Tribute

The family of Vern (Andrew Vernon) Glen is heartbroken to announce their loss, his passing occurring just days after his 75^th birthday following a long struggle with a heart condition. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Donna, daughters Kella Glen and Shelly Glen-Pekse (Duane), son Will Glen (Donna), grandchildren Whitney (Tyler), Elizabeth, Mikayla, and Mitchell, brother Keith (Patricia), sisters Sharon (Lyle) and Audrey (Gordon), sister-in-law Wendy, brother-in-law David, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Alan and Elva Glen, father and mother-in-law, Angus and Ruth Profit, sister-in-law Marilyn Scoates, and nephew Dwayne Ringland.

Growing up on a farm in Enderby, BC, joining the military reserves at the age of 15, operating two of his own service stations (North Vancouver and Armstrong, BC), then working oil patch in Alberta, Vern spent the majority of his adult work life as superintendent of public works for three different municipalities. He was highly respected for his work ethic, sharp mind, quick thinking (especially in emergency situations), and uncanny knack for quickly determining how something, somebody, or a given situation could best work. Retirement allowed him to return to his first (occupational) love- restoring antique cars and hemi engines.  He also established a successful medical scooter business in Osoyoos.  Not only did he quickly become the “go to/ rescue guy” of many a senior and care facility, he was also sought out for his innovative and safety enhancing scooter “Highlight” and full length custom made scooter windshields.

His family will remember him most for his slightly wicked sense of humor (complete with lopsided smile and eye twinkle), his endless story telling of pranks and funny mishaps, the mind that was so quick to help solve problems, his absolute devotion to Donna, and the seldom spoken but intense pride he had in each and every one of them.

Husband, father, grandad, brother, uncle, and friend, his presence is intensely missed and his absence achingly felt.

A memorial service will be held at 2:30, Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Valley Congregational Church, 4312 Black Sage Road, Oliver, BC. Urn interment and committal will follow in the VCCC Rose Garden followed by a reception in the church hall.

Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com