Glenn E. Westbrook Obituary (1922 - 2010)

Glenn E. Westbrook, 87, Rockton, Illinois, died at 4:50 p.m., Monday, August 16, 2010 in Medina Manor Nursing Center after a lengthy illness. Born September 6, 1922 in Comstock, Nebraska, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Oral and Marie (Kamarad) Westbrook. Married Virginia M. Britton in Belvidere, Illinois on June 11, 1944. He was employed by Barnes Drill and then worked as a self-employed contractor. Veteran of World War II serving in the US Air Force. He was a life member of Durand American Legion Gold Star Post #676. He graduated from Nebraska schools. Survivors include wife Virginia Westbrook, Rockton, Illinois; daughter Christine M. (Rod) Howell, Brighton, Colorado; son Ronald G. Westbrook, Ponderay, Idaho; two grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sisters Eunice McNeil, Lincoln, Nebraska and Dellora Hill, Beloit, Wisconsin and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Melvin and Maxie Gale. Funeral Ceremonies will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 21, 2010 in Shirland United Methodist Church with Reverend Roland Harkleroad, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Harrison Township Cemetery, Harrison, Illinois. McCorkle Funeral Home, 101 Main Street, Durand, Illinois assisted the family. Visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 until time of service Saturday. Memorials may be given to Shirland United Methodist Church.