Gerald Gleason Obituary

Condolences to the family.

Gerry is my mom´s uncle. I met him once and family that I will probably never see again. I wish you all well! Much love in abundant forms

It´s amazing to be related to a legend like himself. It´s a daily reminder that NOTHING comes without hard work and determination.

Rest in paradise Uncle Gerry!

The Locklund family

I was 16 when I worked at Golf Mill Ford and a few when I was working as a porter Mr Gleason would walk around the dealership and even thru the service area where I was always at and he was super nice to me and everyone else that he talked to all I can say he always looked like a million dollars had a million dollar smile and just was a special person if I had to sum him up in one word it would be class and now 45 years later I can still see his smile his walk his confidence like it was yesterday I think he was the classiest guy I ever met to be honest nobody comes close I took his granddaughter to my senior prom because I found out my girlfriend of three years was cheating on me and I think her name was Patti and she was such a sweetheart so I know he passed 13 years ago or so I just found out now so my sincere condolences because Jerry is one of the few that will always be missed he was a special and rare breed , 45 years later and I can remember like it was yesterday most people were scared to death of him but I wasn´t he was like a movie star to me

When my Father died, Jerry came to the wake. He asked how I and the family were doing. When I told him that the dealership where my father worked had asked for the return of his demo twice before the wake was even over, he excused himself, and then returned about five minutes later. He said " I just called the Chevy store to tell them you might be calling and to give you as many cars as you need for the funeral." I was not even in his employ anymore. Best man I ever worked for. I was unaware of his passing till months after. So sorry for the family.

In loving memory of a wonderful Man "Dad" . IHamid will love you and miss you always.

Dear Dad, I miss you so much, and I am so grateful to Emir Abinion for keeping this tribute on line! You are a Great Man, and you will Never be Forgotten! I Love and Miss You So Much! It is Oct 2012 now....I still have a difficult time believing you have passed, and miss you so much, the phone calls, "Diane I haven't heard from you in a while"! Dear Dad, I Miss You! You were a Great Man, and my Very Dear Dad, which I had a Special Relationship with, and I Miss You Dearly!

Jerry, you are missed. Thank you always.

So close to one year without you. You are still the angel over my shoulder each morning.I miss you more than words can say. Thank you for teaching us to live each day with gratitude and love.

Dear Kay and all of Gerry's family, I can't believe that Gerry left all of us a year ago. So many are joining him but I ask the dear Lord to keep me here for awhile cause I am not ready just yet. I pray that his loving wife and family are well. I know that my husband Tom has been bothering Gerry to take care of my car (even in heaven). So many times I drive past Golf Mill where his place was for so long. We all have had great times with a lot of the Gleason family. May God bless "us" all. Sincerely, Marylyn Ahlfeld

To Pamela Ginther: it is always us on earth that feel the loss. We continue to pray for Jerry's family who miss him so much, but knowing him as I did I am sure he is absolutely enjoying Heaven - his reward for being such a loving man.

Love & miss you everyday! It still hurts like we lost you yesterday. Mom is doing okay and we are doing our best to help her figure out how to live her life without you, which isn't going to be that easy because together~ the two of you had it all!!

I am sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Gleason. I had worked for him for 4 yrs at the ford store he taught me everything i know. Especially in sales, repairs and tech work and as a porter. He was a great guy well loved and will be missed greatly. I thank him for every thing he has taught me and has given me. I will never forget you and you will always be in my heart. THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!!!!

I am so sorry to here this news, Jerry was a great infulence on me growing up thru the years. My regards to all his children. Bill Ferguson.

My husband worked for him for 6 years in the late 70's early 80's.He also kept in touch. He was the best boss he ever had.What an honorable man.

So sorry about your dad family. He is one person out of millions. I respected him to the max. I learned from him, counted on him as a friend, and he was that and more. He will most assuredly will live in my heart till I see him again.

WE SURE HAD FUN IN THE OLD DAYS!

You are all in my prayers, Mike

sue and all the rest of the gleason family accept my deepest sympathy on the death of your dad "Jerry". i was out of the country during that time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be remembered at mass. bernie shannon

Dear Kay and all of Jerry's children and family, Jerry was a sweet and caring man who touched many, many lives. I have many memories of Jerry that go way back to the days of Peirce and St. Gregory's Parish and of sitting on his parents steps on Bryn Mawr. To brother Ed and sister Margie I know how much you loved Jerry together with the late Bill and Anne Donohue. I join you all in celebrating Jerry's life. I know my late husband Tom is up there shaking his hand and saying "did you take care of Marylyn's car?" Love and prayers, Marylyn Osterkorn Ahlfeld

A power of example.

