Submitted by: Dan Rich

Glenn L. Pierce

Sept. 2, 1912 - Nov. 22, 2007

South Bend Tribune 11/25/2007
MISHAWAKA - Glenn L. Pierce, 95, passed away during the early morning hours of November 22 in the Holy Cross Care and Rehabilitation Center. Glenn was born on September 2, 1912, in Dowagiac, MI, to the late Martin F. and Mildred (Mendenhall) Pierce. Glenn served in the US Army during World War II, and was honorably discharged in 1945.

On March 29, 1947, he married Letitia Vaughn in Muskegon, MI. She preceded him in death on January 3, 1974. On October 5, 1974, in Mishawaka, Glenn married Ila M. Morris. She preceded him in death on November 29, 2006. Glen retired as a machinist from R & M. Manufacturing, Niles. He was a member of the VFW and a member of the Albright United Methodist Church. Glenn is survived by his son, Thomas G. (Diane M.) Pierce of South Bend; a stepdaughter, Grace (Gene) Curtis of South Bend; a step-grandson, Larry (Diana) Curtis of Plymouth; a brother, Lyle (Joyce) Pierce of Niles; four nephews and a niece. He was preceded in death by a sister, Louise Boughton.

Friends may visit with the family from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 25, in the Bubb Funeral Chapel, 3910 N. Main St., and one hour prior to the service. Funeral services celebrating Glenn's life will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 27, in the funeral chapel, with Rev. Warren Kirkwood of Albright United Methodist Church officiating the service. Burial will follow at Sumnerville Cemetery, Sumnerville, MI Memorial contributions may be made to the Albright United Methodist Church.