Randolph W. Glascoe

Randolph William Glascoe was born on New Year’s Day, January 1, 1932, in Chester, Pennsylvania to the late Drucilla Smith Glascoe and Lester Barry Glascoe. Rainey as he was so affectionately known as attended public schools in the Chester Upland School District, Chester, PA. Randolph later received training and was skilled in the automotive field as well as the manufacturing industry. Randolph was an ISO press operator and worked in textiles manufacturing. His employment included EA Gallagher and Sons, as well as Swarthmore Cleaners, where he worked while simultaneously working as a Foreman at General Motors for over 25 years from which he retired. Randolph served his country admirably as a member of the US Army during the Korean War and ended his tour of duty with an honorable discharge. He married his bride Clara Mae Sexton of Greenville, South Carolina. on November 23, 1953. 65 Years Ago on this Day. They have seven children. Two of whom preceded him in death. He has a vast history of service, dedication, and stewardship in both his community and his church. His community associations include the Community Brotherhood Association and Goodwill Services. He held positions as youth mentor, an interventionist, peace maker, armor bearer, and was regarded as the “Coolest Dude on the Planet” by those who were Blessed to be in his midst either through mentorship or hanging around with his family in the neighborhood. His home was considered the neighbor hub where the neighborhood children felt comfortable visiting on a regular basis. Mr. Rainey and his family made everyone feel like a welcomed addition to their family. Randolph joined the family church at a very young age and was a member under the Pastorship of the late Reverend D. W. White of Temple Baptist Church. He remained a member for over 70 years. Randolph worked tirelessly alongside Reverend Jeremiah W. and Ruby T. Witherspoon (recently deceased) for years and was elected Chairman of The Deacon Board many times over. He was active in church until his health prevented him from doing so. He relocated to Murrieta, CA to reside with his daughter and be to closer to his California Family. He was a member and Honorary Deacon of The View Church of Menifee, CA under the tutelage of Lead Pastor: Pastor Gregory Perkins. Mr. Rainey loved the Lord, His Church, His Family and reading his Bible daily. He considered it a calling to serve as a trustee and deacon at his Home Church. Deacon Glascoe was a faithful member of the Maryland and Virginia Club, Male Chorus, and Brotherhood Association for as long as his health would allow. He was an avid Sports fan and remained a Die-Hard Philadelphia Eagles and Sixers Fan. Additionally, Randolph assisted with the family business, Glascoe “Royal” Caterers, “Food Fit For Royalty”was their mantra. He worked tirelessly alongside his wife Clara and family until his relocation to California. Randolph received numerous honors and awards for his civic and Christian service. He enjoyed working on cars as an auto mechanic with his childhood friend Mr. Pettyjohn who preceded him in death and he once had a Car Detail Business. He enjoyed cleaning his car up to the time he was Hospitalized and did so while holding on to his walker or cane. Mr. Rainey relished his time working with the youth, and always had a word of encouragement and inspiration to share with them. Randolph has a heart for Service and made it his personal mission to Visit Seniors and those sick and shut in with his Bible in tote. He was a family oriented man who was always there for his family and friends and would drop whatever he was doing to help them if called upon. Many described Deacon Randolph Glascoe as honest, well-respected, firm if necessary, but fair. He was an inspiration to others, A Man of God and wisdom, and a Mighty Man of Valor who had a joyful heart and great sense of humor. He was predeceased by his siblings Audrey Millner, Robert Glascoe, Viola Martin, Theodore Alphonso Glascoe, Wilton Campbell, Lester Odell Glascoe Jr., and his sons Randolph Doss and Alphonzo Glascoe. He leaves to cherish his loving memory: his devoted wife of 65 years, Clara Mae Sexton Glascoe; sons Clifton “Quintin” Doss (Gretta) of Chester PA, Lee Odell Glascoe (Deborah) of Springhill, Florida and Reggie T Glascoe, of Murrieta, CA daughters: Sebrina A. Glascoe of Murrieta, CA and Michelle Glascoe Skinner (Benjamen) of San Ramon, CA. siblings: Novella Carrie Pittman of Chester, PA and Adelaide “Kitty” Glover (Tony) of Sharon Hill, PA and over 50 grand, great-grand and great-great grandchildren, one Uncle Henry Brown (Helen) of Colonial Beach VA; A host of beloved Nieces and Great Nieces, Nephews and great Nephews, Cousins, and friends near and far. Randolph departed this earth on November 4, 2019 after succumbing to a lengthy illness with his oldest daughter Sebrina by his side who concluded that “Daddy left this Earth as peacefully and as Honorably as he lived it.” His Family was with him throughout the entire journey. The Family never left him alone for any length of time and shared their time visiting him daily at Murrieta Health and Rehab Facility in Murrieta, CA until he transitioned.

Randolph W. Glascoe

January 1, 1932 - November 4, 2019