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Thomas Gleason Obituary

Gleason, Thomas F., Age 43, beloved son of Marion (nee Dwyer) and John (Mary) Gleason, loving brother of Anne (Tom) Harrigan, Lori (Michael O'Connor) Gleason, Christopher (Sue), Francis (Tracey), Patrick (June) and the late John and Michael Gleason, step brother of Brian Gallagher. "Uncle Tommy" was dearly loved by his nieces and nephews, Tommy, Erin, Katie, Jenny, Michael and Brian Harrigan, Seamus and Liam Doheny, Claire O'Connor, Sarah, Christopher, Ryan, Sean, Annie, John, McKenzie and Michael Gleason, fond nephew of Catherine Dwyer, Patricia Dwyer, Agnes Rauen and Joseph Gleason, loving cousin of many. Proud member of Directors Guild of America. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. at the Brady-Gill Funeral Home, (Heeney-Laughlin Directors), 2929 W. 87th St., Evergreen Park. Family and friends will meet on Wednesday at Barnabas Church, 10134 S. Longwood Dr. for visitation 9:30 a.m. prior to Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Children's Hospital (Neonatology) 747 52nd St. Oakland, CA 94609, 708-636-5500 or www.legacy.com Visit our Guest Book at suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 2, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Gleason

Sponsored by The Wendt Family..Tom,Maureen,Sally .

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Kelsie Caldwell

December 27, 2002

Aunt Marion,Aunt Lori,Anne,Frannie,Chrissy,Patrick,

and every cousin,niece,nephew,friend

I feel your pain .We all miss him .I love him so much and I can't beilieve he is gone .We all loved him so much and every time we think of him we will get sad ,but yet think of all the grace and joy that tommy gave to the world .

Much love ,

Kels

paul serritella

June 24, 2002

my love and thoughts are with the entire Gleason Family.

what will be remembered most - was tommy's great sense of humor.

God bless tommy'

Kelsie Caldwell

April 25, 2002

Dear Aunt Marion, Aunt Lori, Fran ,

Chrissy, Anne, Patrick

I am Still in shock, I can't believe it. I am so sorry I miss him . We will get through this , together. Every time you see a sox game. Every time you see a movie that tommy worked on or a show think of it as one of the many good things he did in life. right now it's okay to cry or talk or hug.

It's what we need right now.

Lots of love , Kels

Richard Lederer

April 24, 2002

Dear Tom,

Your insouciant & composed demeanor taught me a perspective of work that will stay with me forever. May the four winds blow you safety Home.

Sandy Gordon

April 23, 2002

My condolences for your loss. It was truly a pleasure to have met and worked with Tom. Working in such a crazy atmosphere, it is a rare person who can remain to calm, and stay so sweet and sincere. Chicago will miss him.

Bre Caldwell

April 23, 2002

Dear Aunt Marion,Aunt Lori,Fran, Patrick,Chrissy, and the rest of the Gleason family,

I am so sorry for the loss of Tommy. He was so nice to everyone and he was like an uncle to me. We will all miss him greatly. His personality, laugh, sense of humor,love for family, and friends will stick in all of our minds forever. Tommy worked hard and had fun whenever he had a chance. He brightened my day everytime I saw him. Those vacations were great and Uncle tommy made them even better. And don't foget whenever you see a good movie or a Sox game to think of Uncle Tommy.We will all miss Uncle Tommy forever.

Love,

Bre

Carol Mattar

April 18, 2002

To Tom's family,



Tommy was a gentle soul. He was sweet, kind, and fun, and always sensitive to the needs and feelings of others. You and his friends always knew that, of course. I was acquainted with Tom only through his work, but those qualities were so evident that, when you knew him you had to love him. We spent many grueling days and hours together when Early Edition filmed at UIC. I've never known anyone who worked so hard and with such a sense of responsibility.



Tom was responsible for making everything work smoothly at a location that was a working medical center. He had to meet the ever-changing demands of the director and crew while keeping equipment and crew out of the way of patients and staff. He always accomplished this with the tact and good humor that made it seem effortless, which is why we allowed Early Edition to return again and again.



Tommy managed to do everything with incredible patience and without ever losing that smile or the sparkle in his eyes. I treasure the brief down times when we could talk a little and I discovered how truly special he really was. Thoughts of him will always bring a smile.

Sue Caldwell

April 16, 2002

Dear Aunt Marion, Anne, Lor, Fran, Chris, Pat et al:



I feel so utterly helpless and devasted by this - he was my brother, my support through the tough college years but most importantly my true friend. Tommy was the best listener I ever met - he always wanted to hear about your life and never judged. He had a smile and sense of humor that few are blessed with. He made you feel that you were important, that you deserved to be treated with respect from people. Tommy had the gift of finding the joy in the simple things in life, family, friends, the arts, the beauty of the outside and enjoyed a good line from a movie more than anyone I know. I feel so isolated, so far from you. I hope you understand where my heart and soul are. I love you all more than I could ever express.



Love, Su

Mark Mamalakis

April 12, 2002

Tom & I were good friends for the past six years. At work we were allies. He covered me & I tried to cover him. I remember him starting each day at work, putting on his walkie and intensely focusing on the day as he maneuvered and resolved every obstacle for us like Walter Payton running towards the goal line. He carried us across the line every day. As a New York assistant director who never has anything good to say about anybody said about Tom, ”He is the best in the business.”

He was a good friend. We will all miss him.

Bea Dellorto

April 11, 2002

Dear Marion, Ann, Lori, Chris, Fran and Patrick,

Your love during our Tom's illness and when he left us to be with the angels gave us strength and courage. Tommy's sweet face and words will always be remembered.

