Glen William Hillyard, also known as "Crow," died peacefully of natural causes in his home, surrounded by his family on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010. He was born on the homestead at the base of Crow Mountain, north of Smithfield, Utah, on Dec. 15, 1923. He died just two days shy of his 87th birthday. Glen grew up north of Smithfield. He attended local schools and graduated from North Cache High where he excelled at basketball and was given the nickname "Crow" by his coach. He convinced Jackie Hansen to be his bride on Feb. 27, 1946. They were later sealed in the Logan LDS Temple. Together, they raised a family of five children, Dixie (Lee) Skabelund, of Centerville, John (Janet Willmore), of Smithfield, Sheri Andersen Murray (Glenn), of Smithfield, Leisa Christensen (Dale), of Smithfield, and Angela Heaps (Michael), of Smithfield. They have 18 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his younger sister, MarJean Anderson, of Newton.During his working years, Glen touched the lives of many. He was employed by Del Monte Pack, U and I Amalgamate Sugar in Lewiston, local feed stores, Jack Parson Construction, Utah State University and the Cache County Road Maintenance Crew. He then retired to live his dream as a sportsman and full time farmer.He was always known for his excellent horsemanship. In his younger years, Glen was a member of the Summit Saddlers Riding Club and participated in many rides in the mountains. Glen was an avid hunter and loved spending time on a horse in the hills hunting deer and elk. He was instrumental in promoting and participating in cutter races in Smithfield and, later, at Forrester Acres. He established Hillyard Stables and was known for his gray horses. Winken Tim was one of his most successful runners. By his example Glen taught his whole family to love hard work and horsemanship. He loved dairy farming and continued to milk until he was in his 80s. Glen had a big heart and was always willing to help others. He had a great sense of humor, and made many lifelong friends.Glen was preceded in death by his wife, Jacquelyn, his son-in-law, Brian Andersen, and his grandson, Cortney DeLoy Christensen.Funeral services will be held Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at noon at the yellow brick church in Smithfield, 179 N. 100 East. Friends may call at Nelson Funeral Home, 85 S. Main St., Smithfield, Sunday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Interment will be in the Smithfield City Cemetery. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.nelsonfuner alhome.com.