Glen L. Bailey, 75, of Lincoln passed away March 30, 2025. Born August 4, 1949, in St. Paul, NE to Warren Keith and Bettie (Hinkle) Bailey.
After graduating from Palmer High School, Glen served in the U. S. Marine Corps (68-72), during the Vietnam War (69-70). He attended Hastings College and Mary Lanning School of Nursing and received his diploma in nursing. He attended Kearney State College and received is BS in Psychology. He was then commissioned in the U. S. Air Force Nurse Corps (76-80) spending two years in the Philippines. He switched and was commissioned from the Air Force to the Army Nurse Corps and served in the First Gulf War (90-91), retiring from the military in 1996. He then returned to school and attended Kansas City Community College and became a funeral director. In 1996, he received his master’s degree in education from the University of Nebraska Kearney.
Glen learned to play the guitar in Vietnam and continued throughout his life. He played guitar with Three Cords and a Cloud of Dust. Glen loved to read and write poetry. He was a member of Kiwanis Club for many years, life member of the VFW, American Legion, DAV, and MOAA (Military Officers Association of America). He also enjoyed working with wood, rebuilding old cars, an avid eclectic antique collector, and road raced for many years in the U.S. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and grandchildren, and having morning coffee with the old guys and the music guys.
Surviving family members include his wife Margie; sons Sean (Megan), Vance (Leigh Ann), Cy (Beth); stepson Zachary (Rhoda) Moore; stepdaughter Geneva (James) McNamara; nine grandchildren; two sisters and two brothers.
Preceded in death by his parents, sisters Kay, Barb, and Patty.
Memorial service: 3:00 pm Friday, April 4, 2025, Roper and Sons South Lincoln Chapel, 3950 Hohensee Drive.
Memorials to Tunnel to Towers.
Burial will be in the Omaha National Cemetery at a later date with family.
Services
Memorial Service
3:00 pm CST
Roper & Sons South Chapel
3950 Hohensee Drive (40th & Yankee Hill)
Lincoln, NE 68516
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As I was getting into the Funeral business, it was Glen that taught me everything in the prep room. He had been a nurse, so he was very detailed and I try to carry those things with me as I continue in the Funeral profession to this day. We also did a lot of projects together back in the day. He was a good guy!
– Trent Wagner
Glen was a friend that help me through some hard times! I will always be grateful that I got to have Glen in my life.
– Steve S
I loved playing music with Glen. His little tush would wiggle back-and-forth and I always got a kick out of that. He wrote some lasting songs I’ll never forget.
– Dennis B.
Thanks for your time with the 3 chords band. I enjoyed playing drums with you and the band. I will always have the fun memories of the band years. Keeping your song close, God bless.
– Richie Brown
Bailey family – I just wanted to tell you how wonderful Glen was with our family when my dad passed many years ago. He was so kind to my young children who had never experienced death. He suggested they write a letter to “Pa” and share their favorite memories. Forever grateful! Craig Swedenburg
– Craig Swedenburg
Dear Margie ~ the Trehearn families are saddened to learn that Glen has passed. You were the best neighbors to Art and Edna and welcomed the Llewellyn family when they moved on O’Reilly. So many evenings sitting in Art’s garage with Glen reminiscing about their U.S. Marine Corps experiences. We loved the annual summer gatherings with great food, conversation and the fabulous music playing long after the sun had set. Pray that Art and Glen will connect once again and that comfort will envelope you now and forever. Love and blessings to all you families. Ed & Pam Trehearn
– Pamela Trehearn
Bailey Boys, Wishing you all peace and comfort in the days coming. Uncle Glen will be missed dearly.
– Michelle
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