Glenn Abbey
Born May 25, 1924
Died April 2, 2004
WAYLAND - Glenn Abbey, 79, passed away Friday, April 2, 2004, at his home after a long illness.
Glenn was born May 25, 1924, in Richmond, a son of Clarence and Jennie (Bush) Abbey. Glenn was the owner and operator of Abbey's Garage in Wayland for over 58 years. His love for his work occupied most of his life. In his younger years, he owned and enjoyed piloting his single-engine airplane. His most recent excursions were in the summer of 2003 when he and other family members went up with his newly-licensed grandson, Brandon Abbey, for short sightseeing flights.
Glenn is survived by his children Linda (Ernie) Motz, Donald Abbey, Barbara (Stan) Sowards, Joann (Sam) Stinnett, and Ken (Deborah) Abbey; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pauline Abbey and Clara Abbey; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral arrangements are with the Walter E. Baird and Sons Funeral Home, 100 E. Naples St., Wayland, where funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Contributions may be made to Southern Tier Hospice, 244 W. Water St., Elmira, NY 14901 or to any other hospice organization in memory of Glenn Abbey. (GCE, April 15, 2004, p4)
Glenn Abbey
Born May 25, 1924
Died April 2, 2004
WAYLAND - Glenn Abbey, 79, passed away Friday, April 2, 2004, at his home after a long illness.
Glenn was born May 25, 1924, in Richmond, a son of Clarence and Jennie (Bush) Abbey. Glenn was the owner and operator of Abbey's Garage in Wayland for over 58 years. His love for his work occupied most of his life. In his younger years, he owned and enjoyed piloting his single-engine airplane. His most recent excursions were in the summer of 2003 when he and other family members went up with his newly-licensed grandson, Brandon Abbey, for short sightseeing flights.
Glenn is survived by his children Linda (Ernie) Motz, Donald Abbey, Barbara (Stan) Sowards, Joann (Sam) Stinnett, and Ken (Deborah) Abbey; five grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pauline Abbey and Clara Abbey; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be no prior calling hours. Funeral arrangements are with the Walter E. Baird and Sons Funeral Home, 100 E. Naples St., Wayland, where funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Contributions may be made to Southern Tier Hospice, 244 W. Water St., Elmira, NY 14901 or to any other hospice organization in memory of Glenn Abbey. (GCE, April 15, 2004, p4)
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