Robert “Bob” Edward Glass, 67, was called home on June 7, 2013, when that huge, loving heart stopped beating.
Bob was the second child of four born to Joe and Dorothy Glass on Christmas Day, 1945, in Sarnia, Ontario.
Bob was raised in Helena with his siblings, Chuck, Dottie and Victoria. He attended elementary at Broadwater and Jefferson schools, then Helena Middle School and graduated from Helena High in 1965. He played on Helena High’s football team his freshman year and enjoyed tumbling during varsity games.
Bob met and fell in love with his soul mate, Donna Atwood, during high school. After he chased her for many months, she eventually gave in, and they were married on Nov. 12, 1966.
Bob joined the Montana National Guard just out of high school and served 16 years, during which time he was also a special deputy for the Lewis and Clark County Sherriff’s Department.
In February 1978, much to everyone’s surprise, Bob and Donna were blessed with their one and only child, Katie, who meant the moon and stars to them. Years later Bob’s universe expanded even more, with the arrival of his two wonderful grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher. Above all, there were no more important people in Bob’s life than Donna, Katie, Kila and Dawson.
In the ’70s, Bob and Donna — along with his parents, Joe and Dorothy — opened the B & J Bingo Hall and Glass’ Fish-n-Chips on Euclid Avenue, which they owned and operated until 1981. It was then that Bob and Donna pursued a new venture. With the help of Donna’s parents, Al and Trudy, they built and opened the Glass Slipper Lounge and Grocery on Canyon Ferry Road.
Bob was one of the hardest working men that you could ever come by. The Glass Slipper was and continues to be a successful business largely in part due to Bob’s dedication in running his establishment. Bob took pride in providing a happy, friendly atmosphere where everyone felt welcome. This shows in the enduring friendships he had throughout his life.
Although at times his rough demeanor overshadowed his heart of gold, folks who knew him understood and loved him just the same. Whether a friendly political debate, just shooting the breeze or sharing the usual hunting and fishing stories and lies, he was always up for a good time with his patrons, who were more like family.
Bob was a man of many hobbies and interests. He loved activities such as basketball, camping on the river, football, bowling, shooting pool, darts and water-skiing, to name few. He also enjoyed going 4 wheeling, hunting and fishing with his friends and family. Growing up, Bob always had a love for the “Cowboy Way” and horses that he shared with his little sister Victoria. At a slightly advanced age, Bob found a new love for the sport of team roping. He continued this passion even after his aching bones made the sport rough to pursue. You could always find Bob at the closest arena with his friends, rope in hand, ready to “pantyhose” one on the corner. On the rare occasion you didn’t find him in the arena, you could always find him on the golf course. It wasn’t unheard of for Bob to head to the pro shop in the middle of 18 to replace his “beloved” pitching wedge after an unfortunate incident on the fairway.
Always a political warrior, Bob took a shot at a House seat in the ’80s and county commissioner in the late ’90s. Although he was not elected, his customers often “enjoyed” — sometimes endured — his opinions and views expressed from his Glass Slipper soap box.
Bob was also a very giving man. He was always the first one to step up to volunteer his time or his resources for anyone who needed it. He was a proud former member of the East Helena Rodeo Association as well as a current sponsor. He was also previously involved with the Optimist Club, the Eagles and Toastmasters, to name a few.
Bob is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Donna J. Glass; daughter, Katie (Kris) Bakke; grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher Bakke; brother, Chuck (Barb) Glass; sisters, Dottie (Roy) Maxted and Victoria Glass; as well as his brother by choice, David Drake. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Debbie, Mike, Eric, Allan, Joe, Michelle, Shannon, Dusty and Devin. Although Katie was Bob’s only child, his heart was so big he is also leaving behind numerous special individuals he often referred to as his own, including Jennifer Abelin Gray, Kori Brown Fanning, Dani Tuffli, Lanny Witham Wock, Joshua Pocha and Klancy Jones, to name a few.
He is preceded by his parents, Joe and Dorothy Glass; Donna’s parents, Allen and Gertrude Atwood; and numerous others who have greeted him with open arms, as well as his best horse, Eli.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Wednesday, June 12, at 3:30 p.m. at the East Helena rodeo grounds. There will be a potluck reception following at the Glass Slipper.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Goettle family, Kindra Stenjhem, Quin Agee, Bill “Bear” Larson, Mark Thompson, Fred “the other grumpy old man,” Bob Drake and the Tri-Lakes Fire Department, the ICU staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, Ronnie, Bob’s good friend, Ray McGowan, and the East Helena Rodeo Association, Shelly Mitchell and the staff at Shelly’s Café, and everyone from the Glass Slipper family for your support and help.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you help someone in need and pay it forward.
