Glenn Darnell

Glenn Darnell Glenn Darnell passed away Monday, December 7, 2009. He was born August 10, 1921 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Clara Sprigg Darnell and Roscoe Wesley Darnell, the youngest to three brothers and a sister. Glenn felt blessed to be raised in a Christian home. While attending Arkansas Tech he began his flying career. He instructed in Dallas and Little Rock before enlisting in the Army Air Corp. During World War II he flew in the Ferry Command carrying troops and cargo in India and China. After the war he flew military air transport. His airline career began in 1946 with Chicago and Southern Airlines and continued with Delta Airlines until retiring August 10, 1981 at the age of 60 having 41 years of flying. Being the youngest of his brothers Gordon, Cecil, and Willis, they were the first generation of the Flying Darnells. Three of Glenn’s sons, and his brother’s sons are keeping the legacy alive. Glenn met and married the love of his life, Lola Oholendt. Their love grew stronger everyday for 63 years. They were blessed with four sons, nine grandchildren and two great – grandsons. He was so very proud of them all. For the love of his church, he was always faithful in his attendance and active serving in varies areas. He is remembered as a greeter for many years at University Heights Baptist Church. The Lord led him to minister to the homebound ill and was faithful serving with the Prison Ministry. He enjoyed sharing with the second graders at Sam Houston Elementary where he served as a Mentor. Recognized as Outstanding Volunteer in 1999. He has been a Master Mason for more than 50 years and a charter member of Covenant Fellowship. In retirement he enjoyed fishing with his sons and grandchildren. His love for others and his Christian Family values will continue to be an inspiration to his family land many special friends. The family would like to thank Beth Dorsy and Melaine Douga with Texas Home Health and those with Compassionate Care Hospice for their personal assistance during Glenn’s last days. Glenn is survived by his sons: Richard Glenn Darnell and wife, Kate, Don Ross Darnell and wife, Carol, Dale Gordon Darnell and wife Julie, Dave Ernest Darnell and wife Patsy: Grandchildren: Chad Darnell, Matthew Darnell, Michele Reed, Joel Darnell, Michael Darnell, Daniel Darnell, Andrew Darnell, Conner Darnell and wife, Courtney and Garrett Darnell. Two Great Sons: Austin Reed and Noah Darnell. Family Visitation Wednesday, December 9 from 5-7 pm and Services at 10:00 am Thursday, December 10 at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home. David Valentine officiating. Burial after services at Adickes Addition Oakwood Cemetery. Pallbearers: Grandsons Honorary Pallbearers: Wes Webb, John Webb, David Webb, Richard Levy, and Steve Reynolds. In lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to: Covenant Fellowship 1211 Financial Plaza PO Box 10769, Huntsville, Texas 77340 Those wishing to leave a memorial condolence for the family may do so at www.shmfh.com.

Glenn Darnell

August 10, 1921 - December 10, 2009