Paul Scott Glassbrenner, 62, of Plainview, died at 10:55 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025, peacefully at his home.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, Nov. 22, at Tri County Rod and Gun Club in Brighton, from 12 to 4 p.m. Any friends wishing to speak are invited to do so. There will be a private burial at St. Denis Cemetery in Shipman at a later date.
Mr. Glassbrenner was born on Feb. 6, 1963, in Litchfield, to Fred E. Glassbrenner and Norma J. (Narup) Glassbrenner. He was a retired carpenter from Local 664 (formerly Local 377).
Mr. Glassbrenner was a member and nearly permanent fixture of the Tri County Rod and Gun Club in Brighton. He enjoyed sharing his culinary skills there as well as assisting with preparation of Burgoo soup for the Brighton community. With a personality much like his father, Mr. Glassbrenner knew no stranger and was loved by many.
Mr. Glassbrenner is survived by siblings, Karen (Steve) Bender of Williamsville, Patti Updike of St. Charles, MO, and Ann (John) Hilderbrand of Alton; nieces and nephews whom he cherished; as well as several cousins.
Mr. Glassbrenner was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Ralph Glassbrenner.
Memorials are suggested to Betsey Ann Association, Brighton, IL or St. Denis Cemetery for upkeep. Kravanya Funeral Home, Gillespie, IL is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.kravanyafuneral.com.
