Glenna R. Harrison

Glenna R. (Middleton) Harrison, 73, of Indianapolis, passed from this life unexpectedly on Thursday, October 21, 2021, while sleeping in the comfort of her own home. She was born the third child of nine, in Harlan, KY, on December 22, 1947, to the late Otis and Bertha (Estes) Middleton. Glenna spent her youth as the child of a coalminer, growing up on the side of a mountain in the lush and rustic countryside, surrounded by her large and loving family. She attended Lowell High School with the class of 1966, before picking up and heading north, where she would meet the man of her dreams, John, while working in a printing company. After a brief and amorous courtship, the pair were joyously united in marriage in the fall of 1968, starting their happy family. Although she was a homemaker at heart, Glenna held previous positions as a clerk with Kroger on Rockville Road, Rand McNally, and later retired from ADM as a paralegal. A member of the Gasburg Baptist Church, she and John held strong to their faith. The best wife any man could ask for, Glenna was also selfless and fierce matriarch. She held her family high, continuously putting their needs above all else. Patient, loving and with a keen sense of humor, she was known as the sock sheriff, ensuring her grandchildren’s feet matched. A magnificent cook, she frequently made sure her treasured family had their favorite meals ready, for their much-anticipated visits. At times, she could be found glued to the television, relishing in her favorite reality shows, American Pickers and Pawn Stars. A gentle and kind soul, Glenna leaves behind a legacy of love and light, and will be forever missed in years to come. Along with her parents, Glenna was preceded in death by her son John Steven Harrison, III; and siblings Sylvan and Tom Middleton, Geneva Caudil, Kathy Eland and Reva Shepherd. Glenna leaves behind her devoted husband of 53 years John Harrison of Indianapolis; daughter Tracy Quirino (Fernando) of GA; stepson Michael Harrison of Indianapolis; siblings Debbie Niceley (Gary) of TN, Janie Farmer (Howard), and Nancy Middleton both of KY; grandchildren Brittani Belew (B.J.) of Martinsville and Steven Quirino of Indianapolis; great grandchildren Chrisa, Austin, Cory, John and Meadow; along with several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., on Monday, October 25, 2021, at Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel with a Celebration of Life Service beginning promptly at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Ken Hayden will officiate, and she will be laid to rest in West Union Cemetery, alongside her son. To share a favorite story, send an online condolence to the family, or light a candle in Glenna’s memory, please search @MonroviaFuneralHome on social media or visit her tribute page at www.lightmemorial.com

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Glenna R. Harrison

December 22, 1947 - October 21, 2021