Glenn Olree

Glenn Olree of Searcy, AR passed away on November 18, 2025 at the age of 98. He was a loving husband and father, and a devoted follower of Christ. He served as an elder of the Quince Road Church of Christ in Memphis for many years. He was a well-known song leader, a Bible class teacher, and an occasional preacher; he was also in charge of the Sunday school classes, the mission program, the personal work program, church finances, and building and grounds. He was born to Harry and Gladys (Smith) Olree on May 2, 1927 in Braggadocio, MO. The oldest of 4 boys, he grew up on a farm. After serving in the Navy at the end of WW2, he attended Harding College (now University), graduating in 1950. He attended his 75th college reunion last month. He later received a Master’s degree from Memphis State University. After 2 years teaching in eastern Kentucky and 4 years working in the printing business, he spent the majority of his career as computer operations manager for Buckeye Cellulose in Memphis, TN (a subsidiary of Procter and Gamble). He moved from Memphis to Searcy in 2003. He enjoyed sports all his life. He played softball until age 60, fished until his mid-70’s, and played golf until age 92, shooting under his age several times. After moving to Searcy, he attended nearly all the sports events at both Harding University and Harding Academy. He was the number one fan of the HU women’s basketball and volleyball teams. He loved people and was always ready for a party or event. He had a joke for every occasion. He also researched his Olree ancestry back to 1575. He was preceded in death by his wife of 44 years, Nell Olree, his parents, and his brothers Harry Olree, Charles Olree, and Joe Olree. He is survived by his children, Tim (Patty) Olree of Allen, TX, Michelle/Missy (Craig) Hayes of Albuquerque, NM, and Andy (Kelley) Olree of Montgomery, AL; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren, all who knew him affectionately as Dad-O; his special friend Doris; and many dear nieces and nephews. Services will be at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at College Church of Christ in Searcy, AR. Visitation will follow the funeral. A graveside service will be Friday November 28, 2025 at 1:30 pm at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 N. Germantown Rd, Memphis, TN. The family would like to invite all family and friends in the Arkansas and Memphis area to join them at Germantown Church of Christ following the Graveside Service on Friday, November 28, 2025. The funeral will be live streamed and available on the College Church of Christ Searcy Facebook page for anyone unable to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the College Church of Christ, where he was dedicated to the Caring and Sharing ministry, or to Harding University. Arrangements are entrusted with Powell Funeral Home of Searcy.

Glenn Olree

May 2, 1927 - November 18, 2025