Thomas Gleason, Longtime Newtown Resident, Passes Away
The town of Newtown, Connecticut, is mourning the passing of a beloved member of its community with the news of the death of Thomas Gleason. The lifelong resident of Newtown passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16th, 2023, at the age of 86.
Thomas was born in 1937 to his parents, Paul and Elizabeth Gleason. He attended Newtown High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. After his military service, Thomas married his wife, Joanne, and the two went on to have three children, John, David, and Jennifer.
His children remember Thomas’s dedication to his family and his hometown. He was a proud father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and an active member of his community. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need, and he was known to be generous with his time and resources. He was also an avid hunter and fisherman and was known for his skills in taxidermy.
Thomas was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church in Newtown and served as a deacon. He was also a member of the Newtown Lions Club, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Newtown Historical Society. He was passionate about preserving the history of Newtown and took great pride in his work with the Newtown Historical Society.
Throughout his life, Thomas was a hard worker and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He worked as an auto mechanic for many years and then worked as a carpenter until his retirement. After his retirement, he could often be seen around town, driving his beloved tractor and taking care of his gardens.
Thomas was a kind, gentle soul and will be remembered by all who knew him for his strong work ethic and dedication to his family and community. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Joanne; his three children; nine grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Thomas’s memory to the Newtown Historical Society or the Newtown Lions Club.
A Life Well-Lived
Thomas Gleason’s impact on the community of Newtown will be remembered for generations to come. He was a kind and gentle soul and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and a hardworking member of his community. The legacy of Thomas Gleason will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
Paying Respect to a Newtown Legend
The town of Newtown will pay their respects to Thomas Gleason in a variety of ways. His name will be added to the First Presbyterian Church’s memorial wall, and a special plaque will be installed in his honor at the Newtown Historical Society. The Newtown Lions Club will also be dedicating a special tree in his memory.
The town of Newtown will never forget Thomas Gleason, a beloved resident and community member who was an integral part of the town’s history. His memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him, and his legacy will continue to be honored for many years to come.