Robert James Gleason

Robert James Gleason, 55, of Royal Oak, MI passed away on January 1, 2020 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on April 29, 1964 to his parents Ralph Thomas Gleason, and Patricia Joan Gleason (O'Brien). He attended Dondaro High School in Royal Oak, MI and graduated in 1982. He married his loving wife, Susanne (Susie) Gleason on April, 26, 1986. Robert was an Electrician in the Manufacturing Automation industry for many years. He was raised Catholic in faith, and he loved spending time with his family. Of the few places he traveled, his favorite place was the ocean. Robert is survived by his wife Susanne (Susie) Gleason, his children Thomas (Amber) Gleason and Patrick Gleason, his siblings David , Diane Lewis, Laura (Jon) Sudo, and sister in law Becky Gleason. Robert was also loved by a large extended family including his nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. He is predeceased by his parents Ralph Thomas Gleason and Patricia Joan Gleason (Tom and Pat) and his brother Daniel (Becky) Gleason. In Lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated for Henry Ford Health System Transplant Institute in Remembrance of Robert. Transplant Institute Center for Living Donation 1 Ford Place #5A Detroit, MI 48202-3450 https://www.henryford.com/development/make-a-gift The family will be hosting a private Celebration of Life for close family and friends.