LORD, GLENDON ARTHUR Glendon Arthur LORD - 66, passed away at his home, March 23rd, 2008. His passing followed a courageous battle with cancer. Known affectionately as "Glennie", he was surrounded by loving family until his very last moments of life. Glennie was born to Charles and Olive LORD in 1941; he grew up in the rural village of Tracy, NB. In 1961, following high-school graduation, he joined the Royal Canadian Navy and was first posted to Halifax, NS. Glennie progressed quickly through his career and on March 23rd, 1979, was promoted to the rank of Chief Petty Officer First Class. In 1978 - 79, he was selected to serve as Chief Yeoman to the Commodore's Staff during Canadian command of the Standing Naval Force Atlantic (STANAVFORLANT). STANAVFORLANT is a permanent multinational naval squadron composed of destroyers, cruisers and frigates from the navies of various NATO nations. Glennie was justifiably proud of this accomplishment and considered it to be the highlight of his naval career. In 1981, Glennie retired from naval service and returned home to NB. For the next 27 years, he was Owner-Operator of Kirkpatrick's Mercantile, located in Hoyt, NB. Glennie thoroughly enjoyed working as a hardware store owner and often spoke of his love for the community he served. His kind, quiet and gentleman-like approach truly complimented the business he worked at so very diligently. Additionally, Glennie served as the Cox'n at HMCS Brunswicker, was a Member of the Royal Canadian Legion (Branch # 55) and a Life-Member of the Chief's and PO's Mess of HMCS Brunswicker. Glennie is survived by his wonderful wife of 45 years, Gweneth (Kirkpatrick) LORD. During her husband's difficult journey, she cared for him and never faltered. Gweneth's selfless and loving devotion to Glennie remains an inspiration to her family. Glennie is also survived by his three sons, Mark LORD (Tammy) of Nasonworth, Keenan LORD (Lisa) of Prince William, Keith LORD of Prague, Czech Republic; three sisters, Delphine MacLEAN (Blake) of Harvey, Sheila YOUNG (Dave) of Nackawic, Patricia THOMASON (Basil) of Tracy; two brothers, Roland LORD (Joann) of Fredericton, Bernard LORD (Lesley) of Saint John; five grandchildren, Brandon, Nathaniel, Emma, Benjamin, Kaitlyn; several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by parents, Olive (THOMAS) and Charles LORD; two brothers, Ronald and Rodney. Relatives and friends are invited to Sunbury Funeral Home, 5407 Rte. 101, Central Blissville, NB for visitation on Thursday, March 27th, 2008 (2pm to 4pm and 7pm to 9pm). There will be a Legion Tribute at the funeral home at 7 pm. Funeral service will be held at the Tracy United Baptist Church, 42 Willow Ave., Tracy, NB on Friday, March 28th at 2 PM with the Rev. James HARRISON and Rev. Kevin CULBERSON officiating. Internment to follow at the Tracy Baptist Cemetery at a later date. You may express your sympathy by making a donation to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are in the care of Sunbury Funeral Home, Central Blissville, NB (368-2413). www.internetobits.com - Condolences sunfun99@live.ca