KRIETSCH GLENN R

MAJ Glenn R. Krietsch was a VHPA member who died after his tour in Vietnam on 01/19/2025 at the age of 78.6
Oak Brook, IL
Flight Class 69-32
Date of Birth 06/27/1946
Served in the U.S. Army
Served in Vietnam with 242 ASHC in 70-71
Call sign in Vietnam MULESKINNER
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More detail on this person: Glenn Krietsch Obituary Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gibbons Funeral Home - Elmhurst on Jul. 20, 2025. Glenn R. Krietsch, age 79, of Oak Brook, died from complications of ALS on Saturday, July 19, 2025. The disease stole his independence and muscle mass, but not his dignity or his sarcastic sense of humor. Glenn is survived by his wife Joyce, nee Irvin; his children Ryan (Cyndy) Krietsch, Leigh (Nels) Boerner, and Erik (Vanessa) Krietsch; his grandchildren Hanna, John, Alice, and Natalie Krietsch, Henry and Frances Boerner, and Bryce, Parker, and Zachary Krietsch; his brother Paul (Judy) Krietsch; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jay and Jean; his brother, Brian; and his grandson, Lincoln. Glenn had a long career in banking, specializing in commercial lending, even trying retirement out but deciding he didn't like it. He was a proud Army helicopter pilot and Vietnam Veteran, an avid golfer and pickleball player, and a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His favorite places to be were at his children's or grandchildren's cross country and track meets, and on the golf course with his wife, sons, or grandchildren (he gave up trying to bribe his daughter to play years ago). Glenn also leaves behind many friends, and many many golf shirts. Visitation Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 9:00 a.m. until time of funeral service 10:00 a.m. at Gibbons Funeral Home, 134 South York Road, (½ mile North of Saint Charles Road), Elmhurst. Interment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Foundation, 1300 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22209. Please write "ALS can go pound sand" in the dedication. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Foundation, 1300 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22209 https://www.als.org/

Burial information: Queen Of Heaven Catholic Cemetery, Hillside, IL

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Date posted on this site: 02/07/2026