Gary F. Glasgow

Gary Floyd Glasgow, 84, beloved father, husband, attorney, Army veteran and animal advocate, died peacefully on February 28, 2025, in Edmond, Oklahoma. Born in Borger, Texas on February 20, 1941, he lived a life rich with purpose, intellect, and kindness.

Gary was the son of Ervin Floyd Glasgow of Carmen, Oklahoma, and Agnes May Kassik Glasgow of Alva, Oklahoma. He graduated from Bartlesville High School in 1959. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma, where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity, and graduated in 1966 from The George Washington University Law School. Following his graduation, he served as a Captain in the U.S. Army before beginning a distinguished legal career.

Gary practiced law 35 years before retirement. He practiced 10 years in Oklahoma City before settling in Denver, Colorado. In Oklahoma he served as Assistant Attorney General under G.T. Blankenship. In Denver, his dedication to justice and integrity earned him the Outstanding Young Lawyer Award, and he also served as President of the Denver Kiwanis Club.

In 1989, he married Karon McCauley, with whom he shared many years of love and companionship until her passing in November 2022.

Gary’s passions extended far beyond his profession. He had a deep love for sports, both as a spectator and participant. After playing on Bartlesville’s 1958 state co-champion division six football team, he enjoyed tennis, golf, hiking, bicycling, and skiing. Gary and Karon were often cheering their favorite Colorado and Oklahoma teams in football, baseball, basketball, and hockey. Gary was also deeply committed to The Wild Animal Sanctuary of Keenesburg, CO, where he directed his support to the rescue and care of wild animals in need.

In August 2023, Gary moved to Oklahoma City to be closer to family. He is survived by his loving daughter, Erin K. Glasgow, and son-in-law, David W. Smith, of Edmond, Oklahoma. He was a proud grandfather to Nathan Smith of Edmond, Oklahoma, and Gary Smith of Princeton, New Jersey.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the caregivers at Integris Health Home Care and Integris Health Hospice, and Teal Creek Senior Living for their compassionate care and kindness.

Gary’s legacy is one of intelligence, warmth, and an unwavering love for both his family and the animals that brought him joy. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him. Family services and committal with military honors will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery in Oklahoma City.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Wild Animal Sanctuary, 2999 County Road 53, Keenesburg, CO, 80643, in honor of Gary F. Glasgow.