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GLENN BASS Obituary

BASS, GLENN LEE - passed away Thursday, June 26, 2014, following a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was born in 1948 in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and was raised in a military family living in Japan, France, Germany, Illinois, and Alabama. After serving four years in the U.S. Navy, Glenn went on to earn his undergraduate degree from the University of Alabama in Huntsville and a graduate degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He remained at UT working as a computer specialist for 28 years. Glenn is survived by his wife, Diane Troy Bass; son and daughter-in-law, Robbie and Danielle Bass; son, Andrew Bass; brother and sister-in-law, Jeff and Paula Bass; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kat and Rodger Thompson and Donna and Stan Scroggins. There will be no funeral services. Glenn requested that his body be donated for medical research. Restore Life USA is providing the services. His family will gather in his beloved Smoky Mountains to celebrate his life. If you wish, you can donate to the charity of your choice in Glenn's memory.

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel on Jul. 6, 2014.

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June 6, 2018

I considered Glenn one of my best friends in the early 60's when our fathers were both stationed at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama.

I only saw him once again after we moved away.

At the time of our friendship, Glenn had wanted to go into medicine, and I had wanted to follow my father into the army. Glenn inspired me and is responsible for my medical career

Bill Katz

Nancy Moutoux

July 17, 2014

So sorry to hear of Glenn's passing. He and I started at UT in the same department at the same time. He was a unique character and I enjoyed his wit, knowledge of just about everything and his desire to help people in anyway he could. He will be missed in many ways.

Bob Muenchen

July 11, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Glenn for several years. He had a sharp mind and a hilarious sense of humor. We had many discussions of early church history, which he knew quite a lot about. I'll really miss talking to him.

PJ Snodgrass

July 8, 2014

The world has lost a great person and a great mind. I was privileged to work in the same office with Glenn for several years. He was so smart, witty, and was always smiling. Thanks for being on this earth Glenn.

July 7, 2014

My deepest sympathy to your family. Our loving creator invites us to approach him in prayer, to pour out our heart to him. (Psalm 62:8) May he grant you guidance, strength and comfort during this time of sadness.

Bobbie Christenberry

July 7, 2014

Glenn will be much missed. He always fixed my computer problems. He was a joy to know. I met him while working at U.T. and after leaving, he came to our home to fix my computer. Thanks Glenn. You will always be remembered by me. Bobbie Christenberry

Diane Eubanks

July 6, 2014

Diane, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

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