When I came to Chicago for Jerry's birthday party in 2009 it was one of the most memorable times in my life. The thing that made is so special, was the morning I was getting ready to leave to come back home, we were sitting in the dining area of his home eating that special oatmeal (that I have never been able to duplicate) and I said to Jerry how is married life. You know how everyone says oh! it;s good or it's fine. His reply to me was "I am the happiest married man in the world". That made my trip and makes me happy to know that he was that happy. Remember wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a beautiful memory".

Thank You

Although we can't be with you while you remember Jerry. You are in our thoughts from afar. Hugs to all of you.

Aunt Kay, First off I want to tell you I love you. Jerry was an AWESOME man, and we were all so fortunate to have had him in our lives. I am so glad you got to have such a wonderful man in your life for so long. You could tell in his eyes how much he loved you. He will always be in your heart. I will always remember his infectous smile and his sense of humor.

My heart goes out to you and the rest of the Gleason family.

With sincere and deepest sympathy to all the Gleason Family on the passing of a truly wonderful man. Many great memories of spending time with Jerry in Ireland.

God Bless you all and may he rest in peace.

Theresa, Pat, David, Sarah, Conor,Hannah and Emma, Ireland

Mr Gleason was a man of graet class and compassion. He always had time to talk to you.He was the best owner I have ever worked for.

my uncle jerry was an exceptional man, to ever so many people, it's hard to imagine. he is what you'd think of as entirely honorable, a man that never broke his word, a best friend, a mentor, a very caring and committed volunteer (@ Misericordia home in Chicago--with children and adults born with Down Syndrome) and your best sales advisor. it's no wonder that country leaders all over the world invited him to visit with them, personally. he was SUCH a good man! he was the father of my son, whose blood father was and is so distant from him, not a friend, not a father as a father should be. no wonder my son hurt so badly that uncle jerry died, a few days before their lunch date, and one day before his 82nd birthday. yet, i am happy for him not to have died suffering with terrible pain, or degraded or humiliated in any way, but peacefully. and, should you remember Old Blue Eyes' frank sinatra's famous song, know that my uncle died a grateful man for having lived his life, as 'he did it his way'. we love you so much, uncle jerry. your cheerful voice rings in my ear, which i will hear every time i smile, thinking of you. be happy out there, old buddy. love from my heart to you, your niece, karen, and of course, from your pal, whom you gave so much of your wisdom and a lot of help to, so generously, my son, christopher robin (gnatz)

Jerry put me ,wife & 2 kids up for a week,in his own home, when I came over from Ireland in the 19800s.
Eddie.

Great memories from Hayt/Pierce competition to McGovern's to Fords & a great lifelong friendship. No one could beat your greeting & you sure could take a punch. God Bless.. Ben Jimms ( Jimenez )

I worked as a porter for Gleason Chevrolet in the 90's. In '95 I decided to go back to school and get my degree but my school schedule and work schedule just didn't agree. At the advise of a co-worker, I was told to have a talk with "Mr. G" about it. At his next visit to the dealership, I did just that. And I will NEVER forget what he said. He told me; "Dan, work whenever you want and if anyone has a problem with it, tell them to come and talk to me. You just make sure you get that degree! Understand?"

After, when he would visit the Chevy dealership, I would wash his car and when I returned his keys, he ALWAYS asked how I was doing in school.

So to Mr. G -- I got my degree and I have a successful career in Aviation, a wife, a house and two beautiful children! God Bless and RIP Mr. G.

"Loving Father, you have blessed and journeyed with Mr. Jerry Gleason in a special way. Thank you for leading him to bless others with touch of wisdom and joyful presence to face the world. Thank you loving Father, for three months ago i met him to be a friend for me; then three weeks ago, you led me to become a priest for him. May your grace and love worked for the best of us -- Kay, his family and friends -- blessed children for your kingdom. Amen."

Mr G. will always define the meaning of a true and compassionate gentleman for me. I am ,and will always be eternally grateful for his belief in me as I began a 8 yrs association with Golf Mill Ford and Gleason Chevrolet. May God Bless. You were one of a kind!

I will missed you Jerry. You were a true gentleman.

Jerry will always be a great part of our family..My husband Ron worked for him for many years and Jerry was more than a boss to him , he was a friend..he never forgot our anniversary..Mr. Gleason would always tell my husband Ron, go take my girlfriend out somewhere really nice....We love you Mr. Gleason....Ronnie & Patricia Rencher

Our sincere sympathy and prayers for all the Gleason's. Jerry enjoyed our residents and they loved him too. He was always so generious to Misericordia, for which we are most grateful. May God reward him and all of you.

