Glenn Alvin Shores found his ultimate peace and healing on March 17, 2021, after a courageous three year battle with cancer. On October 6, 1955, a second son was born to Forrest and Helen (Gormley) Shores in Greybull Basin Hospital in Wyoming. Being quite a few years younger than this four older sisters and one older brother, Glenn was the baby of the family and was spoiled and doted on by everyone. Glenn attended schools in Greybull, Billings, Forsyth and Miles City, MT. Glenn graduated from Custer County District High School in 1974.
From a very young age, Glenn was fascinated by music. He never had any formal musical training, but was able to teach himself to read and play the drums as a child. Glenn started playing in his first band, 100 Proof, while he was still in high school. He then proceeded to play in bands, including Sugar Mountain Band and Montana River Band for the next 40 years. Glenn’s entire family loved to go watch him play the drums and sing and did every chance they got.
Glenn started his work career at the young age of 5 yrs old shining shoes outside Shores Shoe Store. In high school he went to work for Anthony’s clothing store working side by side with his mom and dad. Glenn worked for Pine Hills State School for many years. Glenn later became a manager and bouncer for Bojangles Night Club breaking up many fights and pouring a stiff drink for friends and family. Glenn worked for Pierce Homes and finally as a contractor doing odd jobs. Glenn also lovingly cared for his two sister’s horses and land for the last ten years. Glenn fell in love with these horses and found his own peace and therapy while spending every extra minute he had out with the horses and nature.
But Glenn’s favorite role and most fulfilling contribution to his family started when he was 18 years old in 1973 when his sister bought him his first Santa Claus suit. Glenn then proceeded to become Santa every Christmas Eve for family and friends until Christmas 2018. Glenn brought so much joy to hundreds of kids each Christmas and loved watching their faces light up when they heard his magical Christmas bells and his unmistakable “Ho Ho Ho.”
Glenn married Glenda Campbell in 1977. To this union two son’s, Robbie and Shaun, (that Glenn loved deeply) were born. Glenn became Papa to Quayde, Keagan and Teryn and step-Papa to Jazzmin, Kyra, and Brian. He then married Lilly Cruise, they later divorced. Papa Glenn loved his grandkids with all his heart and attended every game and performance he could. Glenn was also an amazing uncle to his nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and would often be seen sitting in the crowd to cheer them on also. Family was everything to Glenn.
Glenn’s love and devotion to his family always led him to helping them out in any way he could. He may have never had monetary riches, but was the type of man that would give you the shirt off his back and never ask anything in return. Glenn was rich beyond measure emotionally and is a very treasured member of his family.
Glenn will be missed and his absence will be felt deeply by all who had the privilege of loving him. Glenn’s battle with cancer was not easy, going to Arizona and Chicago, every other week for the last three years (by himself) for his cancer treatments at the Cancer Treatment Centers of America. Glenn fought so hard to stay here for his family for as long as he could. Glenn never wanted to give up and continued to fight until his last breath. Cancer DID NOT win, Glenn did by finally finding his ultimate peace and healing with the Lord.
Glenn is survived by his two son’s, Robbie (Larisa Watson) and Shaun Shores both of Miles City, MT and their mom, Glenda Shores. Three grandchildren – Quayde, Keagan and Teryn and three step-grandchildren – Jazzmin, Kyra, and Brian. Glenn is also survived by three sisters – Neva (Bill) Shipp, Janice (Tom) Mostoller and Anita Muri; one brother – Rod (Jane) Shores; three sister-in-laws Frankie Christianson, Kathy Randall, and Tammy Foley; three brother-in-law’s, Robert Emmett, Jack Campbell and Stan Clelland. His goddaughter, BreAnna Simpson. Along with numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews and many cousins and friends.
Glenn was welcomed home by his parents, Forrest and Helen Shores; one sister Darlene Emmett; three brother-in-law’s Pete Muri, Bob Campbell and Freddie Campbell; two sister-in-law’s Sharon Clelland and Nancy Campbell; nieces Carrie Emmett and Kayla Harris; nephew’s Greg Emmett and Rylan Dyba; grandparents Alvin and Montz Shores and Glenn and Inez Gormley.
