Harold L. Glidden

Harold Leroy Glidden, born in Indianapolis on December 14, 1926, passed away in Carmel on May 21, 2019, at the age of 92. Beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather of twelve, Harold began life on a farm in the Greenwood area with his two older sisters. Their father left the family when he was around seven years old. From then on Harold voluntarily took on the role of "man of the family" working at whatever jobs he could find to help support his family. He first worked on an ice truck delivering ice and also delivered newspapers. Later he helped deliver milk and learned to drive the milk truck in addition to delivering newspapers. When he was old enough he worked stocking grocery shelves and bagging groceries. Harold enlisted in the United States Army the month after graduating from high school in 1945. After separating from the Army he later met and married Joanne Fox Ferguson who 66 years later preceded him in death on January 11, 2015. Harold entered the banking industry as a bookkeeper at Indiana National Bank in 1948. He attended Indiana University and advanced in his position with the bank. In 1969 he became employed by Merchants National Bank as a tru...[more]

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officer. Harold was also involved with the downtown Lions Club and eventually served as president. He was also a member of the American Legion for 45 years and eventually served as commander of his post for several years. Harold's faith in God was a very important part of his life. As a child he attended Olive Branch Christian Church and was baptized there. As an adult, he and the family were members of Southport Baptist Church where Harold served as the church treasurer for several years. Harold retired as a vice president and trust officer of Merchants National Bank in 1989 after working 41 years in the banking industry. Away from work, Harold enjoyed watching the Colts football, gardening, hunting, fishing, traveling to Florida and Hawaii, and spending time with family. Surviving are his two daughters Cindy VanHorn (Larry) and Barbara Read (Scott) both of Noblesville. Also surviving are five grandchildren: Aaron Read (Heather) of Fishers, Jayme VanHorn Boruff (Jason) of McCordsville, Gerry VanHorn (Amy) of West Lafayette, Brad Read (Jena) of Delphi, and Tim Read (Jessie) of Fishers and twelve great-grandchildren. A private funeral service for family members is planned for May 25 with interment in Crown Hill Cemetery.