Glen Gienapp

Born in Dundee, IA
Born on Jun 17, 1931
Departed on Apr 22, 2019

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Glen Gienapp, 87, Anamosa, died April 22, 2019 at the Monticello Nursing and Rehab Center, surrounded by his family.  He was born on June 17, 1931 in Dundee to Otto and Esther Gienapp.

Glen graduated in the top ten of his class from Dundee High School.  Upon graduation he joined the Army and served in the Korean War.  After returning from the war he met and married Gloria Thomsen on July 16, 1954 in Manchester.  Together they raised 5 children.  Glen enjoyed spending time at the casino, watching the Cubs and Bulls, and spending time with his family.  

Glen is survived by his children, Ron (Paula), Debbie (Steve), Don (Sue), Lisa (Randy), and Scott (Cristin); grandchildren, Jeff, Jenni, Trish, Josh, Cam, Connyr, and Lyndsay; 10 great-grandchildren, and his grand-dogs.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Gloria, and his siblings Bud, Toby, and Rosie.

A memorial visitation will be held Sunday April 28, from 2:00-5:00 pm at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home, 4200 First Ave NE, Cedar Rapids.  Private family burial will take place at a later date.

Family requests that guests wear Cubs or Bulls clothing in honor of Glen. 

The family would like to extend a big thank you to Above and Beyond Hospice and Monticello Nursing and Rehab staff for their excellent care of Glen.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family for Above and Beyond Hospice in Glen’s name.