Glenn Franklin Eaton

Glenn F. Eaton, 77 of Lexington died Sunday, April 12, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Glenn was born July 27, 1931, in Overton, NE. to Clyde Leo and Roxie Clara Grace (Fread) Eaton. He attended school in the Lexington school system. On December 22, 1949, he enlisted in the United States Air Force serving his country until being honorably discharged on November 24, 1953. He was united in marriage to Janice A. Renker on July 26, 1955 in Elwood, Nebraska. Janice preceded him in death on July 13, 1998. Glenn went to Washington to work for Boeing and later returned to the Lexington area where he worked as a mechanic for Bud Wind and also did some construction work as well as driving truck. Glenn retired From Central Soya in Cozad where he was employed as a truck driver. His love was his 1974 Corvette which he had adorned with all the chrome accessories. He loved listening to blues music and enjoying a drink with his friends. He enjoyed driving the countryside, playing cards and the annual Road Rally in Arnold, NE. Glenn was a member of the Eagles Club and The American Legion. Survivors include: One Son Randy Eaton of Sioux Falls, South Dakota Two Grandchildren: Jaramie “Jug” & Companion Angela Nordiquist of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Rochelle & David Duffy of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Three Great-Grandchildren: Kaden, Dylan & Brooklyn Duffy of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. A special friend Martha Peterson of Lexington and her family. Cindy Osborne & Companion Scott Phillippi of Lexington, Vicky & Roger Gracey of Cozad, Nebraska , Lori and Jerry Hagan of Elwood, Nebraska, Randy Peterson of Ulyssis, Nebraska, and their children and grandchildren. Nieces, nephews and many friends. Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, wife, an infant daughter, two brothers Clyde and Will, six sisters, Clara, Lecila, Laray, Larnea, Hazel and Ruth. Glenn’s wishes were to be cremated and his ashes scattered at a later date. Memorial services will be held Thursday, April 16, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Rev. Connie Karr, officiating. Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to the family via: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com