Published in the Independent Record on June 11, 2013
Bob was the second child of four born to Joe and Dorothy Glass on Christmas Day, 1945, in Sarnia, Ontario.
Bob was raised in Helena with his siblings, Chuck, Dottie and Victoria. He attended elementary at Broadwater and Jefferson schools, then Helena Middle School and graduated from Helena High in 1965. He played on Helena High’s football team his freshman year and enjoyed tumbling during varsity games.
Bob met and fell in love with his soul mate, Donna Atwood, during high school. After he chased her for many months, she eventually gave in, and they were married on Nov. 12, 1966.
Bob joined the Montana National Guard just out of high school and served 16 years, during which time he was also a special deputy for the Lewis and Clark County Sherriff’s Department.
In February 1978, much to everyone’s surprise, Bob and Donna were blessed with their one and only child, Katie, who meant the moon and stars to them. Years later Bob’s universe expanded even more, with the arrival of his two wonderful grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher. Above all, there were no more important people in Bob’s life than Donna, Katie, Kila and Dawson.
In the ’70s, Bob and Donna — along with his parents, Joe and Dorothy — opened the B & J Bingo Hall and Glass’ Fish-n-Chips on Euclid Avenue, which they owned and operated until 1981. It was then that Bob and Donna pursued a new venture. With the help of Donna’s parents, Al and Trudy, they built and opened the Glass Slipper Lounge and Grocery on Canyon Ferry Road.
Bob was one of the hardest working men that you could ever come by. The Glass Slipper was and continues to be a successful business largely in part due to Bob’s dedication in running his establishment. Bob took pride in providing a happy, friendly atmosphere where everyone felt welcome. This shows in the enduring friendships he had throughout his life.
Although at times his rough demeanor overshadowed his heart of gold, folks who knew him understood and loved him just the same. Whether a friendly political debate, just shooting the breeze or sharing the usual hunting and fishing stories and lies, he was always up for a good time with his patrons, who were more like family.
Bob was a man of many hobbies and interests. He loved activities such as basketball, camping on the river, football, bowling, shooting pool, darts and water-skiing, to name few. He also enjoyed going 4 wheeling, hunting and fishing with his friends and family. Growing up, Bob always had a love for the “Cowboy Way” and horses that he shared with his little sister Victoria. At a slightly advanced age, Bob found a new love for the sport of team roping. He continued this passion even after his aching bones made the sport rough to pursue. You could always find Bob at the closest arena with his friends, rope in hand, ready to “pantyhose” one on the corner. On the rare occasion you didn’t find him in the arena, you could always find him on the golf course. It wasn’t unheard of for Bob to head to the pro shop in the middle of 18 to replace his “beloved” pitching wedge after an unfortunate incident on the fairway.
Always a political warrior, Bob took a shot at a House seat in the ’80s and county commissioner in the late ’90s. Although he was not elected, his customers often “enjoyed” — sometimes endured — his opinions and views expressed from his Glass Slipper soap box.
Bob was also a very giving man. He was always the first one to step up to volunteer his time or his resources for anyone who needed it. He was a proud former member of the East Helena Rodeo Association as well as a current sponsor. He was also previously involved with the Optimist Club, the Eagles and Toastmasters, to name a few.
Bob is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Donna J. Glass; daughter, Katie (Kris) Bakke; grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher Bakke; brother, Chuck (Barb) Glass; sisters, Dottie (Roy) Maxted and Victoria Glass; as well as his brother by choice, David Drake. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Debbie, Mike, Eric, Allan, Joe, Michelle, Shannon, Dusty and Devin. Although Katie was Bob’s only child, his heart was so big he is also leaving behind numerous special individuals he often referred to as his own, including Jennifer Abelin Gray, Kori Brown Fanning, Dani Tuffli, Lanny Witham Wock, Joshua Pocha and Klancy Jones, to name a few.
He is preceded by his parents, Joe and Dorothy Glass; Donna’s parents, Allen and Gertrude Atwood; and numerous others who have greeted him with open arms, as well as his best horse, Eli.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Wednesday, June 12, at 3:30 p.m. at the East Helena rodeo grounds. There will be a potluck reception following at the Glass Slipper.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Goettle family, Kindra Stenjhem, Quin Agee, Bill “Bear” Larson, Mark Thompson, Fred “the other grumpy old man,” Bob Drake and the Tri-Lakes Fire Department, the ICU staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, Ronnie, Bob’s good friend, Ray McGowan, and the East Helena Rodeo Association, Shelly Mitchell and the staff at Shelly’s Café, and everyone from the Glass Slipper family for your support and help.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you help someone in need and pay it forward.
Published in the Independent Record on June 11, 2013
Robert “Bob” Edward Glass, 67, was called home on June 7, 2013, when that huge, loving heart stopped beating.
