Jerry L. Glas, 78, of Edwards passed away Saturday, March 29, 2025, at his residence.
He was born October 16, 1946, in Galesburg to Robert F. and Audrey Thomas Glas. His parents preceded him in death.
He married Lea C. Stever on August 2, 1968, in Normal; she survives. He is also survived by his children, Bret (Jinny) Glas, Kelly Glas, Matthew Glas; grandchildren, Grace Glas, Lily Glas, Gabe Glas, Luke Glas, Gavin Glas, Delaney Glas, Cooper Glas; brother, Robert Glas and niece, Alisa Glas.
Jerry graduated with a master’s degree from Illinois State University, he was a CPA for many years along with landscaping part-time. Then in 1993 he started LC Glas Landscaping full-time. He retired in 2019.
Jerry loved God, his family and landscaping. He enjoyed golf and coaching baseball.
Cremation has been accorded and a celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Northwoods Community Church 10700 N. Allen Road, Peoria, IL 61615.
The Cremation Society of Mid-Illinois Pekin/Peoria is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at csmico.com
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