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Funeral Ceremony: 2 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Willow Branch Cemetery, Rinard
Visitation: 1-2 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home
Charlotte Cleone Glassford, age 80, of Flora, Illinois, passed away early Friday morning, December 19, 2025, at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.
She was born September 3, 1945, in Rinard, the daughter of Lyle Harvey and Vera Imogene (Shore) Henson. She was united in marriage to James Edgar Glassford on June 30, 1963, at McCabe General Baptist Church in Flora, beginning a lifelong union rooted in faith and devotion, and blessed with 62 wedding anniversaries.
Charlotte was a graduate of Flora High School. She was a devoted homemaker and later drove a bus for the Flora School District. She was a longtime member of McCabe General Baptist Church in Flora and later attended Xenia Christ United Church. Charlotte enjoyed watching hummingbirds, deer, and turkey. She took great pride in keeping an immaculate home.
The heart and soul of her family, Charlotte leaves behind a lasting legacy of love. Her husband, children, and grandchildren were the light of her life, and she will be missed beyond measure. Her strength and love are instilled in each of them and will continue to be their guiding light.
She is survived by her husband: Jim Glassford of Flora; a son: James Yancey (Lori) Glassford of Flora; a daughter: Tammy (Robb) Fisher of Rinard; 4 grandchildren: Sturling (Tara) Steele, Cody (Emily) Glassford, Trisha (Scott) Schumer, and Katy (Jeremiah) Allison; 7 great-grandchildren: Lyla Steele, Holten and Jensen Glassford, Wilkes and ScottieRae Schumer, and Camden and Cade Allison; a brother: Lyle Merton (Carol) Henson; nephews: Mark (Connie) Glassford and Lyle Henson; and a niece: Laurie Ann Henson.
She was preceded in passing by her parents: Lyle and Vera Henson; her father and mother-in-law: Gene and Eva Glassford; and her beloved dog, Peppi.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora with Preston Parish officiating. Interment will follow in Willow Branch Cemetery, Rinard. A visitation will be held from 1-2 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Clay County Cancer Crusaders, and these will be accepted through the funeral home.
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Our Heartfelt Condolences to Jim and Entire Families!! Sending Love, Prayers and Comfort during your very difficult day's ahead 🙏 ❤️ The Welty's
I am so sorry for the loss of Charlotte. Always so kind to me. Thinking and praying for you all.
She was such an amazing sweet woman! She is one of the best people I’ve ever known! So many fond memories in my life has her in them, especially my childhood! We are so sorry for your loss!
I'll always remember Charlotte for her sweet personality , & laugh. Condolences to your family.
So sorry for your loss, prayers of comfort and peace for you all! You have our deepest sympathy!
Such a kind soul..another mother with the kindest family. Glad to be neighbors.
Jim, Cody, and Lori: We are so sorry to hear that you all have lost Charlotte. She was a sweetheart of a person. We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. We are also sending hugs and love to each of you in the family.❤️
JIM AND FAMILY, SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.....
Our sincere sympathies to the Glassford family and their friends. Many a good time had with Charlotte. Hugs and prayers for peace and comfort.
Sorry for your loss sending prayers for comfort, strength and peace . Love
Charlotte and I have been friends for over 60 years. We went to church and school together. We gave our hearts to Jesus the same night and was baptized the same Sunday. Sorry for loss, prayers of comfort for Jim and all the family and friends. Blessings.
What a kind and beautiful soul. Prayers for all who love her.
So sorry for the loss of your Mother. We will be thinking of you.
My condolences to the family 🙏🤍🙏
Jim, so sorry to hear of Charlotte passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Sorry for your loss our deepest condolences
So, So sorry to hear this. My condolences to the family. Spent many days with the family years ago. What a wonderful lady. Sending prayers and hugs to all.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
My thoughts, prayers and love are with all of Charlotte's family. May your precious memories and God's peace and comfort be with you always.
Sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers for the family 🙏
Sending prayers for Jim and his family.
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Charlotte will be missed by all.
Such a great Lady and many fond memories with the Glassford family.
We are so very sorry. You’ll all be in our prayers.
Jim, Tammy, Yancey & Families, Sorry for your loss . May peace be with you .Fly high Charlotte, we have had so many good times and our families have grown up together. May God watch over them and ease their pain.
Prayers for all of you. She will be missed greatly. Treasure so many great memories. Wonderful lady.
Dear Jim, Yancey, Tammy and Family, My condolences on Charlotte's passing. My memories of her are few as distance and age kept us a part. However, I've never forgot how happy Charlotte was when visiting her with mom (Aunt Dorlene) shortly after Yancey's birth. Sadly, we did not see each other after that visit, but we did share some good stories a few years ago over the phone. My dear cousin, rest in peace. Yes, family, Charlotte lit a light for all those who she touched.
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences, and know that our thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. With love, Jo Ann (Shore) Kennedy, Sharon Shore, John Shore, and Cleone (Shore) Connelly - Children of Robert Shore.
So sorry for the loss of your Mother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sorry for your loss. Praying comfort and peace now and forever!
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