L. Edward Glass

GLASS – Atty. L. Edward, 62, Albuquerque, N.M., formerly of Johnstown, died Aug. 2, 2009, at home. Born Jan. 6, 1947, in Johnstown, son of Atty. Robert S. and Evelyn (Russell) Glass. Preceded in death by parents. Survived by loving wife, Lynn A. (Burns) Glass; daughter, Suzely M. Glass; brothers, Robert S. Glass Jr. and Walter Scott Glass; and numerous family members and dear friends. Atty. Glass was a graduate of Mount St. Mary's college and the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. His formal education included studies abroad in Rome and Mexico City. Upon his admission to the State Bar, Atty. Glass joined his father in the practice of law, becoming the third generation of Glass family lawyers. Quickly, he rose to prominence in the areas of criminal defense and civil litigation, often choosing cases where the stakes were high and the pay was low over those less stimulating concerns that paid well but mattered little. A man of principle, Atty. Glass was unwavering in the discharge of his duty of loyalty to his client and candor to the court. In trial, Atty. Glass was a quick thinker who was blessed with a special talent that allowed him to connect with the decision-maker, judge or jury, through the metered magic of his word choices that were delivered in persuasive bass tones, sounding in trust and honesty. Atty. Glass was licensed to practice law in the Federal Courts and in the states of Pennsylvania and New Mexico, where he spent the last 14 years of his professional life. Those same character traits that anchored Atty. Glass in his profession, served him equally well in his role as loving father to Suzely and devoted husband to Lynn. In quieter moments, Atty. Glass enjoyed the arts, reading and cinema. Atty. Glass was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast. He embraced the Southwest culture and enjoyed the scenic beauty of the New Mexican deserts and mountains. Former member of Our Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church, where funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, the Very Rev. Paul E. Turnbull, VF. Friends received from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 7, at Frank Duca Funeral Home, Westmont Chapel, 1622 Menoher Blvd. Interment, Grandview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 15120 Collections Center Drive, Chicago, Ill. 60693, in his memory.