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Glenn Dancey Obituary
Born: May 18, 1945 in Rockford, IL
Died: June 15, 2024 in Rockford, IL
Glenn Dancey, 79, of Sterling died Friday June 14, 2024 at OSF in Rockford, IL. Glenn was born May 18, 1945, the son of Glenn and Alene (Hapgood) Dancey. He married Gail Jahnke on July 11, 1970 in Berwyn IL.
Glenn was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Sterling. He attended Harlem High School in Loves Park. He attended Western Illinois University and graduated with a BS in Industrial Technology, and he also graduated from Northern Illinois University with an MS in Industrial Technology. He taught industrial arts at Challand Junior High at Community Unit District #5. Upon retirement from the school district, he worked for Self Help Enterprises for 10 years. Glenn's hobbies included model cars, Lionel trains, tropical fish, several classic cars, and being a world traveler. He's also known for his many trips to Kenya Africa through his church. With his son Grant he did other mission trips to other places in the United States. Glenn was also involved in Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, the YMCA Indian Guides, and was past Master of the Sterling Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include his wife Gail; one son Grant (Carolyn) Dancey; two sisters Marilyn (Michael) Galligan of Machesney Park, IL and Sue Smith of Buckeye AZ; two grandsons Spencer and Robert Dancey.
Cremation rites have been accorded, memorial service will be 11 AM July 6, 2024 at First Presbyterian Church in Sterling. Visitation will be from 9:30AM-11AM prior to the services at church. Burial will take place at a later date.
A memorial has been established to the mission committee of First Presbyterian Church, and American Cancer Society.
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Bob Jacobson
July 21, 2025
I met Bill at WIU in 1964. What a nice man. I got several rides home to the Rockford area in his looong Dodge. He and I and another friend took his canoe up to Wisconsin (Green Lake) for a week fun trip in the summer of 1965. We ended up tipping in the middle of the lake. I have no idea why I lost contact with him. I am so sorry to hear he died.
With the Boyscouts in Sterling Illinois. Troop 72.
July 30, 2024
Sincere condolences to his family and friends from the Sierra family.
Jan Andersen
July 2, 2024
So sorry to Gail and family for their loss. Glen always had a smile for everyone he met.
ginny
July 2, 2024
Glenn always kept us laughing in Silver Sneakers class. He was a real gentleman.
Kay Wallin Bronston
June 30, 2024
Gail, I was sorry to hear about Glenn´s passing. I am thinking of you during this difficult period.
Kay Wallin Bronston
Kelli Kradle
June 18, 2024
Mr. Dancey was my all-time favorite teacher. I will always remember him by his smile. He had the greatest smile. I am very sorry for the loss of your husband, father and friend.
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