1972
2022
Christopher (Chris) Lee Glidewell, 50
January 8, 1972-February 17, 2022
On February 17th 2022 God received an amazing man. Chris was born in Denver Colorado in 1972 to Melvyn and Clara (McGee) Glidewell. The family moved to Butte in the mid-eighties where he went to East middle School and Butte High. After school Chris moved back to Denver where he met and married Cecelia. They were married for seventeen years. After his divorce Chris moved back to Butte to be with his family. Chris worked most recently as a front desk clerk at the Best Western Hotel. A job he enjoyed very much. Chris enjoyed riding bikes and going for hikes. He loved to play his guitar. He was self-taught and became very talented. He has numerous videos posted on Tik-Tok. Chris also loved hockey and supporting his team the Colorado Avalanche.
He is survived by his mother Clara Glidewell of Butte, sister Terri Lanahan and brother-in-law Dave Bartzen of Butte, brother Dave Glidewell of Butte, Brother Scott Glidewell and sister-in-law Terri Klucas-Glidewell of Anaconda. Aunts and Uncles, Nina and Dennis Rintala of Anaconda, Doug and Sharri McGee of Las Vegas, Sharri Glidewell of Butte, Barbara Winsett of Indiana, Tom McGee of Butte. Numerous Nieces, Nephews and cousins.
Chris is preceded in death by his father Melvyn Glidewell, loving Grandparents and loving Aunts and Uncles.
Cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life will take place at a later time.
In remembrance of Chris' life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to Western Montana Mental Health c//o Our House group home 81 West Park St. Butte Montana 59701.
With your new found wings fly high brother.
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3 Entries
Chris Isaac
April 10, 2024
I know this note is late, but Chris and I lost touch when he moved back to Montana. I was grieved to hear he passed. I'm glad he professed Jesus as his Savior. I know he's now in His presence. Love you Chris. Wish I could have said one last goodbye friend.
Melissa
October 14, 2023
I am so sorry to have found out about chris. We worked together and we're hired on the same day at around the corner at Southwest plaza way back in the early 90s. Rest easy, buddy.
Diane McLaughlin
February 26, 2022
Dear Clara & David,
I was so Sorry to about Chris. My Heart and Prayers go out to both of You along with many Prayers and Hugs! Take care my Friends and I will see you on Monday! : (
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