I am not sure how I missed this tragedy, but I just found out about Glenn in a letter from SEMAGNET. I am shocked, saddened and left with a bit more emptiness. I met Glenn as I began my mid-life career change by going back to school for a masters' degree. He was my advisor and we quickly got along well. He razzed me constantly since he was a few years younger than I. But as I constantly struggled to handle the stress of working, family and school, Glenn encouraged me every time I questioned what I was doing. I was always strengthened by his positive attitude on any given day, and in almost any situation. He was an excellent instructor, a very proud family man, dedicated and responsible. I have no doubt that I would not be in the wonderful position I am now if it were not for him. After getting to know Glenn better I asked if he might be interested in playing in a men's baseball league. He was eager to jump at the opportunity - as long as it did not interfere with his daughter's sports schedules. I had the pleasure of playing baseball with him for a couple of seasons. He enjoyed playing immensely, and was always one to encourage other players or bring his great sense of humor to the team.

    Who else would ask if you could list the five disciplines of Geography between innings? And as far as pitching went, well, it's location, location, location! I will keep Glenn and especially his family in my prayers. There are always certain people that influence you in significant and positive ways, and who's presence stay with you all your life. Glenn is one of those people for me. I will miss him, and I am privileged to have crossed paths with him in this life. I hope we will cross paths again.

Steve Margarite

Teacher/Technology Coordinator

The Gifford School, Weston, MA