Glen N. Biles

Glen N. Biles obituary, Akron, OH

Glen N. Biles

Glen Biles Obituary

Visit the Newcomer Funeral Home - Akron website to view the full obituary.

Glen N. Biles, 68, passed away unexpectedly at home November 6, 2024. Born in Ravenna, Ohio to Bob and Shirley (Viebranz) Biles, he resided in Portage County most of his life. Glen retired from Advanced Auto Glass with over 20 years of service. He was a practical jokester who enjoyed music, motorcycles, and spending time with his family. He also loved watching his grandkids play sports.

Glen will be sadly missed by his wife of 34 years, Patti; children, Jessica (Keith) Barker, Charla (Jody) Barth, David Hilborn, Brian Biles, Mykel Biles (Brittany); grandchildren; Shyann (Luke), Arron (Madison), Lexi, C.J., Kylie, Ayden, Taylor; sisters, Peggy (Jim) Manion, Bobbi Baird, Sally Kocher; many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to visit Monday, November 11, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. Those who wish may make memorial donations in Glen's name to the charity of their choice.

To share a memory of Glen or to leave a special message for his family, visit the guest book below. 


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

Newcomer Funeral Home - Akron

131 North Canton Road, Akron, OH 44305

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