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Anne Gleason Obituary

Anne M. Gleason Lansing Age 61, born May 16, 1948, died Monday, Sept 14, 2009 from lung cancer. Anne was the voice in Mid-Michigan; to promote awareness regarding the dangers of drinking and driving; after the death of her son Joseph in 1992. She worked as an advocate for MADD, the Ingham County Sheriffs Office, the Lansing Police Department and later founded her own business, the Mid-Michigan Impact Panels. She trained several law enforcement and social service agencies on the topic of "Operating While Intoxicated". She is preceded in death by her parents Horace & Martha LaFramboise, her sons Joseph Charbonneau & Eliot Gleason, brothers Vic, Ben, Larry, Joe, Bob and Raymond, and sister, Marie. Surviving are her son Michael (Deborah), and daughter Renee and grandchildren, Micole, Mandi, Michael, Joey, Laney, Niko, Anastasia and great-grandchild Caliana and numerous "adopted" children and grandchildren. Anne is also survived by several of her siblings: Al (Dolores), Bernadette (Mike), Therese (Tom), Vince (Joy), Chuck (Carol), Rich (Barb). She will be sorely missed by everyone whose life she touched. Anne's memorial service will be held at St Therese Church on Saturday September 19, 2009 at 2 p.m.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2009.

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October 12, 2009

Renee, Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom,Life is short and it has taken so many from our lives,We have lost others in our family that you probably have heard of or maybe not,but I know you have met.In the past 2 years We have lost my Mom, Pearl Bigger, and 2 of her brothers, just this year Lorenzo in June and Orland Aug 30, These are Carrie Gleason's sister and Brothers, all buried out by RON, We never know how long we will be on this earth, Your Mom made a big impact on peoples lives, She will be missed. Alana Root Charlotte Mich

Jeni Cunningham

September 30, 2009

Renee,
I worked with your mom through the 74th District Court (Bay County) and I want to tell you how much she has impacted our community. Anyone that had the privledge of meeting Anne through our system will not forget her...that is what I have been told my hundreds of people. I am very sorry for your loss, Anne is an extraordinary person and I'm blessed for knowing her. Her friendship to me and her contributions to our community will not be forgotten. Jeni Cunningham

someone from the past

September 19, 2009

Joe and Eliot have their mom. I am so sorry to hear of your passing my heart is heavy, I did not know you were ill. Though I only met you a few times you were a big part of my life since 1992. You have been thru so much and have a forgiving heart and that is such a gift to share with your family and those who know your story. You will be missed.

Deb

September 18, 2009

Anne you will be sorely missed here not only by your family and friends but by the many that you have touched over the years, including me.

If I've shared
a moments light...
I've shared with you
my way of life.

Welcome HOME my dear friend!

Lisa Farrell

September 18, 2009

What a terrible loss. Anne was a wonderful woman who impacted so many lives. She also suffered so many losses, yet kept on going to motivate others.

I am so sorry for your loss.

People don't come any better than Anne.

September 18, 2009

Dear Renee and family. I met Anne under stressful circumstances, and we were kindred souls. We worked together over the years, and she was always in my heart. I am grateful to have known her, and to watch her grow, and I was so very sorry to hear of her death. The world will miss her, as I will. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Elizabeth DeRath

Dianna Emerson

September 18, 2009

I worked with Anne at the City of Lansing and really enjoyed being her friend. She's a great gal!

September 18, 2009

Dearest Renee and Mike and grandchildren

Our hearts and tears are with all of you with the loss of your mom-Anne.

Many memories with Anne and all of you through the years.

May God keep you all in His care forever.

Sincerely, Jackie and Ken Smith-
Kerri Smith and son Dalton Butts-
Kendra Smith

Rachel Trevino

September 18, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Michael, Diane and Elizabeth Waldo

September 18, 2009

Our condolences.

Linda Van Buren

September 18, 2009

Renee,
I was sorry to hear that your mother has passed away.
This week marks the anniversary of the passing of my own dear mother as well.
I pray that you would be comforted by your memories and strengthened by your family.

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