Robert "Glenn" Heady Sr.

Robert "Glenn" Heady Sr., 75, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, with his beloved wife, Christine, and daughter, Amber, by his side.

Born on October 4, 1950, in the mountains of Tennessee to Carlin and Modester Heady, Glenn lived a life defined by service, adventure, hard work, and loyalty to family and friends. His journey took him from the hills of Tennessee to two tours of duty in Vietnam with the United States Army, across much of the country as a long-haul truck driver, and ultimately to Texas, where he spent more than half of his life building a legacy of service and friendship.

A talented mechanic and racer, Glenn spent many years building and driving race cars, operating his own mechanic shop, and sharing his passion for automobiles with everyone around him. He was also deeply devoted to supporting fellow veterans, dedicating more than 25 years to VFW Post 9190. During that time, he served as Post Commander, District Commander, and in numerous other leadership roles, always working tirelessly on behalf of veterans and their families.

Glenn never met a hobby he couldn't throw himself into. He was an avid bass fisherman, enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, competing in nine-ball pool tournaments, bowling with a memorable left hook, and participating in barbecue smoking competitions. Friends and family also knew him for his "almost famous" pot of pinto beans, which was always made with equal parts skill and stubbornness.

Glenn's love of automobiles extended far beyond the racetrack. He especially enjoyed classic muscle cars and spent countless hours restoring and rebuilding them. Among his favorites was his meticulously restored 1967 Pontiac GTO, affectionately known as "The Goat." Over the years, he owned and worked on countless Mustangs, Novas, pickups, and other classic vehicles.

While Glenn wore many hats throughout his life—soldier, truck driver, mechanic, racer, and veteran—his favorite role was being a father. He was immensely proud of his children and never missed an opportunity to brag about them. He especially loved sharing stories about his daughter Amber's musical talents and singing, and he followed his son Billy Glenn's accomplishments as a football coach with pride and enthusiasm. Their successes brought him great joy, and he couldn't wait to share their joy with those around him.

A cancer survivor, Glenn faced life's challenges with determination, independence, and grit. He had a special place in his heart for his dogs: Willow, a rescued Australian Cattle Dog; Harley, another rescue named after his motorcycle; Hashbrown, a sweet dachshund; and Sundance, his beloved big red Chow Dog.

He is survived by his loving wife, Christine Heady; his daughter, Amber; his sons, Billy Glenn Heady and wife Jennifer, and Christopher Heady; along with many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as many other family members.

A memorial service honoring Glenn's life will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 941 Bedford Euless Road, Hurst, Texas 76053. A gathering of family and friends will follow the service at the church.

Glenn will be laid to rest with military honors at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to VFW Post 9190 or to Wreaths Across America. 

Glenn will be remembered for his unwavering loyalty, quick wit, generous heart, and dedication to his family, friends, fellow veterans, and the many lives he touched throughout his journey. His stories, laughter, and larger-than-life presence will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.