Glenn Dewey Rees
Obituary
Glenn entered into rest on November 26th, 2021 at the age of 84.
He was born in Silt, Colorado and grew up on a 500 acre ranch where he found his love for country living. He later moved to Rifle, Colorado and graduated from Rifle Union HS in 1955. After graduation he joined the United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 483 and received a 50 year recognition for his service to the union.
In 1961 he married the love of his life Judith Nystrom. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year with a gathering of family in their hometown of Florence, Montana.
He was a member of the Gilroy Elks Lodge in 1978 and enjoyed serving the Elks at the Gilroy Garlic Festival where he made numerous friends.
He loved camping, fishing, gardening and playing his guitar but most of all he loved his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents Richard and Edith Rees and brothers Gerald Rees and Duane Rees. He leaves behind his wife Judith Rees (Nystrom), daughters Stephanie Rees and Staci Rees (Wilson) and son Jeff Rees. Grandchildren Brandi Winters, Anthony Fregoso, Erick Fregoso, Ryan Myers and Tara Myers. Great grandchildren Riley, Haidin, Randall III, Noland, Myles and Jacoby. Many adored nieces, nephews and cousins.
Per his request, no service will be held. In lieu of flowers and cards a donation would be appreciated in honor of Glenn Rees to: Providence St. Patrick Hospital, 502 Spruce Street, Missoula, MT 59802 or online at: give.providence.org/montana
Published in Morgan Hill Times · December 7, 2021