Charles Gayle Glackman

Charles Gayle Glackman, 70, of Fairland passed away Thursday, June 28, 2012 at his residence. Born August 7, 1941, in Shelbyville, he was the son of Charles Glenn and Martha (Miller) Glackman. He married Carolyn Jean Fisher on August 20, 1962, and she preceded him in death in 2006. Survivors include his sons, Joe (wife, Tracy) Glackman and Glenn (wife, Amy) Glackman, both of Fairland; daughters, Roxanne Huey and Penny Glackman, both of Shelbyville; and grandchildren, Hannah Glackman, Erin Glackman, Miles Glackman, Dustin Duncan, Lane Logan, Bryce Logan, Steven Glackman, Sarah Glackman, Chase Glackman, Wayne Mohr, Vanessa Mohr and Jack Huey,. He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Charlie Glackman; and a sister, Linda Ross. Mr. Glackman was a lifelong resident of Fairland and graduated from Fairland High School in 1959. He formerly owned and operated Glackman Standard Service Station and retired from Detroit Diesel Allison as an experimental engine builder in 1994. Mr. Glackman was a U.S. Air Force 1915th veteran, serving during Vietnam. He also served as a Volunteer Fireman and a Shelby County Reserve Deputy. Charles was a wonderful engraver, knife maker and gun repairman. He enjoyed competitive pistol shooting, hill climbing, hunting, flying, horses and his grandchildren. Visitation will be from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 1, 2012 at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday, July 2, 2012 at the funeral home, with Pastor Gary Strange officiating. Interment will be in Fairland Cemetery, with a military graveside service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairland Northwood Christian Church, P.O. Box 305, Fairland, Indiana 46176, Online condolences may be shared at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.