The family would like to thank the Cancer Treatment Centers of America in Arizona and Dr. Allen Tan at Rush Medical Center in Chicago for giving Glenn three extra years with his loved ones. The family would also like to thank Jeff, Tammy and Jace Muri owners of The Billings Hotel for the generousity in allowing Glenn to stay there on his way to and from his treatments. Thank you also to hospice at the Holy Rosary Hospital.
The family requests that everyone wear green to celebrate Glenn’s life. Should friends or family desire, memorials may be made to the “Glenn Shores Benefit Account” or the Outlaw or Maverick Baseball Association.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the Grace Bible Church in Miles City. Burial will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Video of Service and Slide show combined in the video below:
Service Schedule
Visitation
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday March 26, 2021
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 27, 2021
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday March 26, 2021
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 27, 2021
Grace Bible Church
3505 Stower Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Josh Rath says
The cowboy indeed has ridden away. I love you Uncle Glenn. Thank you for being another father to me over the years. From the days at the Alta with the MT River Band rocking the house… Douglas on the leslie… to the days at Chubbies with the graphic design business… visiting you and Lily at the salon… and our time at BoJangles rocking out the house with the band and all our wonderful friends who came to support us. Not to mention the best time we had together… traveling around Montana to DJ Weddings and other gigs with Treasure State Audio Entertainment.
It’s been a wonderful 28 years knowing you Glenn. I will 100% miss you, and wish we could have had more fun times together. Even if we got to visit Deadwood one more time.. just to see if we truly were banned from the Silverado Franklin. A story for another time I suppose. See you again down the road…
Kirk Sturdevant says
Shaun and Robbie, I am so sorry for your loss. Glenn was a great guy and I always enjoyed running into him and having a good conversation. He always smiled and always had an upbeat attitude. He will be missed.
MARTHA CRANDALL says
so sorry. my sympathy.
Carolyn Hays says
Family of Glenn, my deepest sympathy. Glenn was my favorite boyfriend of my sister Maria. Really thought they were going to make a family before she died too early. Glenn was always so full of fun and mischief but able to step up to the plate and be serious when it was needed. I know he will be missed by all of you and the many friends and lives he has touched in his lifetime. Goodbye to one of the good guys. May you rest in peace. Cooky
Punky Mann says
To all of Glenn’s family. I am truly sorry for your loss. What a great man and friend for 40 plus years. I will miss you dearly. Until we meet again
Beth Ann Johnson Wiedeman says
Glen’s family, so sorry for your loss Glenn will be missed by many. May your memories give your peace during this time of grieving.
Jr and Myrna Perkins says
Sympathy to all of Glenn’s family. May he now rest in peace. We always were fans of his musical abilities.
Danette and David Olguin says
We are so sorry to hear about Glenn’s passing. What a long struggle he had but was such a courageous, kind and beautiful soul and no matter what always had a smile on his face for everyone. Rejoice in all your fond memories and know he is in heaven and singing with all the angels.
Deeon Bickle says
Robbie, we are so sorry for your loss.
Hugs and prayers my friend!
Clark l. Mcrae says
Rest in peace my friend. I met Glenn back in the sixth grade on the playground at Lincoln school and he was a great friend to have.
Phyllis Stevens says
I don’t even know what to say! He was truly a great friend of mine! I have been reflecting today of all the things that we did together-all the True Value Showdowns Lily, Glenn and I would go to whether it was competing or just supporting, our Nashville trip which was truly one of the best times of my life–so many memories I couldn’t even begin to talk of but I do know from our last conversation that he is now with the Lord, pain free and rejoicing! I will love you forever Glenn and will see you again some day!
Walt Marolf says
His music entetained me.
His humor made me smile.
His friendship was there when I needed it.
So long old friend.
Linda Walker says
This is so sad. They made a lot of music in the Trails Inn. Such a fine friendly man.
Dolores Meidinger Willson says
Anita, Robbie, Shaun and all the Shores family-
I am so very sorry for your great loss. Miles City has lost a wonderful man. Music was just one of his many talents, so remember all that he meant to you.
