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Glenn Linton Obituary
He was born and raised in North Brookfield, MA by his parents, Winnona and Wesley Linton. He was a graduate of North Brookfield High School in 1950. Throughout his life he served both his country and community, in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and as a volunteer fireman in Vernon, CT. He was also a long-time member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He met his loving wife, Margaret Keane Linton in East Hartford, CT while working at Pratt and Whitney, the company he served for 32 years before retiring in West Palm Beach, FL.
He was predeceased by his beloved parents; wife; and sister, Barbara Nicoll. He will be greatly missed by his children, Glenn (Gail) Linton of Tuscan, AZ, Kathy (Jack) Wall of Madison, CT, Timothy (Connie) Linton of Hobe Sound, FL and Mark (Holly) Linton of Tolland, CT; sister, Georgia Briggs of New Braintree, MA; nine adoring grandchildren, and a great grandchild.
Graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at 1:00 PM in Evergreen Cemetery in New Braintree.
Pillsbury Funeral Home, 44 Gilbert St.., North Brookfield is directing arrangements.
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Howie & Kathy Strickland
December 11, 2010
Glen....It seems like only yesterday that we served together at Station 2....although I was a rookie at the time you were a roll model for me....we also shared some good times & laughs at the Staion 2 annual picnics. Thanks for the honor of knowing & serving with you & the many memories - RIP bud. To The family...may the memories never be forgotten & help you through this difficult time...our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Howie & Kathy Strickland
Port Charlotte, FL.
Jeff Crowley
December 9, 2010
I worked with Glenn for many years at Pratt.He was one of the best people I ever met.May you and your family be comforted knowing he was well liked and respected . Rest in peace my friend
Jeff Crowley
December 9, 2010
I will always remember Glenn as he was my first supervisor at Pratt & Whitney when I began my career. He was always a lot of fun to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Mary Falotico
Holly Linton
December 9, 2010
Dad, Father L., Glenn, Granpa, Grandpa Linton, Elk, The Level Headed Elk...you welcomed me into your family 25 years ago...the best Father-In-Law anyone could ask for...I think about you every day with love...I will see you again...and Maggie...I love you...Holly
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