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William Glavash Obituary

William J. (Bill) Glavash, 64

William J. (Bill) Glavash, 64, of Lafayette, Indiana, passed away January 1, 2013, at 6:45 a.m. at the IU Arnett Hospital in Lafayette. He was born October 19, 1948, in Peoria, Illinois, to the late Boris J. and Elizabeth Marx Glavash. Bill married Wanda Oberlander in Lafayette on May 28, 1988, and she survives.

Bill graduated from Richwoods High School in Peoria, and attended the University of Illinois for two years. He worked at Caterpillar from 1974 to 1987 as a member of the management team that opened the Cat plant in Lafayette. In 1987, he became employed at Kirby Risk Electrical Supply as a purchasing manager and director of purchasing and materials management.

He served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1974 and was an electronic technician on nuclear powered fast attack submarines .

Bill loved golfing, and was particularly proud to be an Eagle Scout.

Surviving along with his wife, are a son, Christopher (Kendall) of Indianapolis; daughter, Emily Glavash of Lafayette; three stepchildren: Kevin Hysong (Amy) of Frankfort; Michael Hysong, Lafayette; Jamie Sliger (Brian) of Lafayette.

Grandchildren surviving are Sam Glavash of Indianapolis; Alex, Morgan, and Lauren Sliger of Lafayette.

Brothers Keith Glavash (Marylene) of Boston, Massachusetts; Dave Glavash (Becky) of Peoria, Illinois. Also several nieces and nephews.

Everyone who knew Bill loved him. He touched the lives of all who came in contact with him. His generosity, wit and love of people is his legacy.

Visitation will be Friday, January 4, from 5-8 p.m. at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Private family services will held at a later date

Those wishing may contribute to Stephen Ministries C/O Evangelical Covenant Church, 3600 S. 9th St. Lafayette,IN 47909. Leave condolences at www.soller-baker.com

Published by Journal & Courier from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2013.
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Wanda: My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family. I truly enjoyed and was blessed to have had the opportunity to work with Bill. He was the most knowledgeable, patient, and understanding man I've known. Always the optimist with a great personality. The mold was broken with Bill; he was genuinely one of a kind. When he spoke of you, his tremendous Love and admiration was so obvious and such a great testimony to you. I have lost a valued friend and while I will miss him, I am honored to have found a new friend in you. He will live on in our memories.
God Bless and know that I am here for you and your family.
Nancy

Nancy Jetter

January 16, 2013

WANDA, I WAS SCHOCKED AND COULD NOT BELIEVE THIS. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. EVERY DAY IS A BLESSING THESE DAYS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

CAROLYN WILSON

January 7, 2013

Bill was such a good friend to Bryan. He was always so gracious and easy to talk to and always quick to ask how we all were doing. It is a loss to this world that he is gone so soon. He will be missed terribly, but ever grateful that we knew him.

Sue Ramsey

January 4, 2013

Wanda,
I am so very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Karen Antczak

January 4, 2013

Wanda,
So sorry for you and the family. Bill was a good guy who always had a big 'hello'. We're here for you and will help you in any way we can.

Helen DeMarco

January 4, 2013

Wanda and family, we are so sorry to hear about Bill's death. He was a wonderful man and great neighbor. He was quite the busy beaver and had the most well manicured lawn in all of Wildcat Highlands. In fact, I remember seeing him mow his lawn twice in the same day because he didn't like how it laid after the first mowing. He will be greatly missed. You are all in our hearts and prayers. Much love, Beth, Joe, Justin, Jason and Jackson Franchville

Beth Franchville

January 3, 2013

Wanda-Keith-Dave and family...My heart, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I loved Bill's laugh and smile. I received a quote when Mom passed that brought me peace and comfort..."Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again". God bless and keep you all close to his heart. Love you

Chris Bozsoki

January 3, 2013

Wanda,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. He was always a nice person to talk to. Let me know if you need anything.

Angel Drown (Yeoman)

January 3, 2013

Wanda and family, Chris and Emily, I'm so saddened to hear about the loss of Bill. He was such a fun, sweet man. Praying for you all during this difficult time.

Gretchen Shook

January 3, 2013

Wanda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Bill was such a dear person and friend to me through the last 20 years or so. He will be missed so much here at Kirby. There was not a day that went by that we did not chat about life's events. I hope your faith will help keep you strong through this very trying time. Please know that I am here if you need anything at all.

Tracy Fink

January 3, 2013

Wanda and family - so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Always enjoyed talking with him when we visited Beth's. He will truly be missed. Betty Biggs- In.

January 3, 2013

I will miss Bill so much... He was a joy when he would come into work in the morning with a big smile and a hearty hello...He was such a positive person. Donna Bridgewater

January 3, 2013

Wanda - I am so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was such a wonderful person and I am truly grateful to have worked for him at Kirby Risk. My thoughts and prayers to you....May you find comfort through your faith, love of friends and family, and those precious memories to hold close to your heart. Peace....

Sue Momsen-Suttles

January 2, 2013

I will miss you Bill, you took a chance on me coming to work for you and always made me feel welcome when others didn't. You helped give me courage to stand along side my father as he too battled cancer, ever the optimist! You set a great example...thank you!

james downey

January 2, 2013

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