Glenn Peters

Glenn W. Peters passed away peacefully in his home in Grosse Pointe Shores on December 25, 2021 surrounded by his family. In both his professional and personal life, Glenn was known for his quiet dignity, grace and commitment, unique sense of humor and was always the perfect gentleman. He was a man of many roles including loving husband, caring father, adoring grandfather, and public servant. His most cherished role was family man.

Glenn was born on August 11, 1930 in Terra Haute, Indiana to Rev. Earnest J. Peters and Frances K. Peters (Kristufek). After completing high school he enlisted in the US Navy and proudly served for four years. Glenn then earned Bachelor degrees in Mathematics and Accounting from Indiana State University, and a Masters degree in Education from Wayne State University. He began his career as a teacher and then Assistant Principal in the Lakeview Public Schools system before serving as Director of Personnel at Macomb Community College for the remainder of his career.

Glenn was involved in many community service positions including the Board of Education in Warren Woods Public Schools, Grosse Pointe Shores City Council and multiple committees at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church. In retirement, he served as a volunteer for 20 years at Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital. Glenn's cultural life included the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, usher at the Fisher Theatre and the Grosse Pointe Theatre. He was a member of the Grosse Pointe Senior Men's Club, Sociable Scoundrels, and the Grosse Pointe Alumni Club. One of his favorite activities was watching his grandchildren play sports. Glenn loved to travel and enjoyed trips to many places in the US and abroad with the Nomads travel club. His recreational activities included golf and bowling but bridge was his passion. He treasured the friendships that were built through these activities.

Glenn was predeceased by his two brothers Wesley Peters and Robert Peters as well as his sister, Elaine Niven (Peters). He is survived by his devoted wife Elizabeth of 64 years and three loving daughters: Lori Yelverton (Whitney), Pamela Cornish (James), and Susan Bolton. He was a grandfather to Matthew Yelverton (Cameron), Phillip Yelverton (Lauren), Jesse Yelverton, Adam Bolton (Elizabeth), Elise Hauke (Peter), and Jacob Bolton.

Memorial service Saturday April 30, at 11:00 AM at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church, 16 Lake Shore Dr., Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Glenn’s name may be made to the church or Disabled American Veterans, 807 Maine Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20024 or www.dav.org