Phillip Joseph Glassman
February 10, 1953-October 26, 2024
Phillip Joseph Glassman, beloved husband, father, and Papa, passed away at home on Oct 26, 2024 after a hard-fought battle with lung cancer. He was 71 years old. Phil was preceded in death by his parents, Phil and Marguerite Glassman. He is survived by his wife, Jerrie Glassman; children, Jacqueline Glassman, Jessica (Chad) Bloodworth, John Glassman, Mya Glassman, and Elana Glassman; grandchildren, Titan, Helix, and Moses Glassman; Emerson, Everett, and Oliver Bloodworth. He is also survived by his siblings, Mark (Debbie) Glassman, Mike Glassman, and Maggie (Fred) Marino; numerous nieces and nephews who he loved as his own, and a large extended family including his dear friends from childhood, from Gamco, and many others over the years.
Phil was born on February 10, 1953, in Omaha, NE as the eldest of four children. He grew up in Omaha and Council Bluffs attending St. Richard’s, Omaha Central, and Lewis Central. After graduation in 1971, he attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and studied psychology. He left school for a job in printing that took him to California. Upon his return to Omaha, he founded International Gamco in 1983 with several of his friends, forging lifelong relationships with his partners, employees, and their families.
He owned and operated Gamco for 35 years. It was his ultimate pride. Throughout that time, he played a number of other roles: guitarist, band member, softball coach, car enthusiast, devout Catholic, philanthropist, pool boy, and elite grounds keeper. But most importantly, he was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, friend, husband, and father. His most cherished role was “Papa” to his grandchildren.
Phil lived his life in a selfless way and his generosity knew no bounds. Before thinking of himself, he was always thinking of others. He worked tirelessly to provide a life full of opportunities, discipline, and love for his family. Further, he brought a determination and caliber to life that was unmatched by most – “if something’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right.”
In his final years, Phil brought a passionate and well calculated fight to his cancer diagnosis. Had he submitted the research and analysis he performed over these past several years related to his cancer and treatment, he would’ve been awarded a Ph.D.; all with the goal to extend the time with those he loved. He beat the odds in so many ways, and we are forever grateful for the time, memories, and love we got to experience because of it.
Help us to celebrate Phil’s life by making donations to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation whose advancements in cancer treatment allowed us more time with our beloved husband and father.
VIGIL SERVICE: Friday, November 1, 2024, at 6:00PM, West Center Chapel, 7805 West Center Road, Omaha with VISITATION from 4:00-6:00PM
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 10:00AM at St. James Catholic Church, 4710 N. 90th St., Omaha.
INTERMENT: Forest Lawn Cemetery
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Dearest Jerrie, John, Jackie, Jess, Mya and Elana, May our great God give you strength and comfort as you process the loss of this wonderful man, husband, father, uncle, grandfather and friend to so many. Phil has left an indelible mark on my heart, giving me encouragement until the very end. Though I am saddened to tears, I cherish having known him, trusting Jesus will awaken him to his heavenly home, where we will be together again. I can hear him now saying, “keep the faith.”
Jerrie, John, Jackie, Jess, Mya and Elana
My deepest sympathies to you all Phil was a wonderful man to be around he always kept me
in my place he always had a smile whenever we would see him he was a great leader to us all
I will miss him deeply. We had lunch with Phil and Jerrie at the cabin it was awesome meeting her
We had planned to meet again for lunch but never happened as his health just wouldn’t let him
He is with GOD now no longer in pain he will always have a place in my heart and I loved him so
Thanks Phil for being there when we just needed a shoulder to cry on R.I.P.
Sincerely
Sue Ross
My condolences to your family for you’re loss .RIP Phil Glassman.
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My deepest sympathy to you and your family
Jerrie, we are so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family. Please let us know if you need anything.
Jerrie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences are with you.
Jerrie and Family, please accept my heartfelt sympathy and condolences on your loss. Knowing him since childhood, Phil was one of the best people I have ever known. A good man. If there is anything you need, let me know.
So sorry to hear this Jerri.. Condolences from Randy and Dee. Cousins.
The timing caught us out of town but you are in our thoughts.
We are very saddened to hear of Phil’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jerrie and your family. Rest in peace, Phil.
Jerrie. Thinking of you and your family Losing a spouse is a heartbreak and I wish you comfort in good memories you shared. Alice Bunz
I am so sorry for your loss.
Phil was a great man. I worked for him for 33 years and I loved every minute when he was there. Something he would walk through And say hi to all of us show to see cared always had a smile on his face. He had his door open to all of us if we ever needed to talk.. he was a great leader.
I will miss him and he will be missed by so so many people.
RIP Phil.
So sorry to here about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I worked for Phil at both Gametec and Gamco. He always made me feel like i was part of a family. He will be missed by all he touched. God bless.
I’m so sorry to hear the loss for you and the family.Phil was diffentlly one in a million.He made everyone who worked for him feel important in the role they had at Gamco.He even enjoyed(at least i think) the birthday posters I’d make for him and put on his door every year.and he even kept them behind his door. What a kind heart and soul he had. He also gave each of us a gift that will never be forgotten. RIP sincerely sandy.
We are very saddened to hear of Phil’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jerrie and your family. Rest in peace, Phil.
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