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Glenn Harrison Obituary
Harrison, Glenn Alton
101, passed away after a short illness on November 21, 2021. Mr. Harrison was predeceased by his wife of 53 years, Marcella Shelton Harrison, in 2004. Mr. Harrison retired from a 30 year career at McDonnell Douglas as an Industrial Engineer in 1982. A veteran of two wars, Mr. Harrison served as a B-17 pilot and POW in Stalag Luft III and Stalag VIIA in WWII and an Artillery Battery Commander during the Korean Conflict. In 2019, Mr. Harrison received the French Legion of Honor for his service in WWII. Mr. Harrison is survived by his daughter, Alison Harrison (husband Walter Peter), his son, Glenn Alton Harrison, Jr., (wife, Nancy) and two grandchildren, Jessica Harrison and Stephen Harrison. Services will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home, St. Peter's, on December 2, 2021. Visitation will be held at 10:30 am, the funeral service at 11:30 am followed by interment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery with full military honors at 1:30 pm. A Buchholz Mortuary Service.
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Matt Domian
July 11, 2022
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Harrison. I only learned of him and his service to our country on a recent HBO documentary. I am thankful for him and his life long commitment to defending our country. My sincerest condolences.
Matt
Joe and Jean Presson
December 5, 2021
We were blessed to come to know Glenn over several years at Park Place as his tablemates and friends. We thoroughly enjoyed the time he was with us, and will always remember him as a consummate gentleman.
Annette Butler
December 4, 2021
I did not know Mr. Harrison, but I´m grateful for his bravery and service to our Country. Deepest sympathy to his family, and may he Rest In Peace.
Randy McDonnold
November 29, 2021
Very appreciative of your father´s service. Sincere condolences and prayers for each of you. - Randy McDonnold
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Marsan (Schoeberle) Stromberg
November 28, 2021
I am sorry to read about the death of your father.
He was one of the last of his generation of heroes.
Tim Downey
November 28, 2021
Very sorry for your loss Alison and Glenn Jr. from an old neighbor and high school buddy of Glenn Jr.
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Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions - St. Peters837 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, Saint Peters, MO 63376
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