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Northwest Florida Native and IBEW Electrician Glen Duane Gilmore Passes Away at 74
Glen Duane GilmoreAug 21, 1951 – Jul 23, 2026Glen Gilmore passed away peacefully on July 23, at the age of 74, in Montana. Diane, his wife of 52 years and Brandy, his son, were by his side.Born on August 21,…
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- Munson native Glen Duane Gilmore passed away in Montana at age 74.
- Gilmore served his community as a professional electrician and member of IBEW Local 676.
- He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Diane, son Brandy, grandson Tristin, and three sisters.
Glen Duane Gilmore, a former long-time Santa Rosa County resident who grew up near Blackwater State Park in Munson, passed away peacefully on July 23 in Montana at the age of 74. His wife of 52 years, Diane, and his son, Brandy, were by his side.
Life and Legacy in Northwest Florida
According to an obituary published by Lewis Funeral Homes, Gilmore was born in Chicago, Illinois, on August 21, 1951, before growing up in the local Munson community. He spent the majority of his career working as an electrician and was a proud member of IBEW Local 676.
Known for his outgoing personality and willing hands, Gilmore was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for working with and training horses and dogs. Family members remembered him as a dependable friend who never met a stranger.
Family and Memorial Details
Gilmore is survived by his wife, Diane; son, Brandy; grandson, Tristin (Cheyenne); and sisters, Patricia Foster, Judy Hinote (David), and Diane Hardy (Richard), along with many extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Annelle (Gilmore) Swift; stepfather, Henry “Tommy” Swift; and father, J.W. Gilmore.
His ashes will remain with his family in Montana. Sympathy cards may be directed to Brandy Gilmore, 28189 Liebig Lane, Polson, Montana 59860.
This article was produced with the assistance of AI and reviewed by our editorial team.
Based on reporting originally published by Lewis Funeral Homes (Milton/Pace/Navarre). Read the original story.
