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John Gleason Obituary
John T. "Jack" Gleason, 79, of Pottsville, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, at Schuylkill Center, Pottsville.
He was born in Branchdale, on Oct. 17, 1942, a son of the late Anna (Rowlands) and John Patrick Gleason.
He was the widower of Mary Ann "Bunnie" (Laughlin) Gleason, who passed away in 2005.
He was a graduate of Cass Township High School and was formerly employed by OMNOVA as a plastic mix machine operator.
He was of the Catholic faith.
In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Dorothy Kimmel, Joan Scheib and Ellen Frew.
Jack is survived by his children, Robert "Bob" Lilley (Maureen), Easton, Sharon Flail (Shane), Port Carbon and Mariann "Tedda" Eifert (Jim), Pottsville; grandchildren, Brian Tyson (Malorie), Jessica Lilley, Casey Tyson, Conner Eifert (Autumn), Jordan Lilley and Karissa Flail; nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 20, at Ebling-Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona, with family members officiating. A viewing for family and friends will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. To extend condolences to the family, visit www.gsesfuneralhomes.com. Ebling-Stabingas Funeral Home, Cressona, is entrusted with arrangements.
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Maryjane Cerrone
November 17, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. May his memories help you through this difficult time.
Lisa Konkus
November 17, 2021
Bob, Tedda, Sharon and Families,
May you find comfort in the memories that you made with your Dad and remember that he will always be with you and watching over you.
With Sympathy and Prayers ,
Lisa Konkus
Debbie Sheehan
November 17, 2021
I´m sorry for the loss of your precious Dad. He put up a helluva fight, and now he´s with your Mom in Heaven, watching over you all. Love never dies. Hugs to you all, and prayers for peace.
Kate
November 16, 2021
So sorry Tedda for your loss. He´s now at peace with your Mom.
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