Carol Gleason

SIKESTON, Mo. -- Carol Ann Gleason, 73, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022, at the Sikeston Convalescent Center in Sikeston.

She was born in St. Louis June 24, 1948, to Edward and Bettie Pansky. Carol and Tommy Gleason Jr. were joined in marriage on May 29, 1967.

She was a dedicated and loving mother, grandmother, sister, friend and wife who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She had a zest for life, always had a smile on her face and possessed a great sense of humor. She always tried to help others, gave of herself and spent a number of years volunteering at the Sikeston Public Library and the Missouri Delta Medical Center Gift Shop.

Carol is survived by her husband, Tommy Gleason Jr.; son, Aaron (Brenda) Gleason; daughter, Suzanne Gleason-Baros; grandchildren, Carter Gleason, Connor Gleason, Katelyn Baros (Alyssa Hernandez) and Justin Baros; great-granddaughter, Ella Baros; sister, Barbara (Joe) Wheeler; nephew, Brad Kern; nephew-in-law, Tom Muldoon; great-nephew, Timothy; great-niece, Colleen; and her mother-in-law, Mary Gleason.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Bettie Pansky; father-in-law, Tommy Gleason Sr.; brother, Edward Pansky; niece, Brenna Muldoon; and son-in-law, John Baros.

A Mass celebrating Carol's life was held Tuesday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sikeston. Ponder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

Memorial donations may be made in Carol's name to the American Cancer Society, the Sikeston Public Library or St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.

Online condolences may be shared at www.southernfuneralservices.com.