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Glenl Austin Wear, 90, of Oakville, Washington passed away peacefully at his home of thirty-seven years, on December 18, 2023.

Glenl was born on July 4, 1933 as the first of thirteen children to his parents Lloyd and Josephine Wear in Colfax, WA.

As an underage youth, Glenl joined the United States Army.  He proudly served his country for over twenty years before retiring as a SFC E-7 war time veteran. His love of country never wavered.

Glenl became a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers from whom he was awarded recognition for twenty-five years of employment upon his retirement.

He was a hard-working man who lived a life of duty and honor.  He loved people and engaged others with friendly curiosity and a warm smile. He was known as a generous man.

Glenl spoke fondly of his family.  He expressed admiration of his brothers and sisters while telling others that his life was blessed with three families throughout his adulthood.  Glenl married Joyce with whom he fathered six biological children.  He later married Shirley and raised her children as his own. As a widower he married Janet, whom he leaves behind, and welcomed her adult children as family.  Glenl had many grandchildren and great grandchildren. His memory will be cherished.

Glenl will be laid to rest with military honors at New Tacoma Cemetery.  A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, December 29, 2023 at 3:00pm at Chambers Creek Chapel, New Tacoma Cemetery, 9221 Chambers Creek Rd. W., University Place, WA., 98467.  A reception will immediately follow.  All are welcome.