My career started with Jerry Gleason in 1987 and is still going very strong. I owe him a lot more than I can express. His family is in our hearts and in our prayers. Dan Salmon

Jerry you pointed me in the right direction over 50 years ago. Your kindness to my children will never be forgotten. A "real friend"
Vince Pellettieri

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Words simply cannot describe Mr. Gleason, to know him was to love him and he will always be remembered in our hearts. All our thoughts and prayers to the Gleason family and the legacy he left. It was a pleasure to call you a friend and we will miss you dearly.

To the entire Gleason Family:
We are sincerely sorry for your loss. Jerry touched the lives of so many people and was deeply loved by family and friends and respected by all.We will truly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of great loss.

THERE IS NOT WORDS TO DESCRIBE THE MAN MR. G WAS AND HOW HE EFFECTED ALL THE LIVES OF THE PEOPLE WHO WORKED FOR HIM. HE WAS TRULY A WONDERFUL PERSON WHO CARED. THANKS MR. G FOR BEING YOU.

To Pete and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was always kind to our family. God bless you in your time of loss.

Mr G was a great man. I worked for him for years and til this day I've never met anyone I respected more. He was a great mentor.You will be missed.

To all the many relatives of Jerry my condolences and prayers are wiyh you. Jerry helpedmany people turn thier lives around and always had time to share with me. I saw himin AZ and here. I know how much he caredfor people as I was one of them, I am sure when he past through the gates of heaven he put St Peter in a nice 2012 that gets 40 mpg he is also with many many friends. So please know how good a man and how much I thought for him as I pray for you all I pray for Jerry a great guy to have in your life. He will be missed by many

Jerry Gleason lived according to the Word of God. He was always encouraging others and would not hesitate to correct behaviour but did it in a very kind, direct, and firm way, such that you knew he was being honest and that he was right. Jerry knew Who was really in charge of life and he thanked Him on Sundays at Holy Name Cathedral of Chicago. St. Jerry pray for us to the Higher Power. "Rarely have we known . . . ".

Jerry Gleason lived according to the Word of God. He was always encouraging others and would not hesitate to correct behaviour but did it in a very kind, direct, and firm way, such that you knew he was being honest and that he was right. Jerry knew Who was really in charge of life and he thanked Him on Sundays at Holy Name Cathedral of Chicago. St. Jerry pray for us. p.s. "Rarely have we known . . . ".

Jerry-thanks for being my pal. A soft touch and a guy who made me feel very special. God Bless You my friend. Please put in a good word for me with the Lord. I know you're up there with Him.
Houli

Our Thoughts and Prayers are with All of you. Jerry was a Great man. He had a positive impact on many. His wit, sense of humor, love of family and thankfulness were contagious. He will be missed and remembered. God Bless.

Our hearts and prayers go out to all of Jerry's family and friends. He will be missed by so many. Always such a gentleman, with a smile on his face and a kind word from his heart...he warmed any room he was in. Rest in Peace.

There are many heavy hearts today, mourning the loss of a good man. Peggy, Katie, Michelle and Donna (Jerry too), my heart goes out to you and your family. You will be in my heart and prayers that you will find comfort in the memories you all share. Most sincerely, Mary (Zachas) Nickell and family

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY GOD BLESS

Kay,

So sorry to hear about Gerry. Bill and I only had the privaledge of meeting him a few times, but those were some great times. He was so easy to visit with. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless you. Kim and Bill Bamrick

Mr. Gleason and my Dad use to work together at Packey Webb Ford from 1967 until the late 70s. I bought Cars Mr. Gleason, just because I wanted to support Mr. Gleason. My Family supported Jerry too. Jerry had a heart of Gold, we once had a fire and Jerry helped us put our lives back together. I'm grateful to have known Jerry, as my Dad called him. May he rest in Peace. The world is a better place because of him.

Our condolences to the Gleason family. Jerry was one of the most generous and remarkable indivdual we have had the privilege of knowing. He will be greatly missed. Patricia and Charles Brothers

Words are lost trying to express my gratitude for Jerry's friendship, love, guidance and mentoring. I love you like a father. I am honored to have known you and to have spent time with you.

Thank you Gleason Family for sharing Jerry with us all. He has touched many people with his kindness and great heart. His spirit absoluetely lives on in those he has effected. My prayers for comfort from our good Lord and God of all comfort is with you during this dificult time.

Kay, my heart goes out to you. I am grateful to witness the great love you both shared. everyone should be so blesssed.

