Glenellyn S. Braun

Glenellyn "Glenie" Sweney Braun, age 85, died peacefully surrounded by family and friends on October 7, 2023. Glenie was born January 18, 1938, the youngest of three daughters, to parents Chesley Leonard and Grace Dean (Hough) Sweney. During WWII her father served in the US Navy, so she and her family lived in many different places. After the war, she moved back to St. Paul where she attended Longfellow Elementary School and St. Paul Central High School. She was a proud graduate of the Class of 1956. Attending the University of Minnesota (Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority) she earned her bachelor's degree in education. In October 1960, she married Robert Braun. She began her career in education teaching American history in California. She also lived and taught in West Virginia before returning to Minnesota to teach in the Robbinsdale District. She stayed home to raise her three daughters. Glenie worked in a small toy shop further fostering her love of collecting vintage dolls and teddy bears. In 1988 having completed her special education license she took a position as an EBD teacher in the Roseville School District. Upon retirement, she devoted her time to her grandchildren. Affectionately known as "Ghee," she was active in their daily lives playing board games, making crafts, baking, reading, and attending their youth sporting events. Glenie also enjoyed playing cards, hunting for whimsical antiques and treasures, and going on adventures with friends. The annual William Shakespeare festival in Stratford was a favorite trip for her and her sisters. As a talented seamstress, she lovingly spent time sewing clothes for her grandchildren and their American Girl dolls. She ambitiously sewed a wide range of fun projects including costumes, prom dress alterations, curtains, and Christmas stockings. Time spent sharing her sewing talent with her family brought her great joy. Glenie's faith was a central part of her life: she was an active member at Roseville Lutheran for nearly 40 years. She enjoyed services and participated in Bible studies, taught Sunday school, embroidered baptismal handkerchiefs, and served communion to homebound members. She passed her strong faith on to her children and grandchildren. Glenie will always be remembered for her one-of-a-kind dimples, humor, and most of all her unconditional love. Family was her greatest joy. She touched many lives and will be deeply missed. Glenie is survived by children, Marlaine (Jim) Maahs, Paddy (Jeff) Emerson, and Katie (Matt) Johnson; grandchildren, whom she loved immensely: Ella, Will, Max, and Kate Maahs, Brittany, Blair (Amir) Blackmon, Rachel, Annika, Nathan, and Grant Emerson, Emily and Sarah Johnson; great-grandchildren; Eliyah and Amira; sister Nadine (Phil) Korth; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Celebration of life 2-5 pm, service at 3 pm Friday, November 24, at Town and Country Club, 300 N. Mississippi River Blvd., St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. Therese at St. Odilia 3500 Vivian Ave. Shoreview, MN 55126. A special thank you to the loving staff of St. Therese at St. Odilia and Allina Hospice staff.

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Glenellyn S. Braun

January 18, 1938 - October 7, 2023

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Glenellyn S. Braun

January 18, 1938 - October 7, 2023

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