Sam Glenn Obituary
Born in Carlton, GA, Sam was the son of the late James A Glenn, Sr and Frances Griffin Glenn. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Reba Bell Glenn, son, Samuel Jeffrey Glenn and his brother, James A Glenn, Jr.
Sam graduated from Comer High School in 1948 and attended The University of Georgia before enlisting in the Army and serving in Korea. He worked at The University of Georgia for 24 years before retiring in 1994.
A former member of Clouds Creek Baptist Church, he was presently a member of Antioch Baptist Church. Sam enjoyed camping, dancing and playing cards. He was an avid Atlanta Braves fan.
Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Catherine Hendrick Moore Glenn; daughter, Jennifer Glenn Ishee (Steven Wise); and sister, Frankie Beckham (John) of Monroe.
Memorial services will be planned at a later date with burial in Athens Memory Gardens.
Memorial donations may be made to The American Cancer Society.
Those wishing may sign the online guestbook at berryfh.com.
Announcement by Berry Funeral Home of Elberton, GA.
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