James "Jim" F. Glover

James F. Glover got his wings and went to walk with the Angels on May 22, 2024, after a long life well-lived and well-traveled. Affectionately known as “Jim” he was the son of AR and Lucille and raised by his stepmother Anita. Besides Korea and Vietnam Master Sergeant Glover served on Okinawa, Japan (twice), Louisiana, North Carolina, California, Virginia (twice), New York City and Baltimore. Wearing a Navy Achievement Medal awarded in Vietnam, a Purple Heart Medal from Korea and having received nine other military citations, Marine Master Sergeant James F. Glover retired following 20 years of service. He received his retirement papers at a parade in his Honor at Fleet Marine Force, Atlantic, Norfolk, VA in December 1968. After retiring from the Marines, he continued serving the public and worked for Maryland Public Television for 17 years followed by 5 years working for Governor Schaefer sphere heading land acquisitions. He is survived by his best friend and beloved wife, Ella, his sister Gloria Jean Fortin (Ron) of Georgia, his daughters Melinda Beaudry (Jim) of Virginia, June Swem (Tom) of Florida, Joyce Fannon (Vince) of Florida, Joan Hofmeister of Florida and his son Mark Hofmeister (Kim) of Maryland. Jim was the caring grandfather to James, Adam, Shauna, Melissa, Melanie, Ryan, Meagan, MJ, and great-grandfather to Taylor, Evan, Dillon, Parker, Ilias, Paislee, Parker, Paxton, Palmer, Silas and Julian. He loved to be surrounded by loved ones and cherished friends but his greatest joy was spending time with his beautiful Ella. He enjoyed playing golf, traveling and volunteering. To have him in our lives was truly special and a blessing. He will always be cherished, remain forever in our hearts and never be forgotten. Jim will be sadly missed, and we invite all who knew him to join us in remembering a truly remarkable and accomplished man. A Memorial Service for Jim will be Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Beyers Funeral Home and Crematory located at 1123 W Main Street, Leesburg, FL 34748 and followed by a Military Committal Service at 2:00 p.m. at the Florida National Cemetery located at 6502 S.W. 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, FL 33513. A Celebration of Life will be held following the services at Highland Lakes Clubhouse located at 5500 Clubhouse Drive, Leesburg, FL 34748. In lieu of flowers for those moved to honor Jim, please consider donating to the Frank and Helen DeScipio Hospice House, 2445 Lane Park, Tavares, FL 32778. Feel free to reach out should you have any questions or require additional information. Arrangements entrusted to Beyers Funeral Home of Leesburg, Florida.

James "Jim" F. Glover

June 29, 1931 - May 22, 2024