Conner, Glenn Alvin 1924 ~ 2014 LA JOLLA -- Glenn Conner passed away peacefully in the arms of his beloved wife Cher on July 26, 2014 at Silverado Senior Living. Glenn was born December 13, 1924 to parents, Jay Alvin and Christine Hahn Conner in Shelton, Washington.
At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the United States Navy and was assigned the job of Radarman, 1st class. He served in the European, African and Asian Theaters being awarded medals in all. After serving his country, he returned to Shelton and enrolled at the University of Washington where he met and married his wife of 35 years, Eva, in 1950.
After college, he started his career in Finance with Merrill Lynch where he rapidly excelled and was promoted to manager of the under performing Oakland, California branch where he made it hugely successful. Afterwards, he was promoted to positions in New York City and then regional Manager for all States west of the Rockies. Subsequently, he elected to come and live in California becoming the manager of the Beverly Hills and San Diego offices, eventually deciding to retire in 1992 while manager of the La Jolla and Palm Springs Offices.
On July 4, 1988, he married the love of his life, Cher Sinton of La Jolla, on the island of Maui, Hawaii. They resided in La Jolla. Glenn was a gentle man who always made a point of upholding a level of civility. Nicknamed the "silver fox" throughout his life and often called "old guard", Glenn remained true to his standards and code of conduct. He dressed beautifully, had excellent manners and conducted himself with dignity. Glenn was also a true adventurer, not a quality normally associated with someone who prided himself on always being proper which is why it was such a special trait. Watching Glenn embrace every new adventure that was proposed, be it piloting a yacht, motorcycling, skiing, collecting art, playing tennis and so much more was a joy. His enthusiasm and willingness to try new things was yet another special thing about this remarkable man, husband and friend. Amongst his many interests, he served on the board of the Neuroscience Institute to ensure the health and safety of animals. He was a Shriner, and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2004, Glenn lived his life, never complaining or bemoaning his fate and having the finest care possible, all the while with his wife Cher by his side. Glenn lived a full life and lived life fully, proud in his achievements and sustained by the love of his family and friends, a good man...He will be thought of with love, deep respect and admiration.
Glenn is survived by his wife Cher, sister Betty and husband John Weiss of Eugene, Or., Beverly Noa of Honolulu, Hi., brother-in- law Mel and wife Helen Harris of Placerville, Ca., sister-in-law Marilyn and husband Bill Hill of Galt, Ca., nephew Tyler and wife Jen Harris, nephew Todd and wife Kristin Harris, nephew Jimmy and wife Daniela Hill, niece Karima and their families.
A celebration of his life will be held 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2014 at the La Jolla Country Club.
Donations in his honor can be made to Scripps Hospice or the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
Published in U-T San Diego on Aug. 3, 2014
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At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the United States Navy and was assigned the job of Radarman, 1st class. He served in the European, African and Asian Theaters being awarded medals in all. After serving his country, he returned to Shelton and enrolled at the University of Washington where he met and married his wife of 35 years, Eva, in 1950.
After college, he started his career in Finance with Merrill Lynch where he rapidly excelled and was promoted to manager of the under performing Oakland, California branch where he made it hugely successful. Afterwards, he was promoted to positions in New York City and then regional Manager for all States west of the Rockies. Subsequently, he elected to come and live in California becoming the manager of the Beverly Hills and San Diego offices, eventually deciding to retire in 1992 while manager of the La Jolla and Palm Springs Offices.
On July 4, 1988, he married the love of his life, Cher Sinton of La Jolla, on the island of Maui, Hawaii. They resided in La Jolla. Glenn was a gentle man who always made a point of upholding a level of civility. Nicknamed the "silver fox" throughout his life and often called "old guard", Glenn remained true to his standards and code of conduct. He dressed beautifully, had excellent manners and conducted himself with dignity. Glenn was also a true adventurer, not a quality normally associated with someone who prided himself on always being proper which is why it was such a special trait. Watching Glenn embrace every new adventure that was proposed, be it piloting a yacht, motorcycling, skiing, collecting art, playing tennis and so much more was a joy. His enthusiasm and willingness to try new things was yet another special thing about this remarkable man, husband and friend. Amongst his many interests, he served on the board of the Neuroscience Institute to ensure the health and safety of animals. He was a Shriner, and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2004, Glenn lived his life, never complaining or bemoaning his fate and having the finest care possible, all the while with his wife Cher by his side. Glenn lived a full life and lived life fully, proud in his achievements and sustained by the love of his family and friends, a good man...He will be thought of with love, deep respect and admiration.
Glenn is survived by his wife Cher, sister Betty and husband John Weiss of Eugene, Or., Beverly Noa of Honolulu, Hi., brother-in- law Mel and wife Helen Harris of Placerville, Ca., sister-in-law Marilyn and husband Bill Hill of Galt, Ca., nephew Tyler and wife Jen Harris, nephew Todd and wife Kristin Harris, nephew Jimmy and wife Daniela Hill, niece Karima and their families.
A celebration of his life will be held 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2014 at the La Jolla Country Club.
