Glenn Avery

Glenn S. Avery, 88, of Masonville died Aug. 16, 2007, at a Fort Collins nursing home. Mr. Avery was born Sept. 14, 1918, in Stockdale, Texas, to Sam C. Avery and Cecelia Hardcastle Avery. For 37 years, Glenn was a civil service employee at Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas, retiring in 1972 and moved to Colorado to be close to his son and family. After retirement, Glenn enjoyed woodworking and being with his family. Survivors include a son, David D. Avery and his wife, Mary, of Masonville; two grandchildren, Michelle L. Avery of Loveland and Matthew Avery; and partner, Tamara Youngs of Arvada. Preceded in death are his parents; two brothers, Ed and William; two sisters, Bernice and Lucille; and his dear wife of 65 years, Imogene Avery. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive St., Fort Collins, CO 80524. The family wishes to sincerely thank all of the caregivers during Glenn's illness during the past years. Friends can send condolences to the family at bohlenderfuneral chapel.com.