Ralph David Glassbrenner, 69, of Plainview, IL, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at 4:40 pm.
He was born April 1, 1956, in Jerseyville, IL to Fred E. Glassbrenner & Norma J. (Narup) Glassbrenner. He married Paula C. (Johnson) Glassbrenner on January 10, 1981 in Godfrey, IL.
Upon graduating from Southwestern High School in 1974, he started his apprenticeship at the then Carpenter's Local 377, now Local 664, recently celebrating 50 years. He was an honorary member of the Tri County Rod & Gun Club in Brighton, IL.
Ralph enjoyed watching the St. Louis Cardinals and working in his garden. He took great pride in his yard as well as his Chevy's and vehicle's equipment. He loved classic country music.
He is survived by his spouse, Paula C Glassbrenner of Plainview, IL, children, Sarah (Jim) Owens of Brighton, IL, David (Xi) Glassbrenner of St. Louis, MO, Michael Glassbrenner of Alton, IL, grandchildren, Luke Owens, Thomas & Henry Glassbrenner, siblings, Karen (Steve) Bender, Patti Updike, Paul Glassbrenner, Ann (John) Hilderbrand, several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may call on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, IL from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm and on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at SS Simon and Jude Church, Gillespie, IL from 9:00 am to 10:00 am.
Memorial mass will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00 am at SS Simon & Jude Church, Gillespie, IL. Burial will be at St. Denis Cemetery, Shipman, IL.
Memorials are suggested to National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation or HSHS Hospice.
Anyone wishing to send an online condolence may do so at www.kravanyafuneral.com.
Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
