What a loss! I am so sorry for Mary Margaret and your whole family. I first met Joe when he and Mary Margaret were working on Capitol Hill and just starting to date. If I remember correctly, they had to keep their relationship secret because it would get them in trouble in their jobs. I worked with Joanne, and we all spent a lot of time together in those early years. I know Joe will be missed by so many, but he's left a wonderful legacy behind that will live on forever.
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I’m just so sorry for your loss.
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I was so sad to hear of Joe's passing. I went to Briarcliff High School with Joe in the 1970's. He was a great friend and a great guy. I have so many fun memories of Joe - playing sports with him, having some beers on the golf course behind his house, or watching him sing "Amazing Grace" at the BHS Talent show with no musical accompaniment. I visited him at Dartmouth a few times and it was always so much fun. He was so proud of his school.
When ever I saw Joe at the high school reunions I loved hearing about his family. Family was really important to him. That guy is definitely in Heaven now. RIP Joe.
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Joe and I were in Mrs. Barnes first grade class together and remained friends through 12th grade. I have been fortunate to have reconnected with Joe the past few years and his storytelling of those school days has been epic (and a lot of fun). An amazing person in so many ways.
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Our deepest condolences to Mary Margaret and Joe’s entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
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MaryMargaret and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe’s passing.
You and Joe welcomed me into the pickle ball group like I was an old friend.
I loved watching his videos about school/ life that he had recently done on Facebook. We laughed about it because he said he didn’t really care to do them… but I think he started to realize that people connected with him through those stories.
He had a personality that connected with everyone. Joe will be missed❤️
Sending love and prayers,
Cherie
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Oh, Mary Margaret, I’m so sorry for your loss. Although it’s been years since I saw you , (when we were working for Wayne G!), and him (I actually ran into him at Dartmouth one day many years ago !) I had recently reconnected with Joe on Facebook through his books (loved them!) and then through the wonderful and thoughtful posts he made about old teachers and other events in his life. I felt like I was getting to spend time with him all over again. We talked about me stopping by to see you both sometime when I got up to Northern Virginia, but it hadn’t happened yet and now I feel really bad.
He was a great man: funny, smart, thoughtful… Just all the things you want a friend to be. My thoughts are with you in this sad time.
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I had the privilege of knowing Mr. Gleason through my lifelong friendship with Brendan. Mr. Gleason was always so engaging and easy to talk to—whether sharing stories about his work, books, wine, or his beloved family. As I got older, I appreciated our conversations even more, especially his advice and enthusiasm for the things he loved. Sending love and strength to Mary Margaret, Brendan, and the entire family as you remember such a wonderful man. Love you all!
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Joe Gleason was a great man, husband, father, Papa and friend to many. I was lucky enough to be a family friend through our daughter Ali marrying Joe’s son Brian. Joe and I collaborated on their wedding, we visited with Joe and Mary Margaret in their Little Rocky Run home and Bethany Beach house when we came to Virginia over the years.
Joe and I had great personal conversations about our grandkids, our families, careers, and life. I always found Joe to be engaged, intelligent and thoughtful in every one of our conversations - in fact during a conversation a few years ago we agreed we were more alike in our beliefs and spirit than we had ever imagined.
Recently I started following Joe’s short stories on Instagram - I commented on each and when I saw him last in early October I told him how much his stories resonated with me and how much I appreciated them.
Joe will be missed for sure, but my memories of Joe will live on with me until it’s my time. Life’s short. If you’ve read this far- tell someone you love and you’re close to that you love them. I wish I had told Joe!
God Bless Joe and my continued prayers for Mary Margaret and all the Gleason family. Love you all.
Al Malinchak
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So very sorry to hear about this. I enjoyed my time playing Pickelball and chatting with Joe. Our thoughts are with Mary Margaret and the family. May his memory be a blessing.
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So sorry to hear about Joe, loved his kindness and the great times playing pickleball, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Love, John & Sandy
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I grew up with Joe in Briarcliff Manor as we lived two houses away. The Gleasons, Slaters and Eaves kids played tackle football, kick the can, sledded together on the golf course…. The makings of a great childhood. My condolences to Joe’s family!
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I feel the passing of Joey deep in my soul, as I know all of you do as well. I deeply regret that I will not be able to attend the gathering, but at this point, my health precludes a cross-country trip. I will be there in spirit, and I'll take this opportunity to express my love and support for all of the Gleasons and for the extended family.
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