Glenn Allen McMinn, 53 of Banquete, Texas passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Born on December 11, 1972 in Kingsville, Texas but raised in Oklahoma to James and Audrey McMinn, Glenn grew up with a strong work ethic and a deep love for hospitality and sports. After graduating from King High School he started his career as an over the road truck driver traveling from State to State and loved finding the best places in each state to have a thick juicy steak or mouth watering BBQ.
In 2001 Glenn met his beloved wife Mary Ellen on a fixed date by his now sister-in-law Jessyka, they were married 22 wonderful years building a home full of love. Glenn was a devoted father to his son, Glenn Jr. and took immense joy in being a wonderful provider and loving father to him.
Outside of work and family Glenn was known for his love for grilling and sports, where he cheered on his beloved Oklahoma Sooners and his Dallas Cowboys, he was famous amongst family and friends for always grilling an abundance of BBQ for everybody and anybody that would stop by to visit. He especially loved his BBQ weenies slathered in BBQ sauce and baking his mothers famous carrot cake recipe.
Glenn was survived by his wife, Mary Ellen McMinn, his son Glenn A. McMinn Jr and his brother James (Elvia) McMinn
Glenn was preceded in death by his parents James and Audrey McMinn and Grandparents.
Glenn's favorite quote was "Boomers Sooners"
A special thanks to Windsor Morgan Nursing Home second floor staff, especially to Victoria Ximenez & Jessica Sanchez, Spohn Shoreline Hospital, Banquete Baptist Church, family and friends.
A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday August 29, 2026 from 5PM to 9PM followed by a dinner at Banquete Baptist Church, 5609 HWY. 44

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