Obituary: Glen R. Picard, 45, Member of the Social Club at Creative Living

Obituary from Conte Funeral Home.

Glen R. Picard, 45, of Andover died Monday at Holy Family Hospital after a brief illness.
Glen was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts on February 23, 1969, the son of Richard and Elizabeth (Farrah) Picard of Andover.

Along with his parents, Glen’s survivors include his uncle, Ernest Dole of Tucson, Arizona, his four aunts, Irene Farrah, Jane Nader and Helen Abdo, all of Lawrence, and Joanne Fournier of North Andover, as well as many cousins who loved him and held a special place in his heart. He was predeceased by his aunt Marian Petzy of Lawrence. There is nothing Glen loved more than his family. He was the sunshine of our lives and gave a very special gift to all of us- unconditional love.

Glen’s genuine love of life was evident to all that had the pleasure of meeting and knowing him. He had the ability to bring a smile to anyone’s face, and his excitement and enthusiasm were contagious. Whether it was a wave, a ‘thumbs up,” a hug, a kiss or a sign, his message of love and happiness was always felt.

Glen’s life was filled with many different activities that he enjoyed, which exemplified his positive attitude and enjoyment of life. He started horseback riding at a young age with Iron Stone Farm’s Challenge Unlimited Program where he participated in various events. Although he received awards at shows, his biggest thrill was the opportunity to wave to the crowd. He enjoyed bowling and swimming with his housemates. In the summer he loved spending time at “Pat’s Place” at Salisbury Beach with his family and was always the life of the party at his family’s annual Fourth of July pool parties. Another special event in his life was the Special Field Games sponsored by the Service Club of Andover.

Glen was a member of the social club at Creative Living where he attended monthly dinner dance parties and holiday events. One of the special joys of his life was attending the Special Needs Mass at Merrimack College each month, officiated by Father Jim Wenzel and organized by Lucille Giannone.

We want to extend a warm thank you to the staff at his group home for their love, care and attention over the years.

Family and friends will honor and celebrate Glen’s life by gathering for calling hours on Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Conte Funeral Home, located at 17 Third Street, North Andover.

A Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at 10 a.m. at Christ the Teacher Church at Merrimack College. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

The family has requested, in Glen’s honor, memorial contributions be made to: Creative Living P.O. BOX 3177, Andover, MA 01810 or to Challenge Unlimited, 450 Lowell St., Andover, MA 01810 or by visiting ironstonefarm.org, or to American Training, c/o Rose Cleveland, 6 Campanelli Dr., Andover, MA 01810.