Glenvil “Shorty” Theodore Gwinn, 91, of Christiansburg, died Sunday, June 2, 2024.
He was born in Meadow Bridge, W.Va., Aug. 27, 1932, to the late Theodore and Irene Gwinn. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Elene Campbell, and brother, Leslie Gwinn. Glenvil was a member of Blountville Christian Church for 15 years. After moving to Christiansburg, he and Mildred became members of Belmont Christian Church. He taught Sunday school for 47 years. He retired from New River Industries after 45 years of service. He was also a veteran of the U.S. Army.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mildred Lou Gwinn; daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Richard Keen; grandchildren, Trevor (Kelly) Keen, Tara Keen; brother and sister-in-law, Leo and Darlene Gwinn; and several other nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Belmont Christian Church with Mr. Beaver Terry and Mr. Brandon Craig officiating. Interment followed at Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. The family will received friends prior to the service at the church. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Belmont Christian Church.
