Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Son,

Just a note to let you know that I was proud of you, and I miss you greatly. I will see you again one day in Haven.

You made a great COP....Love Dad

Anonymous

A letter from HEAVEN
To my dearest family and friends, some things I'd like to say.

But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.

I'm writing this from heaven, Here I dwell with God above.

Here, there;s no more tears of sadness:
Here is just eternal love
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon and night.

That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through.
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
And as for your dear family, they'll be here later on.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.'
I wish I could tell you all the God has planned.
God gave me a list of things, that He wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for all of you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day;s chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you...in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry: it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
One thing is for certain,though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb.
But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too:
That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain
Then you can say to God at night...."My day was nor invain."
And now I am contented..........that my short life was worhwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low;
Just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got Me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go....from that body to be SET FREE.
Remember you're not going....you're coming, here to ME.



BRIAN THOMAS GLEASON

Anonymous

To Tom & family ... .. just a note to tell you I was thinking about you on this difficult day. God bless you all!

August 9, 2003

Barry
Polk Co SO

Don't grieve for me, for now I am free,
I am following the path GOD laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call,
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day,
To laugh…to love…to work…to play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way,
For I found peace at the close of the day.

If my parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
These things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with time of sorrow,
For I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life’s been full, I savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all to brief,
Don't lengthen it now with undo grief.
So lift up your heart and share with me,
GOD wanted me now...He has set me free.

Remember...to live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die
Anonymous

Anonnymous

And He will raise you up on eagles wings.

Bare you on the breath of dawn.

Make you to shine like the sun.

And hold you in the palm of His hand.

--Anonymous--

--Anonymous--

An Angel in the sky must leave his place of rest,
Gently tucking his wings beneath his armored vest,
For duty has called, there is much work to be done,
Little did he know this one is dressed in Army fatigues.

Arriving on the scene, He knows just what to say,
Follow me, fallen brother, I'll show you the way,
Your duty has ended your work is now through,
Come hang your hat beside mine, I'm a Cop too.
~Author Unknown~

Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers for they shall be called the children of God.

--Anonymous--

Dear Brian,
I love you so much. I think about you everyday, and never forget the priceless memories that we had together! Like when you took me fishing and I had sat there wondering why I couldn't get a fish and you said that I needed to be quiet and they would come when really it was just a stick with a line tied to a bobber. And when you took my ruler and started chewing on it and I told Mom and you went out and threw it behind a ATV. And Who could forget every time we wrestled and you took your sheet off your bed and put it over me cause I was the champion ;)! I love you so much and always will! I read your letters that you gave me often, and look at the pictures that we took together before you died! I am so lucky to have such. I miss you, but I know that Mom, Dad, and I will meet you up in Heaven some day.

With lots a
~**~LUV~**~
Your little sister

Your Lil' Sister

I just joined the military recently, and am currently on the DEP awaiting Basic Training. I have wanted to be a police officer since the day I can remember, because I know that I'll be in a position to impact someone's life, even if it is in a small way. Officer Gleason passed away several years ago, and it is a tragic reminder that whether in combat or peacetime, being in law enforcement is also dangerous as well. I didn't know him personally, but I wish to thank him for the impact he made on this world, both in life, and death. And to his family, God bless you, and I'm sorry for the pain I imagine you've gone through over these past years, but I know you hold him dearly in your heart, and treasure his spirit as he watches over you. No one truly passes away until they're forgotten.

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Mt 5.9

Private Wade Haughton
United States Army

Brian,

It has been almost three years now that you got killed. I think about you each day of my life. I still ask why, but that will be revealed one day. God did open the door where I can visist you grave regularly. I could not have asked for a better son, I miss your sense of humor and often think of the special times we spent together each summer. I hold on knowing that one day we will be together again. Till then I know you are my angel who looks out for me.

Love Dad

Thomas Gleason
father

Dear Brian,

Everyday we think of you, and all the things we shared. And everyday is special to us knowing that you cared.
Today we thought we would send a note, to tell you how special you are to us. We love you so much, and always will.
You are the best son and brother anyone could have!
With all of our hearts, XOXO
MOM, DAD, AND KENDALL

Mom, Dad, and Kendall

I came across this page while searching for the page of my uncle - Daniel T. Gleason (Philadelphia PD - EOW 6/5/86) I just wanted to extend my condolences & prayers to the family and friends of Brian T. Gleason. Though we share the same family name, we are united as a different kind of family.

Anonymous

What a tragic loss of a fine young soldier. I lost a young MP soldier in a traffic accident in Sept. of 99.

Take heart in knowing that he now patrols a higher post, the streets of heaven with St. Michael. The MP Corps lost a fine soldier that sad day.

A reminder that being a MP is a dangerous job in peacetime or war.

An old MP "top" says thanks sodlier. God bless his family and colleagues. We all in the MP Corps and law enforcement share in the giref.

Of the troops and for the troops!

First Sergeant John A. Millan (civ cop)
HHC, 105th Military POlice Company
NC Army National Guard
Asheville NC

First Sgt JA Millan
US Army Military Police

I raised my son 20 years and cherished every night.
His cheerful attitude and gentle hugs still seem to hold
me tight.
His wonderful laugh still echoes in the silence of the day,
his laugh always touched me in the most unforgetable way.
One day we will soon meet in a world beyond the present,
And when that day arrives my son, we will reunite in the
heavens.

Cherish every moment for they shall never last,
one should always remember those moments will be your past.

Tammy Persin




20 years I dreamed of being a soldier at war,
Before that day ever arrived my life ended in so much more.
Not once in life had I ever thought or dreamed of death
Until that early morning, I took my last breath.
I did not lose my life in a fighting battle or war,
But to a fellow soldier whose life must have been so much
more.

