Glen Douglas Clark, of Galena, IL, and formerly of Mt. Vernon, IA, died Sunday, December 28, 2025, of complications due to pulmonary disease. He was 77. Glen made it very clear that he wanted a joyous celebration of his life after he passed. Friends and family are invited to come together on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Tin Roof Event Center in Lisbon, IA, from 1 – 5 PM.  As he wished, there will be no visitation or services. A private graveside ceremony will be held at a later date. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family.

Glen was the youngest of six children, born on September 24, 1948, to Andrew and Grace (Wilde) Clark. He grew up on the family farm in Ely, IA, attended school at Rogers Grove, and graduated from Mt. Vernon High School in 1966. He spent his career at Bernet Construction, where he served as the manager for over 30 years. Glen loved his job and was sorry to retire. In the summer of 1977, Glen met his wife, Crystal Cottrell; they married on July 15, 1978, in Mt. Vernon. Together, they had three children and lived in Mt. Vernon until retiring to Galena in 2017. Some of the happiest years of Glen’s life were spent enjoying the area’s tranquility with Crystal, exploring restaurants, towns, and festivals.

Glen is survived by his wife, Crystal; son Aaron (Jackie Zubak) Clark; daughters Ashley (Jesse) Caruthers; Afton Clark (Adam Petersen); sister-in-law Cindy Johnson; mother-in-law Kay Fisk; the pride of his life, grandchildren Estella, Bria, Myles, Lucas, Portia, and Kaleb; and his loyal dog, Bear.

Glen was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Karen Fiala and Barbara Ingersoll; his brother, Mark; and his father-in-law, Eugene Fisk.

Online condolences may be left for the family at  www.furlongfuneralchapel.com