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Glenn Vickers Obituary
Glenn R. Vickers, 54, of 15 Broad Wing Drive, Denver, formerly of Philadelphia, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, after a two-year battle with cancer.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of Bruce and Ruth (Williams) Vickers of Morgantown. He was married 18 years on Oct. 12 to Meg (McCollom) Vickers.
For the past three years, Glenn had been working as director of physical plant at Spring Ridge Office Complex in Reading. Prior to that, he worked at the former Bala Presbyterian Home and Rosemont Presbyterian Village, both in Philadelphia, and also at Academy House in Philadelphia.
He was a member of Pine Grove Church in Bow-mansville and a former member of Pilgrim Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia. He was also a member of various model railroad clubs and formerly served as board member for the Green Woods Charter School in Philadelphia.
Surviving, in addition to his wife and parents, are two sons, Benjamin and Jacob, both at home; two sisters, Deborah, married to Daniel McCalicher of Morgantown, and Cynthia, married to Kenneth Christman of Geigertown; a brother, Jeffrey, married to Andrea (Whitman) Vickers of Morgantown; and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 28, at 11 a.m. at Pine Grove Church, 1194 Reading Road, Bowmansville, with the Rev. Jonathan Yoder officiating. Interment will be in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing will be held only on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pine Grove Church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Brecknock Elementary Relay For Life Team, c/o American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.
To send the family condolences, visit us at www.groffeckenroth.com. Arrangements by Eckenroth Home for Funerals, Terre Hill.
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Dennis Carney
December 4, 2009
I grew up with Glenn and only heard today He had passed. I was sorry to hear he passed so young. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Linda Breitenstein
November 27, 2009
Please know that our family if praying for your family...Meg, Jacob, Benjamin, Debbie, Cindy, Jeff, Ruthie & Vic. May God continue to hold you in the palm of His Hand today and the days ahead.
marcia derwin
November 26, 2009
Glenn has touched so many lives and his spirit is something that shall live on. I will never forget Glenn's warm smile, something he had from the first time that I met him that matched his dynamic personality. That smile continued for every visit that I had with Meg and of course, carried on through his illness. He was one of the kindest men that I knew. He is sadly missed already but memories of him will always be good ones that are strong and bring a smile to our faces.
Donna Kandler RN
November 25, 2009
Meg, Benjamin and Jacob there are no words that can take away the sadness you must be feeling right now. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will always remember Glenn and the funny stories that he would tell during his treatments. He inspired so many patients with his encouraging words and made so many laugh with his jokes. I was honored to have known Glenn not only as his Nurse but as a friend as well. God Bless your family at this difficult time.
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Roger Broadbent
November 25, 2009
My condolences to Glenn's wife and family. I was privileged to have worked with him, but blessed to have been a friend.
Martin Daynorowicz, RN
November 25, 2009
I was Glenn's RN case manager through these last days -- I am sad I didn't get to speak with him one last time, but I'm glad his passing was peaceful. My love and condolences to Megan and the kids. Wishing solace to all who knew and will miss this wonderful man.
November 25, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We had a lot of good times. We will miss you Glenn. God Bless you Love Walter and Beth Krosky
November 25, 2009
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. Our thoughts and
prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Ed and Carol Panati (Oriole Street)
Robin Chmura
November 25, 2009
My heart goes out to Glenn's family. You were like a big brother to me as we were growing up. But I know we will meet again in Heaven! You will be so missed. My prayers are with Meg,Jacob,Benjamin,Vic,Ruthie,Debbie, Cindy,Jeff and there families. May God give you peace at this sad time.
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