Lillian Pender
Lillian Glendale(Glen) Pender neé Springer passed peacefully on August 13, 2026. She was 97 years old. She was predeceased by her husband, Herbert Pender, Jr. and her parents Earl S. and W. Irene Armor Springer. She is survived by her daughters Susan E Sneed(Steve), Martha L. Aberson(Lowell) and Kathryn V. Krull(Jerry). She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Rachel(Nathan)Zykan, Joshua(Kelly) Sneed, Jacob(Christina) Sneed, Jesse(Hana) Aberson, Samuel Aberson, Isaac Aberson, Joseph(Elaine) Krull, and Thomas(Courtney Neisler) Krull. Also great-grandchildren: Spencer, Lily, Mitchell, Sadie, Raegan, Lulabelle, Darrow, Francis Grace, Margaret, Quinn, Annie Glen and Graham. Also cousins Leoda Springer and Tommy, and nieces Paige(Walter Cunningham) Smith, Meredith Price and Courtney(Danny) Dollar.
Glen was born at home in Lexington, Alabama on July 3, 1929. She was a graduate of Florence State Teachers College now the University of North Alabama. She leaves behind a legacy of learning and faith, friendship and family. Her years as a teacher, librarian and faithful Christian resulted in a life to be modeled and lifelong friendships she always cherished.
The family thanks the staff of NHC Place St. Peters Memory Care for all the love you gave her. We would not have been able to enjoy her and love as we did without you. Thank you to Caris for those final days of hospice care.
Special thanks to the people of Lexington, Alabama and the Lexington Methodist Church. This was always home and her final years among you were years of care and dignity. You took on caring without asking, easing her final years and alleviating our worry. You allowed her to be as independent as possible for as long as possible. There are so many to name; you know who you are and you know what you did. Thank you.
In lieu of flowers, please honor Glen with a gift to the Burchell Campbell Memorial Library(opens in new tab) or the Lexington Methodist Church.(opens in new tab)
Glen was one of the first people to befriend me when I moved to Lexington and started church at LMC. She was a pure joy and had such a great sense of humor. She obviously adored her family and often shared stories of life with Herb. My sincere condolences to each of you.
Glen was a special lady. So proud i got to spend time with her in her last few years in Lexington. I enjoyed helping her with whatever she needed. Sometimes it was cleaning or picking up groceries. Many times it was just company. Loved hearing all about her life and family. She was the sweetest person to be around. Will always cherish the time I got to know her and love on her.❤️
I loved Glen. We were neighbors and front porch sitters❤️ There are so many childhood memories that include Susan, Martha and Katie. The last few years she was here, Sloan and Nash enjoyed visiting with her as well. Well done, good and faithful servant 💔
With love,
Radona Trousdale
No words can say what a special lady Ms Glen was always a kind word and a hug for you. She loved all and especially her church at Lexington Methodist. I think about her often especially passing by her family home on 101 she would be so proud of the renovation that took place there. I have her porch swing from the front porch and love sitting there I always think about her then too. Prayers for the family.
Glen and my mother, Virginia Fuqua Horton, were good friends in college. I am sorry for your loss.