On October 8, 2024, Kenneth (Ken) Glassman, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Palm Desert, California. He was 94 years old.
Ken was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 18, 1930. In 1961, he moved to Glenview, Illinois, where he lived for many years before moving to Rancho Mirage, California in 1984, and lived in the Coachella Valley ever since.
Ken spent most of his professional career in retail sales. This included serving as President of Fabric Mart in Chicago, Illinois, owning his own rug and window treatment business, and working as a sales associate at Macy’s (Bullocks) in Palm Desert, California. Before retiring from Macy’s at the age of 87, he earned numerous awards for being one of the top sales associates throughout his 33 years with the Company. In addition, Ken was very involved in community service to the City of Rancho Mirage and the Coachella Valley.
Ken was the epitome of kindness and devotion. He had a gentle soul, who was kind to everyone that came into his life. He was extremely devoted to those in every aspect of his life. This included the people he worked with, the customers that he served, and the members of his community. But most importantly, his devotion to his family was unparalleled. Ken treasured his family, and being a husband, father and grandfather (Poppy) brought him the greatest joy in his life.
Ken is preceded in death by his wife Marilyn, father Joseph, and mother Ida. He is survived by his sons Marc and Joel, his daughter Kim, and his grandchildren Kendall, Jonah, Noah, Jordan, and Julia.
A private memorial service will be held for the family. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Friends of the Desert Mountains in his memory.
Sunday, October 13, 2024
11:00 - 11:30 am (Pacific time)
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