Bob was the second child of four born to Joe and Dorothy Glass on Christmas Day, 1945, in Sarnia, Ontario.
Bob was raised in Helena with his siblings, Chuck, Dottie and Victoria. He attended elementary at Broadwater and Jefferson schools, then Helena Middle School and graduated from Helena High in 1965. He played on Helena High’s football team his freshman year and enjoyed tumbling during varsity games.
Bob met and fell in love with his soul mate, Donna Atwood, during high school. After he chased her for many months, she eventually gave in, and they were married on Nov. 12, 1966.
Bob joined the Montana National Guard just out of high school and served 16 years, during which time he was also a special deputy for the Lewis and Clark County Sherriff’s Department.
In February 1978, much to everyone’s surprise, Bob and Donna were blessed with their one and only child, Katie, who meant the moon and stars to them. Years later Bob’s universe expanded even more, with the arrival of his two wonderful grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher. Above all, there were no more important people in Bob’s life than Donna, Katie, Kila and Dawson.
In the ’70s, Bob and Donna — along with his parents, Joe and Dorothy — opened the B & J Bingo Hall and Glass’ Fish-n-Chips on Euclid Avenue, which they owned and operated until 1981. It was then that Bob and Donna pursued a new venture. With the help of Donna’s parents, Al and Trudy, they built and opened the Glass Slipper Lounge and Grocery on Canyon Ferry Road.
Bob was one of the hardest working men that you could ever come by. The Glass Slipper was and continues to be a successful business largely in part due to Bob’s dedication in running his establishment. Bob took pride in providing a happy, friendly atmosphere where everyone felt welcome. This shows in the enduring friendships he had throughout his life.
Although at times his rough demeanor overshadowed his heart of gold, folks who knew him understood and loved him just the same. Whether a friendly political debate, just shooting the breeze or sharing the usual hunting and fishing stories and lies, he was always up for a good time with his patrons, who were more like family.
Bob was a man of many hobbies and interests. He loved activities such as basketball, camping on the river, football, bowling, shooting pool, darts and water-skiing, to name few. He also enjoyed going 4 wheeling, hunting and fishing with his friends and family. Growing up, Bob always had a love for the “Cowboy Way” and horses that he shared with his little sister Victoria. At a slightly advanced age, Bob found a new love for the sport of team roping. He continued this passion even after his aching bones made the sport rough to pursue. You could always find Bob at the closest arena with his friends, rope in hand, ready to “pantyhose” one on the corner. On the rare occasion you didn’t find him in the arena, you could always find him on the golf course. It wasn’t unheard of for Bob to head to the pro shop in the middle of 18 to replace his “beloved” pitching wedge after an unfortunate incident on the fairway.
Always a political warrior, Bob took a shot at a House seat in the ’80s and county commissioner in the late ’90s. Although he was not elected, his customers often “enjoyed” — sometimes endured — his opinions and views expressed from his Glass Slipper soap box.
Bob was also a very giving man. He was always the first one to step up to volunteer his time or his resources for anyone who needed it. He was a proud former member of the East Helena Rodeo Association as well as a current sponsor. He was also previously involved with the Optimist Club, the Eagles and Toastmasters, to name a few.
Bob is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Donna J. Glass; daughter, Katie (Kris) Bakke; grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher Bakke; brother, Chuck (Barb) Glass; sisters, Dottie (Roy) Maxted and Victoria Glass; as well as his brother by choice, David Drake. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Debbie, Mike, Eric, Allan, Joe, Michelle, Shannon, Dusty and Devin. Although Katie was Bob’s only child, his heart was so big he is also leaving behind numerous special individuals he often referred to as his own, including Jennifer Abelin Gray, Kori Brown Fanning, Dani Tuffli, Lanny Witham Wock, Joshua Pocha and Klancy Jones, to name a few.
He is preceded by his parents, Joe and Dorothy Glass; Donna’s parents, Allen and Gertrude Atwood; and numerous others who have greeted him with open arms, as well as his best horse, Eli.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Wednesday, June 12, at 3:30 p.m. at the East Helena rodeo grounds. There will be a potluck reception following at the Glass Slipper.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Goettle family, Kindra Stenjhem, Quin Agee, Bill “Bear” Larson, Mark Thompson, Fred “the other grumpy old man,” Bob Drake and the Tri-Lakes Fire Department, the ICU staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, Ronnie, Bob’s good friend, Ray McGowan, and the East Helena Rodeo Association, Shelly Mitchell and the staff at Shelly’s Café, and everyone from the Glass Slipper family for your support and help.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you help someone in need and pay it forward.
Published in the Independent Record on June 11, 2013
Bob was the second child of four born to Joe and Dorothy Glass on Christmas Day, 1945, in Sarnia, Ontario.