Maureen Larson says
Dear Anita and Shores family – so very sorry to hear this news. My heart and prayers go out to all of you during this sad and difficult time. Rest In Peace, Glenn.
Ken and Vicki Hess says
To know Glenn was to love him and we will miss him very much. Our hearts go out to Glenn’s family.
Clara jo says
All of Glen’s family and friends you are in my thoughts and prayers ! May All the wonderful memories fill your hearts on those tough days 🤗 God Bless !
Scott Jens & Sue Jens says
To the toughest 5’10” player I ever had on any of my basketball teams, a relentless worker in every game the played. We will all miss Glen, his smile, is caring and warm personality will be sorrowfully missed by us all. Glen is now in a better place wrapped in the arms of his lord, no longer in pain. Goodbye Glen, never to be forgotten.
Denise Harvey says
To all of Glenn’s family,
Thank you for sharing Glenn with our community. We are all better for having known him, his smile, and his compassion for others.
Denise and Jay Harvey
Gerry Benson says
Many have written memorable things about Glenn. Likewise, he will be very missed. Me and several others (Don, Allen X2, Richard, and Rich) had shared a relationship with him centered around music and respect. I met Glenn in 1977 and became a co-worker not only in music but at Pine Hills School. I will never forget that he was the last person I seen in Miles City in 1995 as I headed west and out of town in a U-Haul. At this time, once again I wave goodbye. Many fond memories of all of our adventures and all of the states we visited.
There are so many great memories because he was always a friend and was very generous with his time and knowledge. He taught me so much and I know his parents and family were very proud of him. Thank you for being a friend to me!
Patty and Bob Washington says
OH, so sad to see Glenn leave us. Such a talented man who brought such joy to the world. RIP Glenn. Condolences to the family.
Curtis and June Fillafer says
Shore family.
I’m so sorry for the loss of Glen. I met Glen way back in the 60s during grade school at Lincoln School. Glen was always friendly and fun. I couldn’t be blessed more to have a good friend like Glen and along with the many many other friends in school. God bless you in heaven Glen and I’m so sorry to see you leave us.
TOM SAILER says
thanks buddy i will see you again and the band will get back together thanks for the memories now your free love you
Tom Sailer Washburn ND
Debbie Weyer says
Prayers to Glenn’s family. I didn’t know him well, but what I did know of him, he was one of the Good guys. He is now pain free and living the greatest adventure anyone could have right now. May God wrap his arms around everyone that is grieving and help them to remember the good memories.
ronald lala says
Glenn was such a wonderful man to be around. He always had a smile no matter how he felt. He was such a great friend and will be missed by all. Rest in peace Glenn for you are not suffering and in a much better place. We shall meet again my friend.
Sally Fitch Ness says
Thoughts and prayers to all the family. He was a wonderful man.
Jennifer Benson says
Glenn Shores, you will be missed my friend! I know you fought long and hard! My love, thoughts and prayers are with your boys and your family! I know we will see you again, until then keep singing and hammering those drums!
Travis Loy says
So sad I met Glenn when he was managing Bogangles such a wonderful man he will be missed dearly he fought a long hard battle and now he is pain free my deepest condolences go out too his family such a talented man loved listening too his band Montana River band R.I.P. my friend until we meet again
Deb Jerrel says
Rest in peace Glenn and keep on playing that music! Deepest sympathies to the family💔
Mary Ottoy Snell says
Anita and Shores family,
My thoughts and prayers to you all! What a wonderful man.
Rest in peace Glen.
Tammy Mallett Pecha says
So sorry fro your loss,Glen was such a nice man.
Cherie Dyba says
A genuine soul, a kind hearted man. Glenn will be missed on this earth, but always remembered. Prayers and hugs to all the family.
LaRae Tangen says
Shaun, Robbie and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father, friend and loved one. He was a very kind soul and always had nice things to say about my momma and daughter. He was super talented and I enjoyed many a night out listening to him and the band. You are in my thoughts and always in my prayers as you go through this difficult time losing such a wonderful person from this world.
