Glenn Webb

1923 - 2010

Glenn Webb 1923 - 2010 Glenn Webb passed away Saturday night, October 16th, at his home. He was sitting in his favorite chair with his wife, Margaret, by his side. Glenn was born on December 30, 1923, on a dairy farm in Mesa, Arizona, one of nine brothers and sisters. He grew up working on the farm and later, as a young man, in the region's copper mines. He enlisted in the Army right after his high school graduation and served in Europe during World War II as a medic. After returning to the states and earning a degree from the University of Northern New Mexico, Glenn moved to Bakersfield, California to begin his long career as a teacher and counselor for the Bakersfield City School District. He loved his profession and the students he taught at the various schools throughout the district. Outside of school, Glenn loved to travel, often taking his family camping throughout the Western U.S. After retirement, he and Margaret toured the globe, visiting many foreign countries in Europe, Africa and Asia. Glenn usually enjoyed the company of his fellow travelers just as much as the destinations. Always the gentleman farmer, Glenn grew fruits and vegetables, and one could usually find him in the evening after work tending his garden. He also had a number of horses and other animals over the years. Glenn is survived by his wife and sons, Charles and Kent, as well as his daughters-in-law, Donna Webb and Dena Voth. He also took great pride and enormous joy in his grandchildren, Tyler, Tanner, Kristen, Zoe and Abby. A memorial service is planned for October 23, at 2:00 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2080 Stine Road, Bakersfield, CA 93309. www.bakersfield.com/obits