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Glen Merrill German

1939 - 2013

Glen Merrill German obituary, 1939-2013, West Lafayette, IN

BORN

1939

DIED

2013

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Simplicity Funeral Care

1608 Schuyler Avenue

Lafayette, Indiana

Glen German Obituary

Glen Merrill German

Glen Merrill German, 74, of West Lafayette, passed away at 8:45 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2013 at Heritage Healthcare.

Glen was born in Otterbein, IN on January 1, 1939 to the late Merle and Violet Bower German. Glen is survived by his ex-wife, Ruth Willits German of West Lafayette, and they remained close friends until his death.

Glen served in the Army National Guard in his early adult years. Glen worked until his retirement as a sales and businessman for Elmer's Auction in downtown Lafayette, in addition to owning his own furniture moving and delivery businesses.

Glen enjoyed spending time with his family, playing card games, vacationing, reading Western novels and watching Western television show and movies.

Glen is survived by his three children; Deborah Reagin of Lafayette, David German (wife: Susan) of Bossier City, LA, and Steve German of Delphi, IN. He is also survived by 7 grandchildren; Amber German of West Lafayette, Michelle Reagin and Amanda Kohl of Lafayette, Carissa (husband: Howard)Sucher of Parkland, FL, April (husband: Shaun) Jones of Petersburg, ND, Christopher German of Bossier City, LA, and Preston German of Delphi, IN, and six great grandchildren, and a sister, Carolyn Miller of Lafayette.

Glen is preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Betty Rosenberger.

As per Glen's wishes before his death there will be no funeral or memorial services held. A private family celebration of Glen's life will be held at a later date. Simplicity Funeral Care entrusted with care. Share memories and condolences at www.simplicity-funeralcare.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal & Courier from Sep. 17 to Sep. 18, 2013.

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Justin Reagin

September 23, 2013

I am sorry for your loss.

Pam Rosenberger

September 18, 2013

I am thinking of all of you.

Sheila Booher Yost

September 18, 2013

Debbie and the boys I'm sorry for your lost. My prayers are with you.

Scherri O'Connor

September 18, 2013

Steve,
Very sorry for the loss of your father, keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers
Scherri O'Connor

September 18, 2013

Carolyn & Family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Linda Halsema & Family

Terri Payne-Maxwell

September 18, 2013

Debby and Dave and the rest of the family....sorry for your loss of your father. May he rest in peace.

Sue Dickman

September 17, 2013

REST IN PEACE GLEN...
You and Dad at the auction for many years with many great memories.
Thoughts and prayers for the family.

Valerie Dienhart

September 17, 2013

Amber, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sorry for your loss.

Brandy Jo Kelly

September 17, 2013

Thoughts & Prayer for the family. I remember Glen growing up. He even taught me how to roll a bowling ball.

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