Glen Ahlberg

1947 - 2025

Glen Ahlberg, 78, passed away on September 24, 2025, under hospice care in Montrose, CO.
Born on September 17, 1947, to Barton and Darlene Ahlberg. Glen was the oldest of seven.
Growing up in the montrose area and graduating from Montrose High School in 1965. Glen was drafted into the U.S. Army on January 25, 1967, and served honorably in Vietnam.
Following his military service, he married Sue Hamblin in 1969 and had two children together. They later divorced in 1989.
He built a respected career in construction in the Ridgway and Telluride area, where his dedication and craftsmanship left a lasting mark.
He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Sheila Ahlberg (Married in 1991); his four children, Bill (Stephanie) Youngs, Jeri (Mike) Main, Trina (Steve) Dzelzgalvis, and Kris Ahlberg; his mother, Darlene Pittser; two brothers, and two sisters and a large loving family.
He was preceded in death by his father, Barton Ahlberg; his brother, Tommy Ahlberg, killed in action in Vietnam; and his sister, Patty Nicholaus.
During his retirement years he was a familiar face at the Montrose Farmers Market.
Glen found joy in community gatherings and was an active member of the Beekeepers Club and in past years with the Woodworkers Guild among others.
His joyful spirit and kindness touched everyone he met. Known for being of help to others, Glen brought light and laughter wherever he went.
Please join us for a Celebration of Life held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 1 p.m. at. Christ's Church of the Valley (next to the Warrior Resource Center).
10 Hillcrest Plaza Way.
Montrose, CO, 81401.
There will be snacks available and time to share memories and laughter.
Glen was truly one in a million. May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.