James Edward "Ed" Glenn
April 25, 1942 ~ October 30, 2020
Born in:
Mills River, NC
Resided in:
Mills River, NC
James Edward “Ed” Glenn, 78, of Mills River, passed away Friday, October 30 at Mission Hospital, following a long period of declining health.
Ed was a son of the late Posey Bascombe Glenn and Eloise Ruth Glenn.
He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Cheryl Breiland Glenn; three children, Shelley Brittain (Marc), Kristi Duckett (Greg) and Bo Glenn (Kari); five grandchildren, Sean Kremer (Lindsey), Summer Schmidt (Logan), Laura Sprouse (Jon), Lee Gordon and Nathaniel Glenn; four siblings, David Glenn (Eva), Mary Stewart (Thaylon), Rebecca Nesbitt (Jack) and Brenda Livingston and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ed was a lifelong resident of Mills River and proudly served his county in the US Air Force for 6 years. He was an active member of Fletcher First Baptist Church and previously served as a Deacon at French Broad Baptist Church, Mills River Baptist Church and Ebenezer Baptist Church. He retired from ABF Freight after 33 years as a journeyman diesel mechanic.
Ed was very involved and proud of his role in the incorporation of the Town of Mills River and was elected to the first Mills River Town Council. After being re-elected to a second term, he retired from public service in 2007. Ed enjoyed his horses, attending West Henderson athletics and spending time with his family. He also loved Southern Gospel music, choir music and times of worship.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 6 at Fletcher First Baptist Church with Pastors Roy Waldroup, Gunne Davis and Thomas Glenn officiating. The service will be streamed live on the church website (www.fletcherfirstbaptist.com). The burial will follow at Calvary Churchyard. Ed will lie in repose at the church on Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 PM, during which time the family will be very pleased to speak to guests. Face coverings are required inside the church and CDC social distancing guidelines will be adhered to.
Memorial donations may be made to the Broyhill Children’s Home, 111 Sneed Drive, Clyde, NC 28721.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
Services
Funeral Service: November 6, 2020 2:00 pm
Fletcher First Baptist Church
5 Cane Creek Road
Fletcher, NC 28732
687 1031
Burial:
Calvary Episcopal Churchyard
Hendersonville Road
Fletcher, NC 28732
828-252-3535
For those who wish to pay their respects: November 5, 2020 6:00 pm - May 19, 2025 8:00 pm
Fletcher First Baptist Church
5 Cane Creek Road
Fletcher, NC 28732
687 1031
Funeral Home Assisting The Family:
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
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Cheryl and family, So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to all the family at this difficult time. We knew Ed and Cheryl at Ebenezer Baptist.
Joe & Marilyn Thompson
Sharon & Tommy King
Cheryl and family. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all at this time. God bless.
Cheryl, Kristi & Family, so sorry to hear of Ed’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless
Bob & Carolyn Wise
Rest in Peace Mr. Glenn. God bless Mrs. Glenn and the family in this very difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy to Cheryl, Kristi, and All the Family. Ed was such a dear person and will be truly missed at the dental office. May God comfort All of you during this difficult time.
Dr. William Newsom’s office
My deepest sympathies to this wonderful family. They were always so kind and supportive of our schools. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl and family we are so sorry for your loss. Drew Brannon and I reflecting over memories of Eddie a couple of days ago. We were classmates, teammates, friends for 12 years of school as well as contact Eddie and the Family over the years. Marilyn and I offer our most sincere condolences, we know and love all of you !
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all!
Cheryl and Kristie, thinking of you all during this time. So sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family for healing and strength.
We are so sorry for your loss.
We will be remembering Cheryl & all the family in the days ahead.
Praying for each of you. We love you !
Cheryl, you and Ed were always some of our favorite people! We have you and your family in our prayers
Cheryl, Shelley, Kristi, and Bo our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have so many wonderful memories of your family when we served together at church. Kerry remembers Eddie as the man who had wintergreen gum in his pocket to give her. We are praying for God’s peace and comfort for all of you. Heaven gained another saint. Hold to your precious memories. With love, Steve and Tricia Allen
Cheryl, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Jill & Paul