Mr. William Glenn was born to the late Ruby Kate Glenn on August 20, 1951 in Atlanta GA, at Grady Memorial Hospital. He was called home Wed, Jan 15, 2020 at Providence Northeast Hospital.
William graduated from Carver High School in Atlanta, GA. Not long after graduating at the age of 20 in 1971, he enlisted in the United States Army as a Military Police Officer. During this time Glenn met and married the love of his life Margaret. Glenn served and fought proudly for his country. He served in Desert Storm and had multiple deployments. After 22 years of service Glenn retired. He worked for CCA Children’s Detention Center. His last job was with the United States Postal Service where he retired for the second time.
Glenn enjoyed traveling, sports, poetry, and cowboy movies, and laughing with family and friends. He touched so many lives. He was a Patriot’s football fan and a Patriot for our country. He will be missed.
Mr. Glenn predeceased by mother Ruby Kate Glenn, and Uncle Jim Glenn, In-laws Walter (Louise) Bynum. two brother In-laws Walter Jr and Charles Bynum. One sister In-law Patricia Ann Alston.
William leaves behind his wife Margaret L. Glenn of 49 year; three children, Tina (Clifton) Childs, William C. Glenn Jr, and Emanuel A. Glenn; two step daughters, Rena and Jeanne Sanders; four sisters-in-law, Delouise (Anthony) Anderson, Mary Bynum, Jaqualine Bynum, and Levola Bynum; two brothers-in-law, Calvin Bynum and Cephus Alston; 11 grandchildren, Clifton Childs Jr., Carlito Childs, Ca’ron Childs, Mink Anderson, Emani Glenn, Elani Glenn, Emanuel Glenn, Emerson Glenn, Nelson Thomas, Tierra Thomas, and Gregory Thomas Jr.; five great-grandchildren, a multitude of nieces, nephews and special friends..
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