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Glen Frederick Cyphers was born on Jan. 22, 1939, in The Dalles, Ore., to Frederick and Reba Cyphers. He passed away on May 28, 2024, in Abilene, Texas.
Glen spent three years in the United States Navy and after, worked nine and a half years at Harvey Aluminum Plant in The Dalles. Glen worked 23 years with the Oregon State Police, where he spent three years in Tillamook, Ore., after being promoted to Lieutenant. He was then transferred to The Dalles, where he was the station commander up until his retirement.
Glen enjoyed visiting Casa Grande, Ariz., in the winter after his retirement in 1992. He also enjoyed playing golf, playing the guitar, singing and riding motorcycles. Glen was a faithful member of Ocean Breeze Baptist Church in Tillamook.
Glen is survived by his wife Carolyn Cyphers of Tillamook; his daughters Jodi (William) Porter of Tillamook, Laura (Gregory) Fisk of Tygh Valley, Ore., Deborah Bailey of Tygh Valley and Glenda (John) Windsor of The Dalles; and their families.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the building maintenance fund at Ocean Breeze Baptist Church.
Services held June 14 at Ocean Breeze Baptist Church at 11 a.m. in Tillamook.
I knew Glen when he was working in The Dalles through my Les Thouvenel who was station commander. Glen was a great trooper and a great guy. I am sure as a Christian his spirit is rejoicing and enjoying the Lord. God bless his wife and daughters. David and Judy Thouvenel, Neskowin
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Carolyn and girls,
I haven't seen you guys since you left The Dalles, but have thought of you often. I am sorry for your loss, be known that you are in my prayers.
Roger Nelson
I knew Glen when he was working in The Dalles through my Les Thouvenel who was station commander. Glen was a great trooper and a great guy. I am sure as a Christian his spirit is rejoicing and enjoying the Lord. God bless his wife and daughters. David and Judy Thouvenel, Neskowin
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