Glen Whitehead

Glen Whitehead Obituary (January 2, 1952 - May 4, 2020) Glen Whitehead was a man that loved his family. Born and raised in Louisville, KY he was loved deeply by family in two states Kentucky and Michigan. Glen was able to realize his true purpose in life spreading peace, love, and compassion with his family and friends. Glens' life story cannot be summed up in just a few words. Glen grew up on 2505 Date Street, where he had a strong foundation of family and friends: The Date Street Family. He was a man of many talents and a strong foundation of God, due to his mother: Mattie Mae Branch. He received Christ at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. G.P. White. In his early childhood he was a boy scout, which is where he learned to play his beloved game of chess, which he played all throughout his life. He graduated from Central High School in Louisville, KY. One of his first jobs was that of a tailor, which connects with his fondness of style. On December 1, 1970, Glen enlisted in the US Navy during the Vietnam War Era. In the Navy he worked as a Corpsmen in the medical field. He served for four years, leaving with an honorable discharge December 2, 1974. On March 20, 1975 he married Kathleen (Charles) Whitehead, whom he met in New York while in the service. In his transition to Michigan, Glen worked at the Cadillac Assembly Plant, where he drove cars off the assembly line. In his later years of life, Glen spent most of his days as a NA Sponsor at Word of Faith Christian Life Center under the leadership of his Pastor: Rev. Less Flemings. Glen's passing is proceeded by his father: Jimmie Lee Whitehead, and mother: Mattie Mae Branch. His sister: Gail Branch; and brother: Frank Branch. Grandchildren: Dwight Jr., Amir and Kennedy. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Whitehead. His son: Jimez Whitehead, and daughters: Katrina Holman, Akia (Dwight) Fields, Ashton Whitehead (Adam), and Jeannica (DeMarcus) Boysaw. Grandchildren: Edmund, Junior, Caprice, Sergeant, Autumn, Axel and Journie. He is the second oldest of six children survived by: his sisters; Joyce Mann and Leola Branch; and his brother; Carl Branch. Nieces and Nephews that he had a chance to love like children: Tony, Marcia, Shavonna, Keisha, Charles, Kenya, Mia, and Chayil. As well as a host of family that are too numerous to mention that he always took the time to love on. Glen lived a life where he enjoyed many things. Of course, he was a Great Chess Player, he even played chess at the VA hospital in Detroit, MI. He also liked to play and watch basketball. You could find him on Saturdays at the Salvation Army basketball courts in Michigan or at the courts in Kentucky. He was a U of L fan, red and black. He attended all the Family Reunions and always did his part to help. He loved to play spades and dominos as well. He was also a Kentucky Derby fan. One of his greatest accomplishments was his 20+ years of recovery. He was a community leader in his church and NA meetings. He was dedicated to going to weekly meetings. He gave his testimony at many NA meetings, as well as an NA Convention. With being a sponsor, he dedicated himself to checking in on his mentees, even counseling via phone calls in Michigan. Glen will be deeply missed throughout family and friends. He instilled in his children the value of hard work, style and his love of family. May his legacy of peace, love and compassion live on in our hearts. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the visitation on Wednesday from 1:00 pm until the time of service 3:00 pm at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak is limited to 10 people at a time.