Edward John Glassner

Edward J. Glassner, 75, of Kent, passed away Friday, October 22, 2010 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Ed had waged a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Ed was born in Akron, Ohio, son of Alphonse V. Glassner and Elizabeth Wagner. He was raised by his beloved godmother Lena Dangel of Akron. Ed attended St. Mary's School in Akron and graduated from Cleveland Cathedral Latin High School. He attended Marquette University and graduated from Kent State University with a degree in journalism. While at KSU, Ed was the editor of the Daily Kent Stater and Chestnut Burr. Ed worked as a copy boy and photographer for the Cleveland Press and the Falls News. He then became the news editor for the North Summit Times in Hudson and was news editor for the Record-Courier. He also served as Executive Director of the Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. He was the Associate Campaign Director and Facility Manager for the United Way of Summit County. He served as the Coordinator for Gifts in Kind International. Ed also served on the local committee for FEMA. Ed was a member of the Kent Lions Club, IBAKA, the Kent American Legion, and the St. Patrick Christian Family Movement with his wife. Ed was the originator of Wilkuma, a guide to providing information to visitors and newcomers to the Kent area. This project was his pride and joy. Ed served his country as a member of the United States Navy during the Korean War. Ed's life revolved around his home and family. He will be missed dearly by his family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife, Diane(Roberts) Glassner, whom he married on December 26, 1959; daughters, Melissa (Dave) Harmon of Brimfield and Michelle (Paul) Hammond of Kent; grandchildren, E.J. Jr. and Daniel McIlduff, Andrew and Matthew Hammond all of Kent; sister, Marilyn (Robert) Montgomery of Copley and family; sisters-in-law, Nancy (Henry) Harrington-Turner of Chandler, AZ, Elizabeth (Robert) Hansen of Kent, Patricia (Donald) Goodhart of Kent; ex son-in-law, Ed (Barb) McIlduff Sr. of Kent; nieces, Wendy Harrington of Boston, MA, Jennifer (Keith) McClintock of Chardon, Kerri (Shan) Rodich of Cuyahoga Falls, Lauri (Mark) Carter of New York, NY, Jackie (Todd) Long of San Antonio, TX and Kelley Hansen of Westlake; six great nieces; one great nephew. He was preceded in death by his beloved Godmother, Lena T. Dangel; parents, Alphonse V. Glassner and Elizabeth Wagner; and father and mother-in-law, Fisher Bill and Kathryn Roberts. Calling hours will be held 5-8 PM Wednesday, October 27th at Bissler & Sons Funeral Home in Kent. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, October 28th at St. Patrick Church in Kent. Burial will be in Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Summa, 444 N. Main Street, Akron, OH 44310.