William F. Glacken

William F. Glacken, of Troutman, NC, formerly of Winchester, MA, passed away on December 23, 2023, at the age of 62 surrounded by his family after a long battle with hemochromatosis and cardiac related illness.

Bill was born in Belmont, MA, to the late William H. Glacken and Suzanne Glacken (Ford). Bill graduated high school as the first graduating class of Minuteman Vocational High School in 1980. Upon his completion of High School Bill enlisted and served his country in the United States Navy, where he earned multiple decorations, including the Navy Expeditionary Medal.  Throughout his life, Bill maintained close ties to his military service in leadership roles in V.F.W. Posts both in Massachusetts and North Carolina.  He served in multiple capacities throughout the years including Commander.  In his free time, Bill enjoyed fishing, playing pool and darts (both locally and competitively), as well as spending quality time with his family and dog, and driving around in his prized vintage Ford Truck with his Dunkin Donuts coffee.

Bill is predeceased by his father, William H Glacken. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 38 years, Susan Glacken of Troutman, NC, his three daughters, Tammie Baum and her Husband Ricky Baum of Upton MA, Rachael Baum of Framingham MA, and Brittany Glacken of Huntersville NC, as well as his two grandchildren Aidan and Cameron Baum.  Bill also leaves behind his Mother Suzanne Glacken of Milford MA, His two sisters Cynthia Paulsen of Port St. Lucie, FL and Jessica McPhail and her Husband Ronald McPhail of Milford MA and his Brother Derek Glacken of Norfolk MA as well as many beloved nieces and nephews and in-laws including Diana Mood of Mooresville NC.  Further, Bill leaves behind so many friends old and new.

Visiting Hours will be held on Sunday, January 7, 2024 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm prior to a Memorial Service from 3:00pm to 4:00pm at Lane Funeral Home, 760 Main Street, Winchester MA.

The V.F.W in Statesville NC will be honoring Bill on January 2, 2024 at 12:00pm at 139 Jordan Lane, Statesville, NC. (weather permitting)

In lieu of flowers please send donations in Bill’s name to the Hemochromatosis Foundation or your local V.F.W Post.