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John Gleason Obituary
Gleason, John "Jack" F. beloved husband of Karen F. (nee Eilers), and the late Judith L. Gleason, loving father of Tom (Kelly), Mike, Dan (Chris) and Terri Gleason, dearest grandfather of Tom, Stephanie, Matt, Jessica, Kim, Laura, Dana, Alex, Ryan, Meghan, Katelyn and Kristina. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Monday, 9 a.m., from Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th St., Orland Park, to St. Mary Church, Mokena. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. President and Founder of ELFCO Inc. of Mokena, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society, 17060 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park, IL, 60477, would be appreciated. Funeral info: 708-429-3200To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Gleason
Marlene V Humbertson
July 27, 2006
Dear Terri, Tom, Mike, Dan and Karen
Sorry for your loss. Sorry I couldn't get to the wake. I'm having a mass said for your dad at St. Mary's Church, Crown Point, IN on Sunday, January 7, 2007. Will send the card in care of your Aunt Peggy.
Love,
Marlene
William O'Connor
July 27, 2006
Mike, Tom,Terrie, and Danny.
I'm deeply sorry for your lost. My mother was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2003. She had to have surgery to remove part of her lung.
Its terrible.
Bill O'Connor
Louis & Marie Anastasia
July 26, 2006
We are the lucky ones who bought the Gleason Family home. We only knew John for a short time but came to feel like old friends. He was a man of his word and only required a handshake to keep it.
Aunt Betty Eberhardt
July 25, 2006
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Debbie Martire
July 24, 2006
"the best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen...nor touched...but are felt in the heart."
Hello Jack. I have never had the chance to stop in and say hello. I had heard of your ill fate earlier this year. I was sadden to hear of such news. There never seems to be any words that can be expressed to those whose hearts are in pain for you. I hope you will watch over your family and send a few extra angels out for them. My deepest sympathy to Karen, Tom, Mike, Dan and Terri.
Mary Lindsted
July 23, 2006
To my dear brother-in-law, Jack Gleason, I will miss you very deeply and will never forget your kindness to me and my family. I love you, Mary
Mary Lindsted
July 23, 2006
To my dear brother-law, Jack Gleason,I will miss you deeply and I will remember all the good times we had together. Thank you for everything you've done for me and my family, throughout the years. I love you. Mary
Patricia (Guild) Ganora
July 23, 2006
Terri, Katelyn & Kristina,
Physically we are very far away but our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time. Your Dad/Grandpa had a wonderful sense of humor and will most definitely be missed by many. Most assuredly he is now without pain and suffering which hopefully gives some comfort. We share your grief and send a big hug,
Patty, Francesco, Federico & Alessio
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