Gleason, Geraldine H. "Dolly" "Gerry" (Nee DeHate ) 92, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Brookdale Assisted Living, in Appleton, WI. She was born on September 23, 1924 in Ashland, WI to George and Amelia DeHate. Gerry met and married John Gleason on June 14, 1947. He preceded her in death in 1990. They started married life in the Milwaukee area moving to New Berlin, WI in 1959 where they raised their two sons. She was a devoted member of St. Luke Catholic Church. She worked 27 years for Briggs and Stratton Corporation, Wauwatosa. Gerry and her husband enjoyed fishing and deer hunting together. But her true enjoyment was dancing. If there was music playing, Gerry was on the dance floor with her favorite partner and dear friend, Arthur Rickert. She will be greatly missed by her sons; Thomas Gleason of Appleton and James (Cherie) Gleason of CO. grandchildren; Brian (Lisa) Gleason, Katie Gleason and Russell (Samantha) Gleason, great-grandchildren; Michaela, Evan, Corbin, Breckin Gleason and Mathias "Ty" Schauf. Treasured niece and best friend, Jeanine Korenak. Adored former daughter-in-law, Linda Gleason. Also remembered by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Gerry was preceded in death by her parents, brothers; Howard, Joseph, Raymond, Edwin, and Gerald DeHate and sisters; Marcelline DeHate and Mabel Trottier. The family would like to thank the staff of Brookdale for their wonderful care. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 11 at ST. LUKE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 18000 W. Greenfield Ave., Brookfield, from 10-10:45 AM. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimers Foundation preferred. To receive this obit/directions: text 1660479 to (414) 301-6422.