Dr. Glenn W. Stitsinger Jr.

Dr. Glenn W. Stitsinger, Jr., age 85, died on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Hamilton, Ohio. Glenn was born on November 11,1940, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Glenn W. and Dorothy (Schirmer) Stitsinger. He graduated in 1958 from Hamilton High School. He then attended The Ohio State University, where he received a B.S. in Anatomy in 1961, and a DDS in 1966. At Ohio State, Glenn was active in Delta Tau Delta fraternity, serving two years as treasurer. He built lifelong friendships through the fraternity, some lasting 65 years. After graduation from the Ohio State University Dental School, Glenn enlisted in the United States Army, initially assigned to Fort Campbell, KY. After one year, he was transferred to South Vietnam, and the 25th Infantry Division where he served in a medical mash unit. During his Vietnam Tour, he served as an officer and achieved a rank of Captain. Also, during his Tour, Captain Stitsinger was awarded the Bronze Star for meritorious service. He served in the Army Reserves until 1972 when he was honorably discharged. After he returned from Vietnam, Glenn opened his own dental practice, proudly serving thousands of patients in Hamilton for thirty-five years. In 1969, Glenn married the love of his life, Joelle Munson, a career educator for the Hamilton City Schools. They were married for 50 years and built a wonderful life together. In addition to running his dental practice, community service was important to Glenn. He served as President of multiple local volunteer organizations, including the Hamilton Jaycees, Butler County Dental Society, TvHAMILTON Board, as well as life memberships in the American Dental Society and the Ohio Dental Association. Elected to Fort Hamilton’s Hospital Board in 1980, Glenn served nine years, four years on the executive committee. During this time several expansions of the hospital took place and Berkeley Square was planned. Glenn also served on the boards of Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Hamilton Recreation Commission, Senior Citizens, Westover and Colonial Retirement Communities, Partners in Prime, United Way, American Cancer Society, and Mercy Hospital Advisory Board. Glenn was a 50-year member of the Hamilton Rotary Club, including service as past President and Scholarship Chair for 25 years. He was also a long time member of Grace United Methodist Church, and First United Methodist Church, both in Hamilton. Glenn’s lifelong passion for the Hamilton City Schools manifested itself during a 32-year run on the Hamilton City School Board. Glenn strove to ensure quality educational opportunities for Hamilton families, supported teachers, and was a strong supporter of both academics and the arts. During his time on the Board, Glenn served nine times as President. He helped keep the district sound financially and helped pass the only two operating levies for Hamilton City Schools since 1969. Glenn was instrumental in securing the funding to build ten new schools in Hamilton, both on time and under budget. In addition to his volunteer service, Glenn was passionate about many hobbies including Ohio State Football, the Reds, Bengals, and politics. Glenn enjoyed playing bridge with a core group of friends, and traveling with his wife, children and grandchildren. Nothing was more important or precious to Glenn than his family, especially his two grandsons. A loving husband, father, and Papa, Glenn is survived by his son Matthew (Holly) Stitsinger; grandson Hayes Matthew Stitsinger; daughter Emily Elizabeth (Greg) Husketh; grandson Jack Henry Husketh. Glenn was preceded in death by his father, Glenn W. Stitsinger, his mother, Dorothy (Schirmer) Stitsinger, his brother, David L. Stitsinger, and his wife, Joelle Munson Stitsinger. The family would like to thank Dr. Kenneth Wehr for his guidance and support during Glenn’s recent illness. A visitation will be held Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 2:00-5:00pm at the Weigel Funeral Home, 980 NW Washington Boulevard, Hamilton, Ohio. The funeral will be held on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 10:00am at Weigel Funeral Home, officiated by Pastor Mark Finfrock. Burial will follow the funeral service at Greenwood Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Glenn and Joelle Stitsinger Family Scholarship through the Hamilton Community Foundation, 319 North Third Street, Hamilton, Ohio 45011.

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Dr. Glenn W. Stitsinger Jr.

November 11, 1940 - April 22, 2026