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ROBERT DAVID GLENN
Date of Passing: May 01, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDR. ROBERT DAVID GLENN 1917 - 2013 Bob Glenn, 96, longtime resident of River Heights in Winnipeg, passed away on May 1, 2013. Beloved husband of the late Jean (1992); father of Judy Paterson (Gordon), Kim Saull (Robert), Marcia Glenn (James Hoag), and David Glenn (Darlene); brother of Ted and the late May Norman and Peggy Battersby, all of Vancouver; proud grandfather of Lyndsey and Alex Paterson, Allison Zegar (Saull), Lia and Ellie Hoag, Kristal and Amy Glenn. Bob was born in Montreal, but moved to Winnipeg at a young age - growing up in the Brooklands area. He worked as a dental technician for many years including as a Corpsman in the Royal Canadian Navy. In 1941, he married Jean Florence, and in 1950, graduated from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry. After practicing in Souris for several years, Bob and Jean moved to Winnipeg and raised their four children. Bob practiced dentistry in downtown Winnipeg and taught at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry. He served as President of the Manitoba Dental Association and he was elected to the International College of Dentists. Bob's hobbies included rebuilding and flying a single engine airplane in which he spent many hours flying locally and on distant trips. Upon retiring from active practice, he spent summers on his grain farm near Cardale, Manitoba. During the winter, Bob returned to the staff at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry and also worked in northern Manitoba and rural communities. Bob stayed in his River Heights home up until a few months ago and passed away peacefully after a brief stay at Deer Lodge Centre. The family offers thanks to his personal staff and the staff of Tower 6 at Deer Lodge for their care and compassion in his final days. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, May 13 at 11:00 a.m. at Westworth United Church, 1750 Grosvenor Avenue, Winnipeg (204) 489-6974. In lieu of flowers, gifts made in Bob's memory may be directed to the Dr. Robert D. Glenn Trust in Dentistry. Cheques should be made payable to the University of Manitoba and mailed to Donor Relations, Room 179 Extended Education, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2. Gifts may also be made on-line at: umanitoba.ca/giving.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 06, 2013
Condolences & Memories (26 entries)
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Judy, Kim, Marci and David. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I only had the honour of meeting your Dad a few times, but was immediately struck by what a wonderful 'people person' he was, and that legacy continues in all of you. - Posted by: David Dunlop (Classmate of Judy) on: May 29, 2013
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While reading the Herald Leader I came across an article written by Rae Warburton. I was saddened finding Dr. Glenn's passing. My story is 2-fold. One, myself while at Success Commercial College, had a toothache and looked up to see Dr. Glenn's name up on a window so went to him and he was so nice. He took my tooth out and replaced it with another one, laid in with gold. Imaagine. I still have that in my mouth. Secondly, my daughter who was around 4 then had an accident that forced her tooth up into her gum. I phoned Dr. Glenn and he said bring her right over. This was in the evening. He took her the next morning in his office and got the tooth down and she still has it. What a dentist and person he was. This is long but wanted you to know how he touched our lives. I read how he touched all kinds of lives....what a tribute to a fine man. - Posted by: Darline Martin (nee Kartanson) (Patient) on: May 19, 2013
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Sending our sincere condolences for the loss of your Father. He not only embraced us as neighbors, but he embraced us as friends. We will truly miss our neighbor and friend Bob. For his kindness, humor and words of wisdom a true gentleman. - Posted by: Kyle + Gloria Moraldo (Neighbor + Friends) on: May 12, 2013
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My sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Glenn. I was very fortunate to have him as one of my instructors at the Faculty of Dentistry at the U of Manitoba. His love for teaching, his patience and his knowledge will always be appreciated. - Posted by: Dr. Nimisha Mehta (Student of Dr. Glenn '84) on: May 10, 2013
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Dear Judy, Kim, Marci and David, Our condolences. Great Man, Mentor and above all my dad in canada. I will miss him when I come to winnipeg in the future. Rekha, Raj, Purvi and Harin - Posted by: Raj & Rekha Desai (Good friend ) on: May 10, 2013
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To Judy, Kim, Marci and David - with fondest memories of a dear friend, wonderful neighbour and family dentist...now on his "final flight"........ - Posted by: Rae and Lawrie Paxton, Ardath, Robbyn, Lindsay, Patti and Ted Paxton and their families. (friends, neighbours and patients) on: May 08, 2013
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My love to you all. I remember your dear dad so fondly for many reasons. When I was little he never made me have a needle when I needed a filling. We had a signal..a thumbs up...which meant I needed a breather. We did that for ten years. What Patience! Love to all of you. I know your beloved father will be dearly missed. - Posted by: Robbyn Paxton-McGuire (old neighbor) on: May 07, 2013
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Warm regards to the family of Bob. He became a friend of mine, through Edith Williams, later in life. He made a special impression. We especially enjoyed his company and visit in Lunenburg Nova Scotia. - Posted by: Nancy Wilson (Friend of Edit William) on: May 06, 2013
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My condolences on the death of your father- always remembered and visited often by each of you. Ruth English - Posted by: Ruth English (Friend of Edit William) on: May 06, 2013
