Delwin Kirk Glover, loving referred too as “D.K”, was born on September 17, 1958, at Scripps Memorial Hospital in La Jolla, California. He was the third of six children to John and Bertha Glover. He grew up in the Southeast San Diego Skyline neighborhood and attended Valencia Park Elementary and O’Farrell Junior High School before graduating from Morse High School in 1976.
Delwin enjoyed being a member of the ROTC during his high school years. His commitment to service led him to the Marine Corps 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, where he served from June 24, 1976, to June 27, 1980, at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC), also known as 29 Palms—the largest U.S. Marine Corps base. As a Lance Corporal, Delwin Glover was trained as a Motarman and earned both the Rifle Marksman Badge and the Good Conduct Medal. His tours included MCRD, Okinawa, Japan; 29 Palms, California; and Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. He continued his service to his country in the Marine Corps Reserve Forces with an honorable discharge in 1982.
Beyond his military service, Delwin had a passion for the San Francisco 49ers football team and enjoyed playing video games. Whether in downtown San Diego or Mission Valley, he loved going out to catch a movie or visit bars and restaurants for music, food, or sports. Dancing brought him joy, and he relished dressing up for special occasions. After leaving the Marines, Delwin pursued higher education at City College, earning his AA degree while playing football. He also earned his Associate Degree in Nursing at Merritt College and worked as a nurse. He cherished moments at the beach, concerts, and the simple pleasure of a good cigar. His loyal companion was his beloved dog.
On June 4, 2024, Delwin was called to rest.
He was preceded in death by his parents; Johnny L.C. Glover and Bertha Mae Glover, as well as his brother-in-law Kenneth Woods Sr.
Delwin leaves behind a legacy cherished by his siblings; Lawrence Glover, Kathy Woods, Anita Mitchell, Johnny Glover Jr., and Eric Glover, his sister-in-laws; Dottie Glover, Barbara Glover, Tina Castro, and Sandi Glover, aunt Carolyn Riley, nephews and nieces; Darcel Glover, Lisa Glover, La’Roi Glover Sr., Spring Glover, Kanita Glover, Kenneth Woods Jr., Robert Mitchell Jr., Ashauntaye Mitchell, James Mitchell III, JuNae Glover, Michael Mason, Desi Mason, Langston Glover-Castro, Maya Glover-Castro and Jeremy McKee, and a host of great-nephews, great-nieces, cousins, and dear friends.
May Delwin Kirk “D.K.” Glover rest in peace, leaving behind a legacy of service, love, laughter, and cherished moments.
