Tenafly, New Jersey
Planning for His Wedding
Diana Sherwood met Glenn Travers - or Saint Glenn, as her parents later called him - on a plane she was not on. He was seated by her friend, who insisted he meet Ms. Sherwood. That was nine years ago.
Mr. Travers, a World Trade Center electrician, bought a house with her in Tenafly, N.J., and embraced her three children. He did not just toss them baseballs - he taught them the skills of the game. He taught Mrs. Sherwood, a lawyer, to fish. He paid close attention to 14-year-old David, who was "floundering and confused" at first. The son of a Navy sailor, Mr. Travers taught David about battleships.
"This isn't the bachelor life," he would say. But he was comfortable with children, having raised two sons alone. He loved being outdoors and drove the family through the countryside to the bay or the Hudson River on Sunday afternoons. He and Mrs. Sherwood postponed marriage because each had been through a tough divorce, she said. But they were finally ready. Mrs. Sherwood wanted a church wedding. It was scheduled for January.
I knew glenn for many years. He was my husband Jack's best friend..they grew up together and enjoyed building battleships..I called him admiral glenn and my husband was captain jack.
Jack died in 1990 and I am sure they are together once more..glenn was a wonderful man
God rest his soul
Lenore infranca furlong
September 11, 2020 | Friend
S.I.P. Glenn
Glenn, may you continue to sleep peacefully. You will always be remembered as one of the nicest people I've had the pleasure to be acquainted with both professionally, and personally. My Wife and I send our sympathies to your family.
darrell smith
September 11, 2016 | Englewood, NJ
To Glenns family & friends, I was honored this year by carrying 2 cards of individuals lost on 9/11. One was for Glenn. I feel so blessed having the opportunity to pay honor to such a special person. A father is one of the most amazing qualities as person can hold. From the words of his family & friends, I can only conclude he was an absolutely AMAZING person. My heart & prayers of healing & hope continue for all. He will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
Sara Morehouse
September 14, 2011 | Columbus, OH
On September 11th 2010, David and I together watched the Boats across the Lake flying the American flag, while Amazing Grace was played by bagpipes. We cried, while Regina and Liz each called us, in their deep cries of pain. David and I thought that perhaps this represented the most meaningful public display of respect for you Glenn, and a recognition of our own personal loss and the loss of so many other Americans, 9 years ago. We can not escape the permanent and inconsolable sadness...
September 13, 2010
To Donn,Edilma, Glenn,Tina, Hope and Jack,
We will never forget our Glenn (Glenny).He was truly like family. He was and always will be "Our Best Man". Our children adored their Uncle Glenn. We treasure the memories and will pass them on to the next generation. We are and always will be here for you. He would be so proud of each of you and lives on in the children.
Uncle Charlie and Aunt Rita
September 11, 2010 | Long Island, NY
Glenn & family,
I am so sorry for your loss and I know your Dad would be proud. I hope all is well.
Love always,
Michele de Leon
September 11, 2009 | Tyrone, GA
In remembrance....
P Tabbernor
April 03, 2007 | Victoria, BC
My deepest sympothy goes out to Glenns family. I just found this guest book. My mother told me about it a few years ago when she found out. Her name is Valerie Langan. She was friends with Glenn and I went to high school with his son Glenn. I was in his home room class at Bayside High School. We use to talk everyday with Derek Sharp. When I heard the news I couldn't believe it. My thoughts are always with his family. God Bless!
Ilene Sclafani - Barone
March 25, 2007 | North Babylon, NY
Not a day, not an hour goes by when you are not thought of or missed. And yet I see you every day in a look, a smile, or just a feeling, in my heart. Thank you for that gift - all you were to us, and all that you will always be.
Diana
April 01, 2006 | Tenafly, NJ
