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Glenn Darr Obituary

DARR Glenn D. Darr, 68, passed away on January 20, 2007, at his home in Pataskala. The son of the late Dwight and Lillian Darr, Glenn was born in Wakatomica, Ohio on April 29, 1937. Graduated in 1955 from Warsaw High School in Warsaw, Ohio and from The Ohio State University in 1959. He taught mathematics and science at Margaretta High School in Castalia, Ohio, for eight years before leaving to join the staff of the Ohio Education Association where he served as a field representative and member of the Research Department. In 1978 he moved to Springfield, Illinois, to become Assistant Executive Director of the Illinois Education Association. In 1980 he returned to OEA as Executive Director, holding that post until his retirement in 1988. After retirement he did consulting work with the National Education Association. While he dedicated his career to improving the lot of teachers, Glenn was also a loving husband and father and an avid boater, cruising the Great Lakes and Florida waterways where he and his wife spent several winters living aboard their boat, "The Great Life." Glenn is survived by his wife of 45 years, Marilee; daughters and sons-in-law, Michelle and Michael Houston of Columbus, Linda and Sam Johnson of Morrow, Ohio; grandchildren, Daniel, Matthew and Dorothy Johnson, Patrick Houston and Kristin (Houston) Ratliff and her husband, Glenn. Surviving siblings include Donnie (Annette) Darr of Southlake, Texas, James (Mary) Darr of Warsaw, Ohio, Susanne Hagans (Jack MacAlexander) of Thornport, Ohio and Luella Hochstettler of Danville, Ohio. Glenn is also survived by his uncle, Jack Thomas of Inverness, Florida. Friends may call at KAUBER-SAMMONS FUNERAL HOME, Pataskala on Tuesday, January 23, 2007, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2007, at the funeral home with Chaplain Bethany Wallace officiating. Friends may come to the family home at 71 Kauai Ct., SW, Pataskala, after the ceremony. Interment will be the following day at Warsaw Cemetery at 11 a.m. with a gathering of friends afterward at the Warsaw Firehouse. Memorial contributions may be made in loving memory of Glenn to the Alzheimer's Association of Central Ohio, 3380 Tremont Rd., Columbus, OH 43221.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 22, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Glenn Darr

20 Entries

Alphonso Mance

January 26, 2007

All of us at the Tennessee Education Association send our heartfelt sympathy to Glenn's family. His contributions to the improvement of the lives of so many teachers are priceless. We hope that in time you will release the pain of his loss and embrace the joy of having had him in your life.

Al Mance
TEA Executive Director

Diane Belt

January 25, 2007

Linda and the entire Johnson and Darr Family,

Know that the Belt Family is praying for you in this time of sadness and celebration of a life. May God's peace and comfort follow you everyday.

In His Mercy and Grace Forever,
Diane, Michael, Kirsten and Marliese Belt

Ted Thompson

January 23, 2007

To Glenn's family --
May the power of God's love and promise of eternal life comfort you in this time of your loss.

Jim Ward

January 23, 2007

Glenn was a person that was my life
in that I will never forget. God bless
you and your's.

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Claudia (Cole) Williams

January 23, 2007

Marilee and family,
It was Glenn who was my most important mentor in this NEA work. He called me in his office one day and said "Claudia, you need to apply for the Executive Director job in Delaware." I did and that was the beginning of a new path for me. He made us laugh, he made us cry,he pushed us to new heights and made us better. The strengthening of public education and the many staff he affected are his legacy.
My deepest sympathy for your loss.

January 23, 2007

I pray that God will give you comfort and reflection of wonderful memories.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Tammy Speelman

Daniel Johnson

January 23, 2007

Thanks for all you did for me, Grandpa. May you rest in peace.

Jerry and Sandy Quigley

January 22, 2007

Linda and Family,
We are praying hard for all of you, I know how hard it was for us to deal with the Alzheimer's with my Dad Vic, it attacked his entire body and within a year he was gone. We miss him dearly and the memories of him will be with us forever.
We know they aren't suffering now and have brand new bodies, praise God... We love you bunches,

Chris Thompson

January 22, 2007

Glenn was a steadfast champion for the rights of school personnel and the students for all of his life that I was permitted to share ! More than that I could always count on him to be my dear friend. I consider that time spent working together to be one of the largest blessings of my life. I know I join many others who shared that time together is remembering what grand work was done by us all under his leadership. We came, we saw, we made a difference ! My respect for him has never waivered and I am sure that in his new and better place he is already organizing ! Marilee alread has heard my sorrowful sympathies. I will be seeing her and his family tomorrow.
Blessings upon us all !

Veronica Robinson

January 22, 2007

Linda and family, my heart goes out to each and every one of you during this difficult time. I will continue to pray for you.

Michael & Rita Butera

January 22, 2007

Dear Marilee and Family,

Rita and I want to extend our most sincere condolences. Glenn and you were always a great help in bringing us along as family friends in those days in Illinois. We remember Glenn as fun loving, with a biting wit that could always make you laugh. It was always our pleasure to call you friend.

Kathleen Lyons

January 22, 2007

To Glenn's family --
My deepest condolences. Glenn was a powerful force within the NEA and its affiliates. While I had not seen him for years, I remember the respect and admiration that I had for him.

Jan & George Trout

January 22, 2007

Praying for all of you. God will be your sustainging grace during this time.
Love & Prayers,
George & Jan Trout

Bob Barkley

January 22, 2007

I count Glenn as one of my very best friends and mentors. His loss feels to me as if my own family has lost a member. He was a devoted husband, father, and the strongest of advocates for teachers and all that public education could offer.
I send my love and condolences to his family and his many many friends.

Douglas Lambers

January 22, 2007

We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. You are in our prayers

Sybil Hayes

January 22, 2007

Linda and Dan...my prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and comfort you.

Mike Daugherty

January 22, 2007

Linda and Family,
We are saddened by your loss, and pray that God will console you during this time. We love your family very much.

Debby McKinley

January 22, 2007

Dear Mrs. Darr and family,
I certainly want to extend my condolences about the loss of Mr. Darr, but also to celebrate his healing. I know he was a wonderful man, and was glad to know him just a little. His personality, the love of his family and his way with people shone through until the end, both in contact with him as well as in the way others regarded him and cared for him.
I am proud to know all of you, and hope to learn from your grace during this whole experience.
Yours, Deb

Linda and Sam Johnson

January 22, 2007

Dad,
I love you.

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