Joseph Delbert Glasgow, Jr., "J.D." 88, of Coleman St., Eden, NC, passed away peacefully Saturday afternoon April 21, 2012 after a long illness with heart problems. The funeral service will Wednesday 2pm April 25 at Fair Funeral Home Chapel, with burial to follow in Overlook Cemetery.
J.D. was the son of the late Joseph Delbert Glasgow Sr. and Myrtle Edwards Glasgow born June 17, 1923, in L:eaksville, NC. He was the grandson of the late william Ceasar Glasgow. He was also married to the former Elaine Hundley for 62 beautiful years. J.D. was an outstanding athlete at the old Leaksville High School. Excelling in baseball and football. He had been offered two scholarships from two different colleges. Pearl Harbor happened and in his last few months of school he choose to join the Navy rather than be drafted into the Army. Serving fours years and reaching gunners mate 2nd class, he served in several invasions. He was awarded the Bronze Star and other awards for bravery. On returning from the war and all scholarships gone, he worked as a long distance driver for several major companies for 40 years. He then retired from General Electric. J.D. was a member of Spray Baptist Church Along with all of his family. He also was a member of Teamsters local #391 and Chicago International #710. His love for sports continued all of his life with him coaching all of his children and grandchildren, including any child that wanted to learn the game. He worked with the YMCA and Boys Club, along with attending every football game he could, as long as he could walk the field. He will be greatly missed by his family and people who remember him.
He leaves three children; Greg and Scott Glasgow and Lisa Robin all of Eden, NC. In addition to his parent he is preceded by one son Jay "Bart" Glasgow. Five grandchildren who were the light of his life; Brandy Reaves of Eden, NC, Justin Glasgow of Raleigh, NC, Graham Glasgow of Columbia, SC, Joe Glasgow of the home, Meagan Elaine Glasgow of Eden, NC, and two great grandchildren Katlyn Gray Richardson and his special buddy that made his life go round, James Wyatt Reaves. He leaves one sister Barbara Simmons of Oakridge, TN, and two nieces and three nephews.
Visitation will be held Tuesday evening, 7 until 9pm at Fair Funeral Home, and other times at the home.
We are so sorry for the loss of pa, ma I love you abd hate I don't get to see more of you we are thiinking od you and your family, I know each of you will miss him. Greg paul said to tell you you are in his thoughts we love yall melissa and paul roberts
melissa &paul
Robin I am so sorry about your dad. I know what it is to loose your dad, its hard, but put your faith in God and he will help you through these days ahead. You and your family are in my prayers. Donna Smith
Donna Curry Smith
Mr Glasgow was a great man, who loved his family. I loved seeing him come into the shop to get his hair cut, he always made me laugh,he had a great sense of humor, I will miss him. My sympathy goes out to Mrs Glasgoe,Robin,and all his family.
Daisy
I'm sorry to hear about JD. I will really miss him. I used to run into him around town in the last 20 or 30 years since we left school. He was always friendly. Love to your whole family, Sonny
Sonny Sherrill
My Family and Friends. I am so very sorry to hear this news. J.D. was always such a fun person to run up on and chat with. Far back as I can remember he always loved his wife and kids and would go to the end of the earth for any one of them. May God bless and comfort you all. I love yall.
Bernie Coone
To Greg Glasgow, I am sorry to read of the passing of your dad. My thoughts and prayers will be you in the coming days.
Lin Stadler
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. May your memories hold and keep you.
Larry Rorrer
The ladies and I at Carter Bank & Trust on Washington St send our love and prayers to the family.
Jane Harris
We are so sorry for your loss. The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Teresa Stophel
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with each of you. GOD BLESS Tim & Judy Carter
Tim Carter
Dear Brandy and family, We, at Canusa Hershman, extend to you and your family, our sincerest condolences at the passing of your grandfather. May you find inner peace and strength from all the wonderful memories you shared with your grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Ann, Mary, Jessica, and Maggie
Ann Callahan
Dear Greg and family, I am so sorry about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Nancy
Nancy Sherrill Wrangham
To the Glasgow family especially Wyatt Reaves: We hope that you and your family can rest with the knowledge that JD is in the loving arms of his God. We are so sorry for your loss and know that Wyatt will miss is Pa as much as his Pa missed seeing him. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and know you are in our prayers.
The Thompson Family
To the Glasgow Family: Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. We know how hard it is to lose a parent as I just lost my precious Daddy last week. May God bless you all in the difficult days ahead.
Steve and Rita Smith
I wish to express my deepest condolence to the Glasgow family. Although I did not know Mr. Glasgow personally, I did go to school with Robin and we were friends. May God Bless and touch everyone of the family with his love in this time of sorrow.
Janice Denson Robinson
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