Glenn Waters
Wood River - Glenn Eugene Waters, 76, a devoted teacher, son, brother, uncle, great uncle and friend, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at de Greeff Hospice House in St. Louis County, MO.
Born October 14, 1947 in Alton, he was the son of Roland and Eileen (Sullivan) Waters. He graduated from East Alton-Wood River High School and went on to earn his teaching degree from Illinois Wesleyan University.
Glenn was a teacher at Alton High School for 33 years, during which he was the director of many theatrical and musical productions for the school's Fine Arts Department. After retiring in 2002, he loved to travel and find new adventures. He was especially fascinated by lighthouses and collected hundreds of figurines depicting them. Glenn was a long-time member of the Wally Byam Airstream Club and took on leadership roles through his many years with the club. When he was not traveling, he enjoyed regular gatherings with his Joker (game) group.
He was a faithful member of the 1st United Methodist Church in Wood River serving as a trustee, on the finance committee, and many other roles as the needs arose.
Surviving are a brother, Darrell Waters of Rosewood Heights; Sister-in-law, Celia Waters; nephew, Evan (Michelle) Waters; niece Alma (Cory) Boss; great nieces, Brianna and Madelyn Waters, Nora Boss; and great nephews, Ethan Waters, Isaac, Eli and Owen Boss.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother (Warren Waters); sister (Sharon Waters); and niece, Amy Waters.
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 1 pm, Monday, July 15th at the 1st United Methodist Church in Wood River. Pastor Toby Curtright will officiate.
Interment will follow in Rose Lawn Memory Gardens in Bethalto.
Marks Mortuary in Wood River entrusted with arrangements.

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Published by The Telegraph on Jul. 1, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Glenn Waters

13 Entries

Lana Olson

July 20, 2024

Glenn was an inspiration & so much fun at Airstream events. He worked hard at promoting Common Cents for Kids at Airstream rallies. He will be missed.
Dwight & Lana Olson

Darrell Waters

July 19, 2024

As Glenn´s Brother, I have many memories that we shared. Most of them ended with us laughing about something that we shared. He was always there when I needed him. When he needed me, he was never heavy, he was my brother. He followed Jesus and talked frequently with the Man upstairs. May God bless you abundantly my brother. I love you.

Amanda Beneze

July 15, 2024

Mr. Waters, or GW, as us theatre kids called him, was an amazing man. He gave us kids everything and more!! I was lucky enough to be his 'Right hand Mandy' for 3 and a half years!! They say All the World's a Stage... well I say His Stage was our World!! Love and miss you GW!

Don and Shirley Sutton

July 8, 2024

We knew Glen in the Airstream Club and enjoyed volunteering under his leadership. We have pleasant memories of his active life in the club. His true to life stories about his traveling adventures should be written in a book as most were quite humorous. Glen we wish you many more adventures traveling the highways in heaven. Our sympathy to Darrell and family. Don and Shirley Sutton

MIKE DONAHUE 7755

July 3, 2024

You will be missed. I remember you were a fixture at all the region rallies for as far back as I can remember. Goodbye fellow caravanner.

Julee Shields

July 2, 2024

Oh, this is such a loss. I loved traveling with Glenn and working with him at the Airstream International rallies on the community service committee. He was a wonderful story teller and his spontaneous laugh was so engaging. I loved being around him and will miss him! -- Julee Shields

Debbie Lange

July 1, 2024

I was sorry to hear of the loss of Glenn. I knew him from the Airstream Club. Especially loved when he played cards with us! He will be missed. Prayers for his family.

Jodi (Corona) Fesi & Family

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Richard Everson

June 30, 2024

Glenn was very instramental when it came to our most recent Region 8 Airstream Rally in Branson. When I talked to him about being my partner in planning the Rally he was beaming with the idea. I knew from previous conservations with him he was "Mr.Branson" from all of his many years of going to Branson with his family and others. For our planning we went to Branson and previewed 6 differant shows and taste tested a couple of restaurants. In short the rally would not have happened without Glenn and he was not able to attend the Rally due to his illness but he was there in spirit. In short the names Waters, Airstream, and Bill Thomas will go down in Region 8 history.

Rick Everson
Region 8 President

Gregory Vadner

June 30, 2024

Glenn leaves behind a legacy of good work and tremendous memories. May your travels continue on in Heaven.

Robert Schrameyer DDs

June 30, 2024

So sorry to hear about Glenn. My sympathies go out to the family. I was a dental school classmate of Glenn's brother, Warren. I too am a member of the Airstream Club and always enjoyed visiting with Glenn, hearing about his history with the club He will be missed Bob Schrameyer BRN #1705

Drew and Rose Garland

June 30, 2024

We always enjoyed hanging with Glenn at an Airstream rally. Keep adventuring, Glenn. Until we meet again, save up those stories. We want to hear them! Drew and Rose Garland

Sarah McLaughlin

June 30, 2024

I remember auditioning for my first play my freshman year. I was so nervous! But, Mr. Waters apparently saw something and cast me. That was the beginning of being a VERY dedicated theatre kid for all four years of high school. He was always so encouraging, and had a fantastic sense of humor. He made the theatre a space where us kids that didn´t have a great home life could feel accepted and try different creative processes. He was responsible for creating my `safe space´ as a young person, and allowed me to be seen when I felt everything else wanted me to be invisible. Thank you, Mr. Waters

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