Glenn Edward Yarbrough

Glenn Edward Yarbrough

Glenn Yarbrough Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Allen Funeral Home - Davison on Jan. 14, 2026.
YARBROUGH, Glenn – of Burton, MI, age 76, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at McLaren Flint. Cremation has taken place, and a Private Memorial Service is being planned.

Glenn was born in Knoxville, TN on August 25, 1949, son of the late Edward and Ada (Rose) Yarbrough. He married Janet (Bittner) Hirschman on August 8, 2006, in Ann Arbor, MI. Glenn retired from GM as a Technical Writer. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and spending time on his boat, but his greatest joy was found in spending time with his beloved family.

Glenn is survived by his wife, Janet; children, Kate (Ben) Jonkman, Jenny (Ray) Erikson, Jim (Sandy) Yarbrough; step-son, Aaron Hirschman; grandchildren, Joshua, Jacob, Shayla, Felicia and Remington; sisters, Carol (David) Bennett, Cheryl (Norm) McLeod; many other loving family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Ada Yarbrough.

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