Donations in his honor can be made to Scripps Hospice or the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
Published in U-T San Diego on Aug. 3, 2014
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Conner, Glenn Alvin 1924 ~ 2014 LA JOLLA -- Glenn Conner passed away peacefully in the arms of his beloved wife Cher on July 26, 2014 at Silverado Senior Living. Glenn was born December 13, 1924 to parents, Jay Alvin and Christine Hahn Conner in Shelton, Washington.
At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the United States Navy and was assigned the job of Radarman, 1st class. He served in the European, African and Asian Theaters being awarded medals in all. After serving his country, he returned to Shelton and enrolled at the University of Washington where he met and married his wife of 35 years, Eva, in 1950.
After college, he started his career in Finance with Merrill Lynch where he rapidly excelled and was promoted to manager of the under performing Oakland, California branch where he made it hugely successful. Afterwards, he was promoted to positions in New York City and then regional Manager for all States west of the Rockies. Subsequently, he elected to come and live in California becoming the manager of the Beverly Hills and San Diego offices, eventually deciding to retire in 1992 while manager of the La Jolla and Palm Springs Offices.
On July 4, 1988, he married the love of his life, Cher Sinton of La Jolla, on the island of Maui, Hawaii. They resided in La Jolla. Glenn was a gentle man who always made a point of upholding a level of civility. Nicknamed the "silver fox" throughout his life and often called "old guard", Glenn remained true to his standards and code of conduct. He dressed beautifully, had excellent manners and conducted himself with dignity. Glenn was also a true adventurer, not a quality normally associated with someone who prided himself on always being proper which is why it was such a special trait. Watching Glenn embrace every new adventure that was proposed, be it piloting a yacht, motorcycling, skiing, collecting art, playing tennis and so much more was a joy. His enthusiasm and willingness to try new things was yet another special thing about this remarkable man, husband and friend. Amongst his many interests, he served on the board of the Neuroscience Institute to ensure the health and safety of animals. He was a Shriner, and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2004, Glenn lived his life, never complaining or bemoaning his fate and having the finest care possible, all the while with his wife Cher by his side. Glenn lived a full life and lived life fully, proud in his achievements and sustained by the love of his family and friends, a good man...He will be thought of with love, deep respect and admiration.
Glenn is survived by his wife Cher, sister Betty and husband John Weiss of Eugene, Or., Beverly Noa of Honolulu, Hi., brother-in- law Mel and wife Helen Harris of Placerville, Ca., sister-in-law Marilyn and husband Bill Hill of Galt, Ca., nephew Tyler and wife Jen Harris, nephew Todd and wife Kristin Harris, nephew Jimmy and wife Daniela Hill, niece Karima and their families.
A celebration of his life will be held 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2014 at the La Jolla Country Club.
Donations in his honor can be made to Scripps Hospice or the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
Published in U-T San Diego on Aug. 3, 2014
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At the age of seventeen, he enlisted in the United States Navy and was assigned the job of Radarman, 1st class. He served in the European, African and Asian Theaters being awarded medals in all. After serving his country, he returned to Shelton and enrolled at the University of Washington where he met and married his wife of 35 years, Eva, in 1950.
After college, he started his career in Finance with Merrill Lynch where he rapidly excelled and was promoted to manager of the under performing Oakland, California branch where he made it hugely successful. Afterwards, he was promoted to positions in New York City and then regional Manager for all States west of the Rockies. Subsequently, he elected to come and live in California becoming the manager of the Beverly Hills and San Diego offices, eventually deciding to retire in 1992 while manager of the La Jolla and Palm Springs Offices.
On July 4, 1988, he married the love of his life, Cher Sinton of La Jolla, on the island of Maui, Hawaii. They resided in La Jolla. Glenn was a gentle man who always made a point of upholding a level of civility. Nicknamed the "silver fox" throughout his life and often called "old guard", Glenn remained true to his standards and code of conduct. He dressed beautifully, had excellent manners and conducted himself with dignity. Glenn was also a true adventurer, not a quality normally associated with someone who prided himself on always being proper which is why it was such a special trait. Watching Glenn embrace every new adventure that was proposed, be it piloting a yacht, motorcycling, skiing, collecting art, playing tennis and so much more was a joy. His enthusiasm and willingness to try new things was yet another special thing about this remarkable man, husband and friend. Amongst his many interests, he served on the board of the Neuroscience Institute to ensure the health and safety of animals. He was a Shriner, and a member of the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2004, Glenn lived his life, never complaining or bemoaning his fate and having the finest care possible, all the while with his wife Cher by his side. Glenn lived a full life and lived life fully, proud in his achievements and sustained by the love of his family and friends, a good man...He will be thought of with love, deep respect and admiration.
Glenn is survived by his wife Cher, sister Betty and husband John Weiss of Eugene, Or., Beverly Noa of Honolulu, Hi., brother-in- law Mel and wife Helen Harris of Placerville, Ca., sister-in-law Marilyn and husband Bill Hill of Galt, Ca., nephew Tyler and wife Jen Harris, nephew Todd and wife Kristin Harris, nephew Jimmy and wife Daniela Hill, niece Karima and their families.
A celebration of his life will be held 4:00 p.m. on August 19, 2014 at the La Jolla Country Club.
Donations in his honor can be made to Scripps Hospice or the Helen Woodward Animal Center.
Published in U-T San Diego on Aug. 3, 2014
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