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WASHINGTON, D.C. - James "Jim" Edward Glenn Jr., 67, passed suddenly at his home, on August 14, 2025. Born on January 21, 1958, in Schenectady, N.Y., he was the son of the late James Edward Glenn Sr. and Joan Marguerite (nee Lennon) Glenn.
Jim was a graduate of Mont Pleasant High School in Schenectady, N.Y., class of 1976. He graduated from the University of Albany with a bachelor's degree in political science. He moved to Washington, D.C., and worked for Congressmen Lee Hamilton, Peter Kostmayer and Michael McNulty. With Congressman McNulty, he served as Director of Legislative Services and served for nearly 20 years in his office. Upon Mike's retirement from office, Jim took a position as a Legislative Liaison Officer with the IRS until his passing.
In addition to his professional life, he was dedicated to his family and small circle of friends. He was especially proud of his nieces, Emma Osborne and Dr. Jennifer Glenn. He enjoyed traveling and took many cruises to far away destinations. He will be missed by all his family, especially by his aunt, Sr. Anne Marie Glenn, PBVM; and his cousin, Rose Leonardi.
Jim is survived by his siblings, Marguerite (Joseph) Osborne [Peggy Glenn] and Michael (Janis) Glenn; as well as several aunts and uncles and cousins.
Calling hours will be Friday, August 23, 2025, from 4 until 7 p.m., at the Gleason Funeral Home. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, August 24, at 11 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist Church, 810 Union Street, Schenectady. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Schenectady following the Mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made, in Jim's name, to a charity of your choice. Condolence messages may be left at www.gleasonfuneralhomeinc.com
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Ross Kiser
Yesterday
I'm so sorry for your loss. I've known Jim since he started working for the IRS Office of Legislative Affairs. We chatted a lot about past and future travel destinations. (Like Jim, I'm quite a world traveler.) He was a good friend and coworker, and will be greatly missed.
Robert Marvin
Yesterday
I did not know Jim well, but I have known him for decades. Before the IRS, where I now work, I was a reporter in the 1980s and 1990s on the Hill covering taxes where I met Jim as the tax counsel for Rep. McNulty. I was then surprised to see him in my condo building - the Imperial House - where I lived in the 1990s. Then I was surprised again when I started working at IRS to see he was there too. Condolences to the family. May his memory be a blessing.
Larry Mosblech
Yesterday
Jim is a wonderful people person who helped me feel welcome when I join the IRS Office of Legislative Affairs. On my first trip to DC to meet the District Liaisons, Jim made a point to include me in everything possible, including a tour of the Capital. He's a great guy and I will miss him.
Mike and Nancy McNulty & Family
Yesterday
Peggy, Mike, and Family: Shortly after my election to Congress in 1988, Jim walked into my New York State Assembly office and offered to serve in our Congressional office beginning the following January. What a lucky day for me - and for the people of the Capital District. 20 years of outstanding public service by Jim followed. More importantly, Jim became a trusted and valued Friend from that day forward. I - and all of my Family members - are very sorry for your loss.
Susie Gainous
Yesterday
My condolences to Jim´s family and friends. He was the "voice of reason" for our work family, was always our "tour guide" when we visited DC, and will be dearly missed.
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