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  • Visitation

    Monday, April 1, 2024

    4:00 to 8:00 pm

    Tuesday, April 2, 2024

    9:30 to 10:30 am

    Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

  • Service

    Tuesday, April 2, 2024

    10:30 am

    Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

  • Full Obituary

    Glenn E. Neumann, 80, of Highland, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Breese, with his family by his side.

    He was born on June 12, 1943, in Highland, IL, to Ohlen O. and Martha E. (nee Rule) Neumann. On August 9th, 1974, he married Hazel Kruse (Boeker) at Troy United Methodist Church in Troy, IL.

    Glenn has lived in Highland for 48 years, moving from Troy, IL. He graduated from Triad High School in ’61, the Illinois Police Academy, Champaign, IL, in ’72, got his Associate Degree from Belleville Area College in ’75, his Bachelors Degree from McKendree College, Lebanon, IL, in ’78, and his Masters Degree from Webster College, Webster Groves, MO, in ’80. A hardworking man, Glenn had a great career in law enforcement starting as a Sergeant with the Highland Police Department from ’70 to ’72, then as a Sergeant with the Madison County Sheriff’s Dept. from ’72 to ’94 while concurrently working with the Greater St. Louis Major Case Squad from ’74 to ’88, then worked for Schwend’s Ready Mix as a Safety Director from May ’94 to December ’06. He also held part time jobs throughout his life as an Instructor at Southwestern Illinois College and as the Village of St. Jacob Police Chief.

    An active member of his community, Glenn belonged to the St. Jacob Fire Dept., the Madison Co. Police Assoc., the Operating Engineers Local 520 (30 yrs.) out of Pontoon, Beach, IL, and the Gold Wing Road Riders Club Chapter “E” in Litchfield, IL. Glenn loved riding his motorcycle and going on cross-country trips with Hazel. He was a good person and a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. Glenn will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

    He was preceded in death by his parents, Ohlen and Martha Neumann.

    Glenn is survived by his wife of 49 years, Hazel Neumann, Highland, IL; son, Timothy (Shari) Kruse, Highland, IL; grandchildren, Cody (Sarah) Kruse, Alleigh (Zach) Hempen; siblings, Susan (Charles) Schatte, Highland, IL, Lee (Linda) Neumann, Chesterfield, MO; nieces, Annie and Katie Neumann, Andrea (Greg) Brummitt; nephews, Nicholas Schatte and Jack Neumann and a few great nieces and great nephews.

    Memorial donations may be made to The BackStoppers, Inc.

    Visitation: Monday, April 1, 2024, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, and Tuesday, April 2, 2024, from 9:30 to 10:30 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

    Funeral Service: Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 10:30 am, at Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

    Clergy: Pastor Dan Perry

    Interment: Keystone Cemetery

    Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

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9 Condolences
 
  1. mary lou hansen / March 27, 2024 at 10:02 am

    Dear Hazel and family , My heart goes out to you in the loss of your loved one, Glenn. I will keep you in my prayers asking our Lord to strengthen and comfort you through this very trying time. Old friend and old neighbor, Mary Lou Hansen

  2. catherine frutiger / March 27, 2024 at 11:26 am

    Dear Hazel and Family, Ken and I are so sad for your loss, Glenn was such a great person, he will be truly missed

    Sincerest Sympathy
    Ken and Cathy

  3. Mark Schilli / March 27, 2024 at 1:18 pm

    Hazel and Tim – I met Glenn in June of 1984 when I was hired in Marine, IL as my first police officer job. Glenn would stop by and see me when I was working and always gave me great advice as a 21 year old first starting off in law enforcement. I always looked up to Glenn and enjoyed his friendship and sense of humor. God Bless You All in this difficult time. Rest in Peace S-71. 🇺🇸👮‍♀️💙

  4. Mary Hess / March 27, 2024 at 1:33 pm

    Hazel and Tim prayers for you both and the family on the loss of Glenn. He was a great guy, loved going on vacations with you all. It will be hard but be strong through it and know he is with friends and family in heaven. Mary Hess

  5. Papa / March 27, 2024 at 5:41 pm

    Sorry for your loss. It was an honor for us to work with Glenn at the Sheriffs Dept. Our thoughts are with Hazel and your family.

    Bill and Patty Papa

  6. Lee Ann Head / March 27, 2024 at 10:54 pm

    Dear Hazel and family. So sorry for your loss. We always enjoyed running into you two. We will keep you all in our prayers.
    God Bless, Tom and LeeAnn

  7. Ron Tune / March 28, 2024 at 7:38 am

    I first met Glenn in 1970 in Highland while working my rookie year at the Sheriff’s Department.

    My Partner (Gary Burns) and I had lunch with hiim at a restaurant in highland that evening.

    I remember him as a nice guy with a great sense of humor.

    My heartfelt condolences to his family.

  8. Terry Zeisset / March 29, 2024 at 7:02 am

    I worked with Glen at various incidents throughout the years. He was always gentle but authoritative. God Bless. Ret. ISP Lt. Terry Zeisset

  9. Delbert & Toni Clemons / March 30, 2024 at 2:21 pm

    Hazel, Tim and family……what a great friend and working partner I had…..lots of great times we spent together, working, with our families and vacationing together. I first met Glen in the 70’s when he was on the Highland police department and eventually he came to the Sheriff department where we really bonded. I am proud to say he was one of my best friends for many years. Our sincere sympathy to you in this time of his passing.

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