Neil, Glen Riley 78. Born Oct. 23, 1927 the youngest of 10 children, at the family farm in Mason City, Iowa. Died outside of Phoenix, AZ. March 1, 2006. Glen lived at Crane Lake MN. When Glen first came to Mpls., he lived and worked at the Pillsbury House under the care of Ed Currie. Just after WWII Glen was in the Air Force and was stationed in the Philippines. He was activated again during the Korean War and was sent to Japan. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Carol; sons, David (Patrice), Dean (Linda Broz) and Michael (Susan); brother, Charlie Neil in Orr, MN; grandchildren, Jacob, Christopher, Amanda L., Patrick, Amanda M., and Riley. Also many nieces, nephews and their families. On March 18th (Sat) there will be a memorial service and gathering at the Marriott West Hotel, 9960 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park, 952-544-4400. The service will start at 2:00 PM and there will be a luncheon gathering after. Private interment will be at Ft. Snelling at a later date.
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Glen really enjoyed snowbirding in Arizona, feeling good, and having the freedom of being able to get around easily. He seemed happiest when he could drive visitors around and see how much fun they were having. But if he saw any snow on the mountains, he wanted to go in the opposite direction, and fast! Glen was a very loving and accepting father-in-law, and I couldn't imagine a better one. I will miss him dearly!
Linda Broz
March 16, 2006 | St. Paul, MN
Glen's gentle manner and reassuring smile always made me feel like everything will be OK. Heaven is lucky to have received an Angel such as Glen. He will be missed here on Earth.
Bill Day
March 15, 2006 | Hugo, MN
Great Uncle Glen was just that, Great. We will miss his kind nature and his wonderful smiles, which soo reminded me of my grandpa's smiles.My heart and prayers go out to Carol,Dave,Mike,Dean and their families. My daughter Katie summed it up saying,"I bet he is having fun giving all the kids in heaven a four wheeler ride." He will be missed by so many.
Lou and Deb Rickers
March 14, 2006 | Hornick, IA
His smile always brightened up your day! The love he had for all of us and the love we had for him will be cherished forever. We will miss him dearly.
Susan Neil
March 13, 2006 | Cedar Rapids, IA
A lifetime of memories can't be written. I'll always remember Glen's smile. My parents honored me with Glen's name and I will cherish it forever. George Glen Neil
George Neil
March 13, 2006 | Fort Collins, CO
Uncle Glen was the sweetest, kindest man I have ever know and he will be missed deeply. It will never be the same going up to Crane Lake. My thoughts and prayers go out to Carol and the rest of the family.
Lynn Castellano
March 13, 2006 | Marble, MN
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Neil family. With Love from Ellen and Doug Gallow (Sue Neil's sister)
Doug Gallow
March 12, 2006 | Lebanon, OH
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Duane Terpenning
March 12, 2006 | Mc Murray, PA
Glen,my uncle was like a brother to me. When we were young I lived at Crane Lake and Glen and Charlie stayed with us as they went to school. It was like we grew up together. In the 60's I lived in New Brighton near where Glen and Carol lived, I spent many days and evenings at their house. At that time I had a car accident, Glen stopped every single day on his way home from work to see how I was doing. There will never be a more sweeter, kinder man than Glen.
I will miss him alot. I...
Lavonne Timmerman
March 12, 2006 | Marble, MN
