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Glenn Bluhm

1951 - 2025

Glenn Bluhm obituary, 1951-2025

BORN

1951

DIED

2025

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Sandusky, Ohio

Glenn Bluhm Obituary

Glenn Bluhm

Jan 4, 1951 - Feb 19, 2025

Sandusky

Glenn Bluhm, 74, of Sandusky, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 19, 2025, with his son by his side after several years of illness.

Glenn was born January 4, 1951. His parents were Lavern and Eltheia (Bickley) Bluhm.

A 1969 graduate of Sandusky High School, he studied guitar at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts. He made a career as a professional musician and was an accomplished performer and educator. He was known throughout the region as a brilliant jazz and classical guitarist, most recently alongside his son in the flute and guitar duo "Silver and Strings." Having started teaching guitar as a high school student, Glenn was just beginning his 60th year teaching guitar lessons. In 2015 he was initiated as an Honorary Member of the Beta Xi Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, a national fraternal society in music, in recognition for his long and dedicated service to teaching and sharing music with the people of the region. He was a quiet man of music with a gentle soul and a kind heart.

He is survived by his son, Jaz Wallace (Samantha) Bluhm, of Bluffton; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and very dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Maureen "Reni" (Murphy) Bluhm; and his parents.

There will be a Celebration of Life from 2-6 p.m. Sunday, June 15, 2025, at American Legion Post 83 in Sandusky.

Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, is handling arrangements. Condolences may be shared online at toftfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Sandusky Register on Feb. 26, 2025.

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Jim Kelley

April 28, 2025

Glenn was an outstanding teacher and accomplished musician with a true zeal and passion for his craft. His laid back demeanor alongside his innate sense of humor always seemed to put his students at ease. I took lessons from other instructors as a young lad, but it wasn´t until I had spent some time under his tutelage that things really began to click. He took me from novice, to serious musician in very short order by teaching me not only technique, but helping me understand music theory which was a game changer! I will always be grateful for his dedication and ability to bring out the best in all of us who had the opportunity to study under him. May your soul rest in peace bud!

Vincent J Vatican

March 6, 2025

Glenn was a great guitarist who impacted hundreds of musicians in the Firelands area. A very kind and soft spoken man, and always a "hey Vince" when I was at Musicians Alley downtown Sandusky.
God Bless Glenn

Emily

March 3, 2025

He was a great guitar teacher.

Jackie Riedy

February 24, 2025

Glenn inspired the love of music in both my children. They always looked forward to their lessons with Mr. Bluhm. Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift with us. Rest in Peace.

Angie Kennison

February 23, 2025

Glenn was a wonderful musician and amazing guitar player. I had the awesome time to see him at the Huron library play and he was amazing! My sincere sympathy!

leona

February 23, 2025

prayers to the family

Vickie Harris

February 23, 2025

Glenn taught my steo daughter for years and my grand daughter for the last two summers. She just loved Glenn. They clicked together. Rest in piece Glenn u will be missed

EG

February 23, 2025

Mr. Bluhm taught me guitar lessons for four years. He was such a patient man, and skilled beyond compare. The world truly lost a wonderful man and musician.

Kathy Schirg Miller

February 22, 2025

Glenn was a wonderful friend. I had the privilege of attending my Jr. prom with him. I have such sweet memories of Glenn. May he rest in peace.

David Knaus

February 22, 2025

Mr. Bluhm was my neighbor growing up on Columbus Ave for 40 years. Very kind and talented man. He will be dearly missed.

Jim Johnson

February 21, 2025

A talented musician and excellent teacher. He did his best to help me in my quest to play guitar. I treasure his memory and his friendship. Definitely will miss him

Linda Ewers

February 21, 2025

The music man. Helped me buy a flute years ago, and I ened up giving to a young girl who could not afford one. Thank Glenn for all you did for family and friends, RIP

Musicians' Alley

February 21, 2025

Such a deep loss for the musical community in Sandusky. Glenn has had a profound influence on hundreds of musicians in our area. He has been with us since day one at Musicians' Alley from way back in January of 1989. Rest well our friend and colleague. You will be sorely missed.

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