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Volunteer Spotlight ~ Glen King Glen King grew up on a farm west of Monticello in Castle Grove Township with three brothers and one sister. He attended country school until the 8th grade and then attended Monticello High School, graduating in 1951. After graduation, Glen did farm work for a few years until Uncle Sam drafted him into the United States Army in 1956. He completed basic training in Springfield, Missouri and was then sent to Germany for two years. While in Germany, Glen drove the heavy artillery trucks and specialized in truck maintenance. Upon completing his time with the service, Glen returned to Jones County and started working on area farms. Glen was set up on a blind date with a gal from Williamsburg, and it was love at first site. Glen asked Shirley to be his wife and they were married in 1960. Glen started working at the Chevy/Olds Garage in Monticello and in 1963 he and Shirley moved to town. Along came children, two daughters to be exact. In 1979 Glen started working for Cuckler's in Monticello as a machinist in the tool and die department. Twenty-two years later, Glen retired in 2001. Glen has been an active member of the Monticello First Presbyterian Church serving as an Elder, Deacon, and member of the Buildings and Ground Committee. Through church, Glen first heard of Camp Wyoming when his daughter, Christine, wanted to attend summer camp. Glen became reacquainted with Camp Wyoming in 1999 when he responded to an announcement in the church bulletin. Camp Wyoming was looking for volunteers to help construct two tree-houses. Glen loaded up his tools, drove to the Camp and we’ve enjoyed his smiling face ever since. Throughout the years, Glen has helped us with many projects such as the Owl’s Nest refurbishment, remodeling of the lodge bathrooms, and replacing doors and windows at the Tree Unit cabins. When at home in Monticello, Glen enjoys putzing around with wood work, church maintenance projects, and completing tasks on his “honey do” list. Glen also helps out with delivery of meals through the Senior Dining program in Monticello. One of Glen and Shirley’s favorite things to do is follow their grandchildren through school activities. Most recently, one of their granddaughters performed in San Diego, California during the Holiday Bowl half-time dance show. The King’s have three grandchildren, two living in Springville and one in Missouri. Glen & Shirley keep in close cahoots with their family in Missouri via email…that is when Glen can keep his computer running. Glen and Shirley also enjoy retirement by pulling their camper to various hideouts throughout Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin. One of their favorite hang-outs is the Old Thresher’s Reunion in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. The King’s meet up with members of their Camper Club and enjoy each others company. Glen enjoys seeing the Monticello Presbyterian youth active in Camp Wyoming programs. Each summer the church financially sponsors as many children as possible who want to experience camp life. It’s because the church is made up of many individuals such as Glen King, who enable the ministry to continue. ~ Thank you Glen for spending your time as a Camp Wyoming Volunteer ~
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