Betty J. Glassen, 73, died at Wheaton Franciscan Hospital -All Saints on Tuesday, March 13, 2007. She was born in Racine on August 30, 1933, the daughter of the late Herman and Dorothy (nee: Kohlman) Blommel. On June 25, 1955, she married Robert E. Glassen in Holy Name Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on October 30, 1997. Betty worked for Saint Mary’s – All Saints for over 17 years, retiring on May 4, 1997. However, she continued to help out when needed, even working as late as last month. She was a devoted member of St. Lucy Catholic Church and enjoyed playing Bridge and penny poker. Her greatest pleasure came from nurturing her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Surviving are her children, John (Wendy) Glassen of Valparaiso, IN, Laura (Larry) Christensen of Kenosha, Kathy (Bob) Bower of Racine, Ken (Kathleen) Glassen of Kenosha, Ann Marie (Sam) Durkee of Green Bay; grandchildren, Melissa (Joel) Kornowski, Stephanie (Scott) Soucek, Brittany (John) Lockhard, Amanda, Nicholas, Reid, and Rebecca Glassen, Gabrielle Luccas, Alyssa Glassen, Brandon Luccas, Tory Ford, Jessica and Rachel Bower; great-grandchildren Haylie and Jillian Lockhard; brother and sisters, William (Mona) Blommel in Florida, Mary Ann (Paul) Glassen, Sr. Christine Blommel, Dorothy (Bill) Moldenauer, Laurie (Ron) Carter all of Racine, brother-in-law, Karl (Diane) Glassen of Racine, as well as nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and her beloved husband, Betty was preceded in death by her sister, Marguerite Maier and her brother, David Blommel. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Lucy Catholic Church (3101 Drexel Ave.) with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Entombment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and in the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. The family has suggested memorials to either St. Lucy Catholic Church or to the Oncology Alliance Philanthropy Fund. Betty’s family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to their family and friends, as well as the staff of Wheaton Franciscan Hospital-All Saints, Dr. Michael Mullane and staff and Fr. Mark R. Jones for the care and support throughout her illness.
Barb and Dan Hurley says
Ann Marie and Sam,
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to both of you, and the Glassen family.
Ann, if I were to talk to your Mother today, I would have to tell her thank you. She allowed us to have such a wonderful addition to our family, and we are all grateful for that gift. Your Mother was so proud of you, as we all are. Your parents raised a very special young lady.
If there is anything that we can do to help you through this difficult time, please do not hesitate in letting us know.
With deepest sympathy,
Aunt Barb and Uncle Dan