Robert GLENN

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GLENN: Dr. Robert David, 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 Center. 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 13th at 11:00 am 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 Brandon Sun on May 11, 2013