Glen David Hale II of Birmingham, Alabama, USA passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 19. The heartbreaking news of Glen Hale’s death has deeply affected family members, friends, and the wider Birmingham community who knew him as a bright, kind, and energetic young man whose presence left a lasting impression on many lives.
Born on May 12, 2006, Glen Hale grew up in Mountain Brook, Birmingham, Alabama, where he formed lifelong friendships in the Bentley Hills neighborhood. From a young age, he was known for his humor, warmth, and ability to connect with people easily. Friends, classmates, and teammates remember him as someone whose contagious laughter and adventurous personality made every gathering brighter and every friendship meaningful.
Glen later attended Auburn University, where he pledged Sigma Alpha Epsilon and quickly formed strong bonds with fellow students that became an important part of his college life. He had a deep love for the outdoors and adventure. Whether it was golfing, climbing, rope-swinging into creeks, or spending time in nature, Glen embraced life with enthusiasm. His dedication to leadership and service was reflected in earning the rank of Eagle Scout, an accomplishment that highlighted his perseverance, compassion, and commitment to helping others.
Above all, Glen Hale will be remembered for his love of family. He shared a close bond with his parents and brothers Gibbs, Graham, and George, relationships defined by loyalty, laughter, and constant support. His passing has left a profound void for those who knew him in Birmingham, Alabama, yet his kindness, friendships, and adventurous spirit will continue to live on in the memories of everyone whose lives he touched.
A visitation and memorial service in his honor will be held on March 13 at St. Mary’s-on-the-Highlands Episcopal Church in Birmingham, Alabama, where loved ones will gather to celebrate the life he lived and the joy he brought to others.