Mr. Glenn N. Faile (age 94) passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 18, 2026 surrounded by his family at his home in Rock Hill, SC. The memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 2 PM at the Greene Funeral Home Chapel Northwest Chapel, 2133 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC, 29732. No graveside service or home visitation will be held afterwards.
Mr. Faile was born on April 10, 1932, in Lancaster County, SC, the son of Milburn W. Faile and Lois Neal Faile. He retired as a Master Sergent (E-8) after serving 11 years in the US Army). Prior to the he Army he served 11 years in the US Airforce. Sergent Faile served two tours during The Vietnam War and was awarded many medals including The Bronze Star, the Vietnam Galantry Cross and several commendations. After retirement from the military, Mr. Faile became a successful entrepreneur by owning and operating several commercial businesses in the Rock Hill area including convenience stores, restaurants, laundromats and car washes. In addition, he managed and leased several residential properties in Rock Hill. Mr. Faile served as a trustee for the American Legion of Rock Hill and was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.
He is survived by his wife, Patsy Finley Faile; a son, Gary A. Faile; and two daughters, Sherry F. Whitesides (Harry), and Terry F. Brettschneider (Joe). He is also survived by his six grandchildren; Patrick Brettschneider, Anna Brettschneider Albury, Brandon and Jacob Faile; Hanna and Garrett Whitesides; and one great grandchild, William Brettschneider. Mr. Faile leaves behind one brother, Donald Faile (Myrtle Lee), and a sister Sybil F. Black as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Michael G. Faile; his parents, Milburn and Lois Faile; two sisters, Malvina F. Murray, and Joyce F. Wilkerson; and three brothers, Melvin W. Faile, Hazel B. Faile, and Carol Faile.
In lieu of Flowers, memorial donations may be made to The National Kidney Foundation in Mr. Faile’s honor.