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Judy, Kim, Marcia & Dave, My condolences on the passing of your father. Your dad always treated me with nothing but kindness and made me feel a very welcome part of the family. His contributions to society are too numerous to mention and you can all be proud of how your dad spent his "DASH". He will be sadly missed. - Posted by: Joanne van Tongeren (Friend) on: May 06, 2013
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To the Glenn family, please accept our deepest symapthies on the passing of your father. He is fondly remembered for embracing life to the fullest and enriching the lives of so many along his journey. "No man ever dies until he is forgotten." Keep the memories alive....Love Karen, Jim and David - Posted by: Karen Saull, Jim and David Offord (Sister-in-law to Kim Saull (Glenn)) on: May 06, 2013
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We are very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Deborah Tambeau and Allan Meltzer (Friends ) on: May 06, 2013
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My deepest sympathies to the Glen family. Dr. Glen was one of the greats! He was a fantastic educator and shared his knowledge with his students in a kind manner. A true gentleman in every sense of the word. He will be missed. - Posted by: Amarjit Rihal (former student) on: May 05, 2013
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It is amazing to see how many lives Dr. Glenn touched! He was a wonderful person with always a kind word to everyone. As his student I could always rely on his quiet competence and patience. My condolences to his family. We are all saddened by your loss! - Posted by: Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis (Student) on: May 05, 2013
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Gentleman, scholar, all-around lovely man. Truly, one of the Greats--he will be missed. My sympathies to his family... - Posted by: Catherine Dale (Former student ('92) of Dr. Glenn) on: May 04, 2013
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My deepest condolences to the family. As a dental hygiene student and later as a staff member, I appreciated his sense of humour and his gentle, patient manner. He will be missed. - Posted by: Jill Borger (student ) on: May 04, 2013
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Dr Bob Glenn was one of my dental instructors. His influence will be remembered as being very positive and definitely helped define the type of dentist I have become. He was a great person. I will never forget him. My deepest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Michael Rockwell (Former Student) on: May 03, 2013
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Dr. Glenn was a valuable part of my educational experience as a dentist, he was direct and real. There were no airs and no free passes. During tea time visits, time truly stood still and waited for this gentleman farmer/dentist and more. - Posted by: Robert Penning (Former Student) on: May 03, 2013
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My sincere condolences to his family. Dr Glenn was a favourite instructor of mine in dental school. 21 years later I still use what he taught me both in clinical skills and in professionalism. - Posted by: Dr Janet S leith (Student) on: May 03, 2013
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As students, we were blessed with many great instructors who shared their time and wisdom to help us become competent dentists. That said, ask any student who had the pleasure of being taught by Dr. Glenn which instructors they remember most fondly, and they will very likely say Dr. Glenn. - Posted by: Tim Dumore (Student of Dr. Glenn) on: May 03, 2013
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Wow - the world lost a great man, but we are all much better having known him. My condolences to the family. My father is Dr William Campbell or "Bill" to his friends and "Bob" - Dr Robert Glenn was a great friend. He and my father practiced dentistry together in Souris early in their careers. Bob Glenn was the best man at my father's wedding and Dr. Glenn was my first dentist! Other former students above shared my good fortune at having Dr. Glenn as an instructor in dentistry here in Winnipeg. His gentle and reassuring manner, combined with his great knowledge, helped many, many students over the years. He was an inspiring teacher. His warm and sparkling eyes with a ready smile and laugh, and the "cookie duster", as my my father would say, was always a welcome sight in dental school. I am saddened at his passing but the world was lucky to have had him for 96 years. I am doubly saddened that he spent a brief time at Deer Lodge Hospital. Both my parents, Bill and Isabelle Campbell have been there for over a year. I can't believe Bob Glenn was so close to my parents and we never got the chance to visit and bring them together. Again my condolences to all of Bob Glenn's family at their loss. - Posted by: John Campbell (Son of a great friend and a student of his) on: May 03, 2013
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Dr Glenn was one of my instructors at the Faculty of Dentistry. His quiet kind manner ensured that we always did the best for our patients. I learnt so much from him, not only dentistry but how to be a kind and caring person. - Posted by: Dr. Igor Pesun (Student) on: May 03, 2013
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Our condolences to the families of Bob. Such a fine gentleman, so well respected by all and one who set such high standards in his profession. To emulate his professional standards and conduct is to honor his life well lived. - Posted by: Dr. & Mrs Mark Buettner (colleague and friend) on: May 03, 2013
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Wonderful teacher, dentist and person. Dr. Glenn will be missed by all who knew him. - Posted by: Karen Storoschuk Balzer (Former student) on: May 03, 2013
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To Judy and family. Sincere condolences on your Dad's passing. Truly a man of integrity, good humour, exceptional professionalism and varied interest. Lynn Butler (Taylor) - Posted by: Lynn and Jerry Butler (Friends ) on: May 03, 2013
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My condolences to the family. I knew him as a clinical instructor in the faculty of dentistry at the U of M. I respected his integrity and fairness. - Posted by: Patrick O'Sullivan (Student of Dr Glenn) on: May 03, 2013