David W. Glassburn

David W. Glassburn, 71, of Chillicothe, passed from this life on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012 in Adena Regional Medical Center following an 8 month battle with cancer. He was born Oct. 28, 1940 in Pike County, the son of the late Walden and Mildred (Wheeler) Glassburn. On July 30, 1960 he married Judith Reichelderfer.

Surviving is his wife of 51 years, Judy; sons, David A. (Jackie) Glassburn, Steve Glassburn and his companion, Angie and Patrick (Chris) Glassburn, all of Chillicothe; grandchildren, Shawn (Holly), Zach and Chad Glassburn, Amanda (Robert) Rue, Tiffany, Emily, Haley and Aaron Glassburn, all of Chillicothe; great-grandchildren, Nathan, Noah, Caleb, Callie, Seth, Jacob and one to arrive soon; a sister, Barbara (John) Duncan, Lancaster; step-mother, Leona Glassburn, Chillicothe and mother-in-law, Eleanor Reichelderfer, Chillicothe. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, a great-niece and his father-in-law.

David was a 1958 graduate of Chillicothe High School and was an employee of Mead Paper with 42 years of service, retiring in 2003. He was a member of UPIU Local 731, American Legion Post 757, VFW Post 108 and Eagles Aerie 600.

David gave his life to the Lord on Jan. 8, 2012.

Following cremation, graveside funeral services will be held at the discretion of the family. Calling hours will not be observed. The FAWCETT OLIVER GLASS AND PALMER FUNERAL HOME is serving the family.