Obituary of Clifford H. Glenn

Clifford Howard Glenn, age 79, of Big Branch Road, Sugar Grove, passed away Saturday morning, July 18, 2015 at Watauga Medical Center. Born December 29, 1935 in Watauga County, he was the son of Leonard Lucky and Clara Ward Glenn. Clifford was a member of Faith Baptist Mission Church, actively serving as Deacon, Superintendent and Sunday School Teacher. Clifford was well known for his craftsmanship designing and building banjos and dulcimers. He and his dad were honored with documentaries featuring their instruments and mountain music. After his church and his family, Clifford loved collecting Indian relics and rocks. He enjoyed cutting and polishing stones to design and make jewelry. Mr. Glenn is survived by his wife, Maybell Presnell Glenn; one daughter, Lisa Mae Glenn of Sugar Grove; and two aunts, Willis Cooper of Sugar Grove and Ruby Norris of Albemarle. A number of cousins also survive. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services for Clifford Howard Glenn will be conducted Tuesday afternoon, July 21st at 2 oclock, at Faith Baptist Mission Church, officiated by Pastor Richard Trivette. The family will receive friends Tuesday afternoon, from 1 until 2 oclock, one hour prior to services, at the church. Burial will follow in the Presnell Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Glenn family at 631 Big Branch Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679. Online condolences may be shared at www.austinandbarnesfuneralhome.com Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Glenn family.