Charlie Gleason

Charles "Charlie" Gleason, age 72, who was a resident of Greenwell Springs, LA, passed away on Monday, February 9, 2015, after battling pancreatic cancer.

Charlie was a beloved son, husband, father, and grandfather. Charlie served 4 years in the army after graduating from high school. He worked over 46 years at Graybar Electric and retired in 2012. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, playing poker and traveling. He touched the lives of everyone who knew him.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Virginia "Jenny" Gleason; two daughters, Shelly Gleason, and Greta Gleason Bordelon and husband Reggie; granddaughter, Jena Bordelon; mother, Dolores Gleason; sister, Cheryl Martenson and husband Bob; and brother, Gary Gleason and wife Judy.

He is preceded in death by his father, Glen Gleason; and brother, Wendal Gleason.

Visiting hours will be observed on Friday, February 13, 2015 at Resthaven Gardens of Memory Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Visiting hours will resume on Saturday, February 14, 2015 from 9:00 AM until time of service. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 10:00 AM in the chapel of Resthaven Gardens of Memory Funeral Home, officiant will be Rev. Kim Little-Brooks with Lutheran Church of Our Saviour in Baton Rouge.

A reception will follow the service at the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour at 3555 Jones Creek Rd, Baton Rouge.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Lutheran Church of Our Saviour or American Cancer Society.

Visitation

Resthaven Funeral Home
11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA  70816
Friday, February 13, 2015
5 pm - 7 pm

Service

Visitation

Resthaven Funeral Home
11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA  70816
Saturday, February 14, 2015
9 am - 10 am

Funeral Service

Resthaven Funeral Home
11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA  70816
Saturday, February 14, 2015
10 am