Warren Glenn (PaPa) Cantrell, age 79, of Springfield, MO, departed Monday, April 12, 2010, at home. He was born November 20, 1930, in Seymour, MO, to John Henry and Pearl (Bennett) Cantrell. He was a Korean War Army veteran. Glenn worked for Hawkins Feed Mill until retirement. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan, he enjoyed gardening, playing horseshoes, telling jokes, Glenn loved his family especially his great grandchildren.
His parents John Henry and Pearl Cantrell, numerous brothers and sisters preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife Jean Cantrell of Springfield, two daughters Janet Rippee of Springfield and Marsha Swatosh and husband Scott of Springfield, five grandchildren and spouses and nine great grandchildren .
Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2010, in Greenlawn Funeral Home North with Rev. Jim Hawkins officiating. Burial will follow in Missouri Veterans Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 15, 2010, 6-8 p.m. in the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.