Jerry gave me the opportunity to learn and grow at Gleason Chevrolet and Golf Mill Ford. He hired me twice-he believed in me. I'll never forget him. A true gem in an industry where that is rare.
God Bless you, Jerry.

Jerry and I started work as Sales Reps for the Formfit Co. in 1957. He was the best salesman I've ever met. The way he changed his life around from those early years was remarkable. Gerry Lenard
Lakeview, Arkansas

I started with mr g in 1983. Went from the ford store to the chevy store. I'll never forget when he would sometimes come out and
Give our sat meeting. It was awe inspiring and motivating. All my prayers are with the Gleason family.god bless you! Danny a.

Patrick, Jeanette and Family:

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

My condolences to the Gleason family. Jerry was the best boss anyone could have. Thanks for all you did for me and my son David.

Jerry touched the lives of faceless and nameless many, but to him we all had faces and names... Simply one of the greatest man I knew. God bless Jerry and his family.

It would take a lot more space than what is available here to thank you for all of the blessings that you have bestowed upon my family. We will all miss you terribly. "G" as in generousity.

An Irish Bennacht ~
May the protection of the ancestors be yours and may there come across the waters a path of yellow moonlight to bring you safely home.
It was a honor to work for you Jerry and I will pray for you every day.

Truly one of the classiest man i ever met. Mr "G" you will be missed

Sorry to hear about the loss of your father.
When it hurts to look back and you are to scared to go forward,
look beside you and your best friends will be there.

Peace, Prayers and Blessings

Renee Novak

Jerry made me feel like an equal, even tho I wasn't. Classiest man that I've ever had the pleasure to call my friend. An extraordinary man.

You will be missed

Heartfelt sympathy to all of the Gleason family and their friends.Mr G you had a heart of gold and a hand shake that would drive most men to there knees.You will be missed by all!!

My thoughts and prayers are with the Gleason family, Mr G rest in peace. You will be missed.You where one of my guiding lights in my career. Thanks Mr G.
Patrick Gavin and Family.

Jerry was a great Guy, and helped me on my way to the door of AA, and I thank him for that. I never saw him without a smile on his face, because he always saw the good in people. Jim Shanahan

Will miss you dearly G

"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal." Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gleason family.

You will be dearly missed Grandpa! I couldn't imagine my life without the opportunities you gave me in the business. Rest with the angels...love and miss you!

My thoughts and prayers are with the Gleason family. Jerry was a wonderful man, and helped the lives of many.

My sympathies to the Gleason family. I have read this condolence book from first to last, and it is clearly a picture of a man well loved, respected, and admired; as well as a truely unselfish giving life.

I remember back thirty years when I was just starting my little carpet cleaning business, and every penny spent had to bring home two. I stopped into Mr. Gleason's Forest Park Chevrolet to ask him what he thought of buying ad time on Irish Radio programs. He was kind enough to take time out to advise and chat with a small time operator, such as me. I have thought about our meeting and his patient kindness, many times over the years.

I will be remembering the Gleason family in my prayers, and praying for the repose of Mr. Gleason's soul.

Oh, by the way, he said advertising on Irish Radio was the smart thing to do, and he was right. Right in the biggest of beautiful green shamrocks!

May God bless Jerry Gleason.

Bob Langworthy

www.CelticCarpetCleaners.com
Casa Grande, Arizona

So many fond and fun memories of Jerry and the family, our hearts are with you.

A true hero in my life. Jerry was a man of great charity with a passion for humanity. Over coming monumental hurdles in his life with God showing him the way. He will be missed but NEVER forgotten. All who knew him and all who met him walked away with a warm feeling of friendship.

I know your journey home will prove to you once and for all that the greatness you offered to all is exactly what has reserved your place in Heaven.

God's Speed 'O-Boy. Until we meet again.

Patrick McLaughlin
Palos Park, IL

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

A contribution has been made in Gerald's name to the Mercy Home by Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Domagala.

I have memories of great respect and gratitude for Mr. Gleason. He provided employment for me many times during college vacations. It was because of his letter of recommendation that I was accepted into graduate school. There were other generous acts, too--tickets to plays with dinner on him. Gleason Family, please accept my sympathy for your dad's passing. He will be missed.

Jeannie Johnson

Mr. G will be missed by many people and he has touched so many people in so many ways. The G was a mentor to alot of people and I am blessed to have know him for many years. My Condolences goes out to the Gleason family.

To the Gleason Family you have lost a wonderful man! We will remember him as a friend and fellow AA member. God Bless him and our sympathies to his family.
Jim & Betty Naumann
Prescott, Arizona

My sympathies to the Gleason family. Jerry was always a good and fair man who helped me in my career.

