Glenn E. Spencer

Glenn Spencer, 92, passed away on October 29th, 2026. A lifelong resident of Charlestown, Glenn was born to the parents of Everett and Sarah Spencer on March 23rd, 1934. He was a Charlestown High School Alumni Class of 1952, an entrepreneur, inventor, pilot and soldier.

Glenn founded the businesses of Charlestown Laundromat, Emblem Cap Company and Spencer Machine & Tool. He invented a self-cleaning filter that is still continually being sold worldwide. Glenn deeply appreciated the ones he worked with as well as family and friends.

Glenn proudly served in the US Army as he was drafted during the Korean war and was honored with a good conduct medal upon his discharge in 1958.

Glenn started flying airplanes at the age of 16, and was a key person involved in the opening of Clark County Airport in Indiana.

Glenn was a member of Blazing Star Masonic Lodge #226, Charlestown Lions Club and Clark County Air Board. He loved the city of Charlestown and often attended events to help the community.

Glenn is preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Betty Jane and children, Robin (daughter) and Rex (son.)

Glenn is survived by his son, Bradley (Lisa) grandson, Cameron (Alyssa) and granddaughter of the heart, Arianna.

Visitation will be from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Grayson Funeral Home in Charlestown. Funeral Service will follow at 2:00 pm on Sunday, also at Grayson Funeral Home with burial in Charlestown Cemetery.

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