LaRae
Brian Mostoller says
You were always ready with a hand or a joke or a listening ear. You meant so much to so many. You will be missed, Uncle. I, like so many others, took you for granted many times. Your handiwork, your music, your art, and your help will be missed. Thank you for all you did for me as a kid and all you did for my parents in their older years. Godspeed, indeed. Love is all around your spirit and the people your spirit touched.
Cheryl Gormley Lunsford says
I’m so very sorry. I’m praying for you all
Pat and Monte Herzog says
Shaun and family..may God wrap his arms around all of you during this difficult time.. your memories of him will keep him alive forever in your hearts 💕.. will hold you in our prayers 🙏❤..Pat and Monte Herzog
Pamela martin says
My heart is so full of tears Glen u will be missed my heart goes out to the family
Carl Mottram says
My upmost condolences. Rest In Peace
Anna Baird says
Sorry for your loss he was a good guy and he had many friends. I remember when he had the bar bojangles and I remember him and the band they was all good guys and good singers he will be missed
Al Walker says
Glenn was my best friend, and he will be missed terribly!,I will see you again!
Proxy Hainer says
We met Glenn for the first time when he was married to Lily and have enjoyed his friendship ever since, especially as a musician, as was my husband and so was Lily.
I talked to Glenn the day he heard about his tests from the Doctors and he left us the next week. He will be sorely missed.
Pam Rogge says
My thoughts and prayers are with Glenn’s family at this time. He always had a smile and hello; Karl and I so enjoyed listening to his music over the years. RIP Glenn
Joe and Cathi Peila says
To all of Glenn’s family: We are so so sorry for your loss. Much sympathy and heartfelt prayer for all of you.
Dottie Johnstone says
Prayers for the family. Was a very nice guy to know.
Marla Warford says
Glenn will be missed and many memories continue. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Kay And Rocky Berdahl says
Anita and family,
Sorry for your loss!
Janet Stanhope says
Rachel and I are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Uncle Glenn. He was truly an inspiration and he touched so many lives. You all have our deepest sympathies and prayers. We are truly blessed to have known Glenn.
Doug Ellingson says
Glenn’s Family, Our condolences on your loss of Glenn. We enjoyed his music that he performed so well over the years.A great guy. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole Family. Sincerely, Diane and Doug Ellingson
Cody Morris says
I knew Glenn because of music. I was fortunate enough to be able to sit in and sing some songs a few times with Glenn and Lily with Sugar Mountain Band, and Glenn was always so supportive and friendly. He was very musically talented, and a really nice guy. I am thankful he is no longer sick, but with the Lord, where he will be forever in Paradise.
Steve Smith says
We from the Smith family give you and your family the power of Heavenly Father to be give you peace. Thanks for being such a good friend to all of us as well as your family and friends.
Deborah and Terry Hanson says
Deborah and I will miss the many hours we spent dancing to Glenn’s music and I will always remember the times I sat in on harmonica with whatever band Glenn was part of over the years. To all of Glenn’s family, I am sorry for your loss. He was a great person and musician. He was also my client friend as was his father before him. I am sorry that I am missing his service. However, Deborah and I will be thinking of him and the good times we’ve had with him over the decades.
Linda Wolff says
Glen was such a super nice guy. I so enjoyed visiting with planning events. He was always so upbeat and a pleasure to be around. He will be missed probably more than he will ever know. Rest In Peace friend, and enjoy being pain free.
Ron McLean says
I haven’t stopped thinking about Glenn since I heard of his passing. He was truly one of the nicest and most sincere people anyone could ever know. So many great memories of time spent with him in our younger years. Like so many other people I was fortunate enough to have Glenn take me under his wing and call me friend. He always found the time to help anyone who needed it. He truly was so caring. My deepest sympathies to all of his family.
Peggy Gieser says
Anita, so sorry to hear about Glen. He was very loved. My prayers are with you and the rest of the family now.
Lyle and clairice carr says
We had so much pleasure dancing to Glenn’s music. He was such a talented man and miles city was lucky to have him. We feel so fortunate to have had the years with Glenn here with his music!