Love and sympathy from the Dellortos

Carol Ryan- Williams

April 7, 2002

To The Gleason Family:



Words cannot express how we feel for your loss of Tommy. He is at peace now with God, his brothers and friends. Please accept the condolences of the Ryan Family.



Pat, Mary Jane, Carol, Larry, Joan, Chuck and the late Terry.

Elizabeth Casey

April 7, 2002

Dear Gleason Family,

My deepest sympathies for your loss. Tom was a great person to work with, he could always make me laugh even on the most chaotic days.

Paddy Cullen

April 4, 2002

Dear Gleason Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Tommy is the best and will be missed by many. Although I have not seen him in a while he makes a lasting impression and will continue to do so.

Sue Wagner-McLaughlin

April 4, 2002

Chris, Fran and Pat,

My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Margaret Hickey-Iverson

April 3, 2002

Dear Mrs. Gleason, Anne and family,

Words can not express the sorrow I feel for your loss of Tommy. I am very saddened. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

With love,

Margaret Hickey-Iverson

Karen (Matias)Pritchett

April 3, 2002

Dear Gleason Family, We are sorry to hear of your loss. We have fond memories of Tommy and all the Gleasons. Please know you're in our prayers. Dewey and Karen(Matias)Pritchett

Pat McCarthy

April 3, 2002

Dear Tom,

Whenever I've thought of you, I always had a smile on my face. You were always so sweet, so senstive, so much fun. I dreamed about you...so wonderful to know you are OK.



Love,

Pat

Kathleen Fassl

April 3, 2002

Dear Chris & Family,

Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your brother Tom. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Liz & Ramiro are away with the girls and are sorry they couldn't be with you at this sad time.

The Fassl Family

Willie James

April 3, 2002

To the Gleason family , I'm so sorry for your lose.

Bonnie Chaney

April 3, 2002

Gleason Family:

My Thoughts are with you all in your sorrow. My prayer is that the many wonderful memories you have will help to bring you peace.



Please know that Tom will be fondly remembered and sorely missed.

Brian Smith

April 2, 2002

Dear Gleason Family:



Having worked with Tom very closely as a teamster I really appreciated his hard work. He made my life easier because of his professionalism on the job. He was a great guy and a good friend. My deepest sorrow for your loss.

Marty Gallagher

April 2, 2002

Mrs. Gleason,

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Please accept my condolences.



Marty Gallagher

Thomas Wendt

April 2, 2002

Chris,Fran,Patrick and Family you are all in our prayers ..... The Wendts Tom,Maureen,Sally ....Godspeed...

Dan & Beth Busse

April 2, 2002

To The Gleason Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in these difficult times.

Peggy Dineen

April 2, 2002

Fran, Tracey, Ryan, Sean, & Annie

We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers. Tom was the best.

Fran,

I will always treasure Tommy as my brother in law, friend, and loving uncle to Ryan, and Sean. I will remember how he would light up a room with his smile, but mostly I will always remember how much Tommy adored and loved you, and how often you made him laugh. We will always be here for you, Tracey, and family.



Love Tom, Peggy, Dylan, and Calee

Peggy Dineen

April 2, 2002

Dearest Ryan and Sean,

I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Tommy. He will surely be missed in your lives, but know he will live on forever in your loving memories. I love you both so much.

Love, Mom

Adrienne Swan

April 2, 2002

Gleason Family,



May God grant you comfort and peace at this difficult time. Tom will definately be missed.



God Bless you,

Adrienne Swan

Chris and Joe Graf

April 2, 2002

Gleason Family



Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.



All our love,



Joe,Chris & Rachel Graf

Christopher Devine

April 1, 2002

Dear Aunt Marion, Anne, Lori, Chris, Fran and Patrick,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I am also sorry I will not be able to attend the services. My thoughts are with all of you.

Love,

Chris

Denise Enright-Hurley

April 1, 2002

Dear Gleason Family,

I am so sorry to hear about Tommy.

Over the years I have thought of him often and always with a smile.

I'm sure he is happy and peaceful now in heaven with his brothers and Flem,looking down on you all with that grin. Here's to you Tommy Gleason!

Your in my prayers,

Denise Enright-Hurley

Kenneth and Julie Stout

April 1, 2002

Dear Gleason Family,

Julie and I are very sorry for the loss of Tommy. He always treated me like a little brother. My memories of him are full of warmth and fondness. Our hearts are heavy and we are pulling for you at this sad time. Many Blessings,



Ken and Julie Stout

AnnaLisa Lunn

April 1, 2002

I am so sorry for the loss to your family. Tommy was a wonderful man. I loved having him with me on set; I will miss his lively spirit.

Ellen Antonsen

April 1, 2002

Mr. and Mrs. Gleaso, Ann, Lori, Chris, Fran, and Pat,



I am so sorry for all of you! I have so many wonderful (and sorrowful) memories of time spent with the Gleason's, Rauen's, Mulcahy's, and Dwyer's! I love you all and will keep you in my prayers,



Ellen Stout Antonsen and Family

Derrick and Ava Harston

April 1, 2002

Marion,

Please accept our condolances. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Mike and Yvette Mahoney

April 1, 2002

Lori,Fran,Chris and Patrick, Please accept our condolances and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and you wonderful family.

Steven & Margie Rodriguez

April 1, 2002

I am very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

James Whealan

April 1, 2002

Chris and Family:



You are in my prayers.



Jimmy Whealan

Jack & Maureen Kelly

April 1, 2002

Tommy's warmth and friendly sincerity will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gleason Family at this difficult time.

Jack and Maureen Kelly and Family

Mike Dellorto

April 1, 2002

I was so sorry to hear about Tommy, my thoughts and

prayers are with all of you.



Mike

Martha Martin

April 1, 2002

Tommy, my dear pal. I love you so much. I know you're resting peacefully now. You will be terribly missed by us all.

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