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Calvin Glenn, Jr.

Jul 24, 1940 — Oct 11, 2014

Calvin Walter Glenn, Jr., 74, of Marion, passed away at 6:00 AM, Saturday, October 11, 2014 at his home. Calvin was born on July 24, 1940 in Creal Springs to Calvin Glenn Sr. and Daisy McGuire.  He married June Meyers- Simmons on June 27, 1988 in Wingo, KY.  She survives of Marion.  Calvin proudly served his country as a member of the US Air Force.  Once honorably discharged, he began working as a coal miner and for United Steel until his retirement.  He was a member of the United Mine Workers of America and a member of Walnut Hill Freewill Baptist Church.  In his spare time, he enjoyed selling fruits and vegetables and junking. Survivors include- Wife- June Glenn of Marion Son- Steve Glenn and wife Wilma of Harrisburg Daughter- Adeana Hayden and husband Todd of Creal Springs Daughter- Pam Frey and husband Tim of Marion Daughter- Crystal Simmons of Marion Son- Tim Simmons and wife Betsy of Marion Daughter- Teresa Simmons and fiancé Heath Jack of Marion 23 grandchildren 20 great grandchildren Sister- Joann Emery and husband Willie of Marion Several nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter- Lisa Glenn, son- William Louis Simmons, Jr, and grandchildren- Leesa Simmons, Bryan Simmons and Jamie Young. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, October 16, 2014 at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion.  Pastor Keith Owens will officiate.  Burial will follow at Robinson-Weis Cemetery in New Burnside.  Military rites will be performed at graveside by the Vienna VFW Post #5222 and Metropolis American Legion Post.  Visitation will be from 5-8:00 PM, Wednesday, October 15, 2014 at Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Home in Marion.  
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Thursday, October 16, 2014

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