif.

Following his wishes, his body has been cremated, and no services are planned. Kinkade Funeral Chapel in Sturgis is in charge of arrangements.