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Glenn E.

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Jurgens

Dec 1, 1926 — Jan 25, 2025

Obituary

Glenn Jurgens Obituary Glenn E. Jurgens, 98, of Blandinsville, passed away at 1:08 PM Saturday, January 25, 2025, surrounded by family, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage. Glenn was born December 1, 1926, the son of Frank R. and Pearl (Stockmyr) Jurgens in Keokuk, Iowa. He graduated from Carthage High School and was immediately drafted into the U.S. Army and served two years overseas during WWII. Upon his return, he worked many years, later retiring from W.L. Miller Company. Glenn was generous with his money and gave to many organizations over the years. He enjoyed woodworking and following Nebraska Cornhuskers sports. Above all, Glenn enjoyed people and could often be seen visiting local businesses and socializing. He also loved traveling, especially out West and made many friends over the years stopping in at the local bars for a drink. He was a charter member of the Carthage Eagles Club. Glenn valued his family above all else, and was always happiest when he was able to be surrounded by his loved ones. Glenn was married to Joan Holt and later Alberta (Bertie) Groves. They preceded him in death. Glenn is survived by his daughter, Debbie (David) Neill of Bowen; granddaughters, Sara (Eric Krueger) Eifert and Holly (Josh) Weller; great grandchildren, Emily (Grant) Clark and Benjamin Eifert and Whitney, Allison and Lainey Weller; and great great grandchildren, Baker Clark and one on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Josh Neill; a brother, Forrest Jurgens; and a half sister, Ruth. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Friday, January 31, 2025, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage with burial to follow in the Bowen Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until time of services at the funeral home. Memorials may be directed to the Memorial Hospital Foundation. Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements. Services Visitation Friday January 31, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Printy Funeral Home 405 Cherry Street Carthage, IL 62321 Funeral Service Friday January 31, 2025 11:00 AM Printy Funeral Home 405 Cherry Street Carthage, IL 62321
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