Bob was raised in Helena with his siblings, Chuck, Dottie and Victoria. He attended elementary at Broadwater and Jefferson schools, then Helena Middle School and graduated from Helena High in 1965. He played on Helena High’s football team his freshman year and enjoyed tumbling during varsity games.
Bob met and fell in love with his soul mate, Donna Atwood, during high school. After he chased her for many months, she eventually gave in, and they were married on Nov. 12, 1966.
Bob joined the Montana National Guard just out of high school and served 16 years, during which time he was also a special deputy for the Lewis and Clark County Sherriff’s Department.
In February 1978, much to everyone’s surprise, Bob and Donna were blessed with their one and only child, Katie, who meant the moon and stars to them. Years later Bob’s universe expanded even more, with the arrival of his two wonderful grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher. Above all, there were no more important people in Bob’s life than Donna, Katie, Kila and Dawson.
In the ’70s, Bob and Donna — along with his parents, Joe and Dorothy — opened the B & J Bingo Hall and Glass’ Fish-n-Chips on Euclid Avenue, which they owned and operated until 1981. It was then that Bob and Donna pursued a new venture. With the help of Donna’s parents, Al and Trudy, they built and opened the Glass Slipper Lounge and Grocery on Canyon Ferry Road.
Bob was one of the hardest working men that you could ever come by. The Glass Slipper was and continues to be a successful business largely in part due to Bob’s dedication in running his establishment. Bob took pride in providing a happy, friendly atmosphere where everyone felt welcome. This shows in the enduring friendships he had throughout his life.
Although at times his rough demeanor overshadowed his heart of gold, folks who knew him understood and loved him just the same. Whether a friendly political debate, just shooting the breeze or sharing the usual hunting and fishing stories and lies, he was always up for a good time with his patrons, who were more like family.
Bob was a man of many hobbies and interests. He loved activities such as basketball, camping on the river, football, bowling, shooting pool, darts and water-skiing, to name few. He also enjoyed going 4 wheeling, hunting and fishing with his friends and family. Growing up, Bob always had a love for the “Cowboy Way” and horses that he shared with his little sister Victoria. At a slightly advanced age, Bob found a new love for the sport of team roping. He continued this passion even after his aching bones made the sport rough to pursue. You could always find Bob at the closest arena with his friends, rope in hand, ready to “pantyhose” one on the corner. On the rare occasion you didn’t find him in the arena, you could always find him on the golf course. It wasn’t unheard of for Bob to head to the pro shop in the middle of 18 to replace his “beloved” pitching wedge after an unfortunate incident on the fairway.
Always a political warrior, Bob took a shot at a House seat in the ’80s and county commissioner in the late ’90s. Although he was not elected, his customers often “enjoyed” — sometimes endured — his opinions and views expressed from his Glass Slipper soap box.
Bob was also a very giving man. He was always the first one to step up to volunteer his time or his resources for anyone who needed it. He was a proud former member of the East Helena Rodeo Association as well as a current sponsor. He was also previously involved with the Optimist Club, the Eagles and Toastmasters, to name a few.
Bob is survived by the love of his life, his wife, Donna J. Glass; daughter, Katie (Kris) Bakke; grandchildren, Kila True and Dawson Khristopher Bakke; brother, Chuck (Barb) Glass; sisters, Dottie (Roy) Maxted and Victoria Glass; as well as his brother by choice, David Drake. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Debbie, Mike, Eric, Allan, Joe, Michelle, Shannon, Dusty and Devin. Although Katie was Bob’s only child, his heart was so big he is also leaving behind numerous special individuals he often referred to as his own, including Jennifer Abelin Gray, Kori Brown Fanning, Dani Tuffli, Lanny Witham Wock, Joshua Pocha and Klancy Jones, to name a few.
He is preceded by his parents, Joe and Dorothy Glass; Donna’s parents, Allen and Gertrude Atwood; and numerous others who have greeted him with open arms, as well as his best horse, Eli.
A celebration of Bob’s life will be held Wednesday, June 12, at 3:30 p.m. at the East Helena rodeo grounds. There will be a potluck reception following at the Glass Slipper.
The family would like to give special thanks to the Goettle family, Kindra Stenjhem, Quin Agee, Bill “Bear” Larson, Mark Thompson, Fred “the other grumpy old man,” Bob Drake and the Tri-Lakes Fire Department, the ICU staff at St. Peter’s Hospital, Ronnie, Bob’s good friend, Ray McGowan, and the East Helena Rodeo Association, Shelly Mitchell and the staff at Shelly’s Café, and everyone from the Glass Slipper family for your support and help.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you help someone in need and pay it forward.
Published in the Independent Record on June 11, 2013
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