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Glen Elam Obituary
Glen Rankin Elam, 82, of Selma, passed away, May 29, 2025, at IU Health Ball Hospital.
He leaves behind his beloved wife, Mary Elam; a son, Tony (Keri) Elam; and granddaughters, Sarah and Madalynn Elam, and a brother, Ronald Elam.
Glen is now reunited in heaven with his parents, his son, Daniel Elam, and a brother, Donald Elam.
A celebration of Glen's life was held 11 a.m., Thursday, June 5 at Fellowship Baptist Church, Muncie. He was laid to rest at Gardens of Memory in Muncie. Personal condolences may be shared at www. sprolesfamilycares.com.
Arrangements are lovingly entrusted to Sproles Family Funeral Home.
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