Mike Malczewski

As we all are grieving over his loss and experiencing great sorrow, we can be grateful that he no longer has to suffer. We were all so helpless in the end, his breathing was labored, and there was nothing we could do. I could just hear him saying, as he crossed over, "Get this #$#%# Tube out of my nose!" I am grateful that he is at rest, and at peace. We will all miss him dearly, and he will always hold a very special place in our hearts. With Love from some of your family...
Pat & Jeanette Gleason, Shannon, Aran, Laura, Gina, Linda and Bogdan

In the Memory of a wonderful person; Thank God for men like Jerry Gleason. To you Mr."G" my sincere appreciation for the opportunity, your trust, a great work place to hone my skills and share my days with so many special co-workers and friends.

For me and my family still today there are an abundance of great memories tied to my Jerry Gleason Golf Mill Ford years.

Always in our hearts.
May God's peace be with you.

joe and family

Thank You Jerry for all you have done for so many of us. You will be greatly missed as you were like a second father to many of us and helped us to become the people we are today. "Thanks Mr. G. our Pal"
To the entire Gleason family our sincere condolences and our prayers are with you.

To the entire extended Gleason Family, words cannot express how saddened we are at Jerry's passing. The McNeil family has been tied to your family by the loving bonds of family and friendship for over forty years now, and the pain of loss as well as the joy of celebrating "The G's" life will always keep us together. May God's Peace be with you.
Tim & Tammy McNeil and their daughters Krystal, Molly, Caitlin and Arianna

My heartfelt sympathies to the Gleason family. Jerry will be missed by so many. He truly was a great gentleman.
Debbie (Shanahan) Fitzgerald

All of our thoughts and prayers go to Jerry's family....he was a wonderful man with a huge heart...I will forever be thankful to him for giving my husband his start at Golf Mill...God bless you all

You made the world a better place . I am like many who will miss you . You gave us all a chance to better ourselves and taught us to be the very best we can . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .

Words cannot express the sadness and sorrow we feel in our hearts. Although he was not in our lives for a long time, he left an everlasting memory of his kindness, love of life, love for Kay, and eyes that forever twinkled.

Prayers go out to all that he touched -his family & his friends.

God be with you Jerry!!!

Bart & Beth de Kruyff

To the Gleason Family - My mother Mary McDermott had the opportunity to work with your father many years ago. My father and mother never forgot Jerry. And neither will I. I had the great pleasure of working with him at Miseriacordia. He will be greatly missed.

A true Giant of a man was Jerry. He always had time for small talk and his smile was infectious. Jerry was a "father" to many more people than had the same last name as he, giving fatherly or better yet, worldly advise when you needed it.

His thoughtfulness was to be lauded as well.

You will be missed by everyone that was fortunate enough to have made your acquaintance.

Our deepest sympathies to the Gleason family. I will remember his fun spirit, his energy, and the respect he showed many people. Peace be with you.

Your soul has found rest in God's great
eternal love. And your passing has left a
gaping hole in the fabric of society. You
are and will be missed, but we thank God
for the time we knew you.
Mario Mims, a former customer.

Kay
This has got to be the hardest time of your life. You and Jerry truly had the "Big Love" of your life. I can just see him "arriving" with that big smile plastered on his face and getting everyone organized. More good times to be had "above". God Bless you and your big Gleason and Cooling family.

Sharon Ginther
Mesa, AZ

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family, we join many others in remembering what a giving and loving gentleman Jerry was. He will truly be missed. May he rest in peace.

Jim and Joyce Kegl

Thanks Mr G,
You gave me the opportunity to succeed.You are always in my thoughts.God bless you and your family.

My dearest Gleason friends,
I love you all and will miss Jerry's awesome smile. He always knew when we were fake sleeping...haha! Cherished memories etched in my mind of the prime of my youth and a special place forever reserved in my heart! That , he is. And don't forget..."a week from Wednesday"!! Love forever, Diane

My deepest sympanthies to everyone feeling the loss of such a kind and loving man. Jerry, it was a pleasure to have known you as well as the lovely children you raised. Be at peace in the presence of our magnificent Lord.

My deepest sympathies to the Gleason family. Mr. G was a great man for whom without him I would not be who I am today. I will always remember what he said to me "If you don't lookout for yourself no one else will". Words to live by. Thank you for all you have done Mr. G. You will be missed!!!

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prays are with you at this time of sorrow. Mr."G" was such a wonderful man and will be missed.

Dad we will all miss you for your love kindness and endless humour.Mum Kay and the whole of Gleason Family and friends my love and support will always be here for you.