Glen L. Cox

Glen L. Cox, 91, of Rockford, IL. was welcomed into heaven on Sunday, March 4, 2018. In a life well celebrated, he married Arlene Clikeman, she preceded him in 1997. He enjoyed 16 years with his loving companion, Gerry Allen, together they enjoyed music and dancing. Glen was a member of the Masons. He worked for over 30 years at Amerock and was considered a valued employee. Glen was an avid fan of the CUBS and BEARS. He enjoyed talking politics and was respectful to others opinions. He was proud of his garden that yielded vegetables for family and friends. More than anything he loved music. Glen was very gifted, never having a lesson or reading a note he could produce any song on request. He enjoyed showcasing his talent for all the family to sing along.

Survivors: son, Craig (Linda Lang) Cox; grandchildren, Stacy (Dan) Simms, Krystle (Kyle) Erbe, Chad (Kirsten Brown) Clark, Jesse (Leslie Hammond) Foht; 6 great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry (Marianne) Cox; sisters, Mary (Leo) Weires, Patty Flickinger; loving companion, Gerry Allen. Predeceased by parents; wife; daughter, Candis Gaspie; siblings, five.

A Life Well Celebrated Service: 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 8, at Advantage Funeral Home 7000 W. State St. Rockford, IL. Visitation: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Burial to follow in Willwood Burial Park, Condolences, www.advantagefunerals.com