Robert H. Glenn, Jr.

Robert Henry Glenn, Jr., was born to Jean Marie Glenn and Robert Henry Glenn, Sr. on July 2, 1962, at Naval Bethesda Hospital. He departed this life after a lengthy illness on September 9, 2025. From a very early age, Robert was rambunctious and full of energy. As a toddler, his mother would let him outside to play in the morning, and he often wouldn’t return until evening. Neighbors would reassure his mother by calling to say he had been fed and was doing just fine and that he would make his way home later. This love for being on the go never faded, continuing well into his teenage years and adulthood until his illness began to slow him down. Robert had a strong work ethic and found joy in providing for his family. His very first job was at just nine years old, when he hopped onto an ice cream truck without the owner’s knowledge. By the time the driver realized he was there, they were in the next neighborhood, and the rest was history. Robert never stopped working until his declining health required him to retire. Of all his jobs, his favorite was with “Sky Chef,” where he worked tirelessly and proudly until the end. He was educated in the D.C. public school system and graduated from F.W. Ballou High School. Throughout his life, Robert was known by many nicknames: Dad, Glenn, Frog, Jr., and his most cherished “Paw Paw.” He was also a die-hard Washington Redskins/Commanders fan. While he loved all sports, football was his passion. Robert leaves to cherish his devoted wife, Stephanie Glenn; one daughter, Whitney Tywander Glenn; one son, Robert Henry Glenn III; and one grandson, Riyaire. He is also survived by his two sisters, Robin McElhaney (Samuel) and Kim Perry; Sybil Williams one sister-in-law; Selwyn Roberts and Sherman Williams two brothers-in-law; Lois S. Roberts, mother-in-law; four nieces, Samantha McElhaney John (Joel), Adrienne McElhaney, Arabia Roberts, and McKenzie Roberts; and one great-niece, London John. He leaves behind the memory of two extremely special men in his life, his late father-in-law, William Roberts, and Mr. Faulk, as well as a host of relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jean Perry and Robert Henry Glenn, Sr.; his stepfather, James Perry; his paternal great-grandmother, Lucille Meekins; his paternal grandmother, Mrs. Sarah Glenn; his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bland; his beloved sister, Tywander Glenn; and cousins Chuck, Cheryl, Kevin, Janice, Ronald, Sheila (“Poo”), and Jesse, along with a host of aunts and uncles.

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Robert H. Glenn, Jr.

July 2, 1962 - September 9, 2025