Howard K. Glossenger of Indianapolis, Indiana, passed away Friday, May 19th, peacefully at home after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was 74 years old. Visitation will be Thursday May 25th at Harry W. Moore Chapel at 8151 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis from 1 to 3 pm. A brief service will begin at 3 pm.
Mr. Glossenger was raised in New Buffalo, Michigan. He lived and raised his family in LaPorte, Indiana and retired from Bethlehem Steel after 32 years. In 1998 he moved to Indianapolis, Indiana and Howard worked in maintenance at Wishard Hospital and retired after 10 years.
Howard’s proudest achievement was being married to the love of his life Virginia. Their 57th Anniversary would have been June 10th. He loved spending time with his family sharing his very special brand of humor. He was an avid Colts fan and spent many hours in his woodshop building furniture.
He was preceded in death by his son, Michael L. Glossenger. The day Howard passed away would have been Mike’s 50th birthday We know they are together celebrating.
His survivors include, his wife, Virginia (Schroder) Glossenger, Lisa Glossenger Morris (Bill Morris), Daniel Glossenger (Audrey), his grandchildren, Joshua Glossenger, Leanne Glossenger, Jacob Glossenger, Katrin Morris and Kelsey Morris.
Diana Mundy says
Lisa and family,
Richard and I are so sorry and offer our deepest sympathies and prayers. From listening to you speak of your Dad, he was a very special person in everyone’s life. Cherish all those wonderful memories!!!
Love to all of you.
Richard and Diana Mundy
Patricia Magers says
Lisa and family,
When my Dad passed away, someone once told me that the memories that make me sad now, will someday make me happy. I hope you cherish all of your special memories with him, and know that you now have a very special guardian angel in heaven. ?? To you all!
Jim & Sandy Weinert says
Gin, Lisa, Dan, & family. We are so sorry about Howie. He was a very special man, husband. & father, Grandpa and he will be missed so much, He truly was the love of your life Gin, as you were his. Our family all send their condolences to you and your family. All our love Jim,Sandy, Jimmy,& Kristi. All of our grandchildren too. We love you so much.
Debbie Sutherlin says
So sorry to hear this. Howard and his wife are great people. I used to live next to them in Laporte, In, while they were raising their grandchild. Prayers to all
Jamie Harvel says
Lisa, I pray for you while you mourn the loss of your father. Katrin, I pray for you while you mourn the loss of your grandfather. Sending lots of love through this rough time. Just remember, he is in God’s hands now, in His kingdom. DeColores.
Lisa Collins says
Dear Lisa & Katy, and family
My heart is with you all today. Seek the comfort of the Holy Spirit – He is our comforter, He is our support. My prayer is that Our Heavenly Father wraps His Loving arms around your hearts and that He gives you a peace that surpasses all understanding.
Love always
Lisa Collins