Glenn was born on October 30th, 1932, in Bethany, Oklahoma to Louis O. Barton and Lois Bryant Barton. He was preceded in death by his first wife Hazel, his second wife Carol (Bitsy), and his sisters Virginia and Irene.

After graduation from High School, Glenn served in the United States Navy. He enjoyed his time in the Navy, and loved sharing stories, especially about his journey in Morocco. You have also heard his story about going through a hurricane on an aircraft carrier.

After his journey in the Navy, Glenn attended Oklahoma University. While at OU, Glenn obtained his B.S. in Business Administration, as well as his M.A. in Human Relations. He graduated from OU in 1979 and was since then a lifelong Sooners fan.

One thing Glenn loved in life was golf. After the Navy, he worked hard to earn his professional teaching certification. He was a golf Pro at the Mill Creek Golf Course where, for years, he taught those who sought out lessons, even family members. Glenn also enjoyed hosting clinics during the summer to teach younger kids the basics of Golf. If Glenn wasn’t teaching golf at the club, he enjoyed playing in his free time on teams, with friends, and with family. He loved all aspects of the sport and also trained and worked in golf club repair and customization.

Glenn was a longtime member of the Salado United Methodist church, where he was a devoted member of the church choir. Over the years he has had many performances, including Easter and Christmas cantatas. 

Glenn is survived by his son Andy and his wife his Jayne, of Huntsville, Texas; his daughter Holly of Buda, Texas; his granddaughter Lindsey of Buda, Texas; his granddaughter Raven of Buda, Texas, his grandson Landon of Paragould, Arkansas; His grandson Tyler of Paragould, Arkansas, and three great grandchildren, Oliva, Paxton, and Bently. He also leaves a host of nieces and nephews.