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Joseph Benjamin Glass

Joseph Glass Obituary

Joseph Benjamin Glass, 91, of Dallas, TX, (formerly of Baton Rouge) passed away on November, 14, 2016. A memorial service was held in Dallas on November 26, 2016. Joe was born in Washington, PA, on September 23, 1925, and graduated from New Concord High School (OH) and Muskingum College with a degree in chemistry. Joe proudly served as a high-speed and flying radio operator in the Air Force during WWII and the Korean War. He worked for many years as a chemist for Ethyl Corporation in Baton Rouge. He enjoyed gardening, watching LSU sports and delivering camellias from his garden to friends and acquaintances alike. He was a member of Broadmoor Presbyterian Church where he was honored as Elder Emeritus in 2014. Joe is survived by his wife of 70 years, JoAnn, as well as children Debbie Pruitt (Paxton) and John Glass, four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family wishes any memorials be made to the charity of your choice.

Published by The Advocate from Nov. 27 to Nov. 28, 2016.
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JoAnn, Debbie and John: Joe and I have many pleasant memories of our former neighbor, Joe Glass. I especially appreciate his helpfulness when we first moved next door. His gardening expertise was particularly inspiring to me. Great friend and neighbor.

Marlene Quartano

December 1, 2016

Mr. and Mrs. Glass were great friends of Presbyterian Pan American School. Mr. Glass will be dearly missed. We will keep the family in our prayers.

Melissa Windham

November 29, 2016

For many years I enjoyed reading Mr. Joe's stories and comments that was printed in the Baton Rouge Advocate Smiley Anders column.

Nola

November 28, 2016

My sincerest condolences to the family. May the strength and peace that only God can give comfort you during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)

Naomi

November 28, 2016

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