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John David Gleason

1928 - 2017

BORN

1928

DIED

2017

John Gleason Obituary

John David Gleason, 88, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2017, in Arlington. Funeral Mass: 11 a.m. Monday, May 22, at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Wade Funeral Home with rosary at 7pm. Memorials:Those wishing to honor his memory may make a donation to Texans for Life Coalition (www.texlife.org) John lived his life in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania before moving to Arlington. Arlington has been home to John and Pat since 1979. He was a kind, generous gentleman who was a dedicated member of the St. Maria Goretti parish and the Pro Life cause. He loved his family, music, grammar, games and the Green Bay Packers. Survivors: Wife of 65 years, Patricia Gleason; their eight children, nineteen grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

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Published by Star-Telegram on May 18, 2017.

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February 1, 2019

I love you more every day, Dad.

Desiree Golson

May 21, 2017

Michael, Bob and all his extended family, friends and loved ones, i am so very sorry for your loss.My memory of your dad is how kind,loving,generous and compassionate he was. He seemed ,to me, to be the ideal father. What a blessing to have grown up with his godly example.May your spirits be soothed by God's healing balm of Gilead,may you find comfort in your close knit family, and in knowing your father truly had a life well lived. I have never forgotten His advice,"find a partner who leads you more towards God" Peace be with you and your family during this difficult time.~M.A.Desiree Golson

May 19, 2017

Mr Michael we are so sad to hear about the loss of your dad. Jackson came home and said he is in a better place now. The Children of Howard Avenue Montessori and their families are thinking about yours. We pray that your family finds peace and smiles at the memories of a life well lived!!
The Orlowski Family

Heather Johnson

May 18, 2017

John was an amazing man. Thank you to the family for allowing me to care for John. He will be missed so much

Melanie Craig

May 18, 2017

It was an honor to have met and cared for him. Sending prayers for peace and comfort to the family.

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6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Wade Funeral Home

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Wade Funeral Home

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St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church

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