God took my life for that special reason,
but of course that reason is still unknown;

I'm still living in the heavens Mom, and you're never alone.


With all my love, Brian.




Poems by Haiden Hill, Brians cousin.

My Dearest Brian,

It has taken two years to even begin to write a memorial for you. There are not enough words to explain the pain, emptiness, longing, and void I feel in my heart for you on this earth. There is not a moment when I awake, go through the day or when I go to bed at night that you are not on my mind. It still seems like yesterday to me that you were here. I would never have stopped telling you how much I loved you the night you called had I known that you would be in Heaven the next morning. Every word you said that night I count as precious. Twenty years went by so fast, but I have a life time of wonderful memories that can never be taken away. You were God's precious gift to me, and I could not have been more proud or blessed to have you as my son. I thank God for allowing me to be your mother. I have so much to be thankful for. I have God's promise, John 14:27, and the picture of the angel holding you in the road after the accident. If I could call you back to this earth I would not, because you are in a better place and I look forward to the day when I see your smiling face waiting for me. Until then. I carry in my heart our past memories and look forward to the new memories that will never end with you in Heaven. Life seems so unfair, but left in God's hands, He knows what is best and I trust Him with all my heart. What He allows is not to destroy us. He only needed you in Heaven before me. My Thanksgiving this year is being so blessed and thankful for our past, and looking forward for the future promised us of being together forever in Heaven. Until then I send you my love on angel's wings.

I LOVE YOU!
You are forever in my heart!
MOM

MOM {Tammy Persin}

I want thank you for being a military police on this Veterans Day thank you Mary Cocke

Mary Cocke Civilan
United State Park Police

To my favorite brother:
I love you so much, and miss you! You were the greatest brother anyone could ever have! I am so happy to know that you went to Heaven! Even though I wish you were still here, I know you wouldn't really wanna come back because you are in a much better place than here on earth! I will never forget all the times that we shared together. Like the time you took me fishing, when I said you were the bestest brother, and you said you were my only brother, and who could forget the very last time I saw you. I miss you so much! I love you! With love always...Your Little Sis.

Your Little Sister

Tom;

You have my thoughts and prayers forever. May God bless you always. You have done a superb job during this tragedy, you are to be commended.

Ralph
Lakeland PD

FOR BRIAN GLEASON, FALLEN MP

THE MP STOOD AND FACED HIS GOD,
WHICH MUSH ALWAYS COME TO PASS.
HE HOPED HIS SHOES WERE SHINING.
JUST AS BRIGHTLY AS HIS BRASS.

"STEP FORWARD NOW, MP.
HOW SHALL I DEAL WITH YOU?
HAVE YOU ALWAYS TURNED THE OTHER CHEEK?
TO MY CHURCH HAVE YOU BEEN TRUE?"

THE MP SQUARED HIS SHOULDERS AND SAID,
"NO LORD, I GUESS I AIN'T.
BECAUSE THOSE WHO CARRY BADGES
CAN'T ALWAYS BE A SAINT."

"I'VE HAD TO WORK MOST SUNDAYS,
AND AT TIMES MY TALK WAS ROUGH...
AND SOMETIMES I'VE BEEN VIOLENT
BECAUSE THE STREETS ARE AWFUL THOUGH.

BUT I NEVER TOOK A PENNY
THAT WASN'T MINE TO KEEP
THOUGH I WORKED ALOT OF OVERTIME
WHEN THE BILLS GOT JUST TOO STEEP.

AND I NEVER PASSED A CRY FOR HELP,
THOUGH AT TIMES I SHOOK WITH FEAR,
AND SOMETIMES, GOD FORGIVE ME,
I'VE WEPT UNMANLY TEARS.

I KNOW I DON'T DESERVE A PLACE
AMONG THE PEOPLE HERE.
THEY NEVER WANTED ME AROUND,
EXCEPT TO CALM THEIR FEAR.

IF YOU'VE A PLACE FOR ME HERE, LORD,
IT NEEDN'T BE SO GRAND.
I NEVER EXPECTED OR HAD TOO MUCH.
BUT IF YOU DON'T...I'LL UNDERSTAND."

THERE WAS SILENCE ALL AROUND THE THRONE
WHERE THE SAINTS HAD OFTEN TROD,
AS THE MP WAITED QUIETLY
FOR THE JUDGEMENT OF HIS GOD.

"STEP FORWARD NOW, MP.
YOU'VE BORNE YOUR BURDENS WELL.
COME WALK A BEAT ON HEAVEN'S STREETS.
YOU'VE DONE YOUR TIME IN HELL."


The above was sent to Brian's family from a fellow MP.

Anonymous

Just For My Brother

For my brother I have peace
Because i know he will never decease
His life will increase
And won't even be to the least.

The new life he will have is happier
And is much more snappier.

If we just sit and think
Maybe it is just a blink
Jesus can fix every kink
And He can wink at you and make you feel better from sorrow.

Lighting will flash
And thunder will roll
Everything will take its toll
Young and old.

Kendall Persin
PFC Brian T. Gleason's little sister
11 years old

Kendall Persin

I never dreamed it would be me
My name for all eternity
Recorded here at this hallowed place
Alas, my name, no more my face

"In the line of duty" I hear them say
My family now the price will pay
My folded flag stained with their tears
We only had those few short years

The badge no longer on my chest
I sleep now in eternal rest
My sword I pass to those behind
And pray they keep this thought in mind

I never dreamed it would be me
And with heavy heart and bended knee
I ask for all here from the past
Dear God, let my name be the last

Written by a LAPD Sergeant

Anonymous

God bless you, Tom ... I know what it's like to lose a child. My heart felt sympathies to you and your family. The hurt will never go away ... you just learn to live with it each and every day.

Barry

D/S Barry Hill
Polk County Sheriff's Office

Tom, You are in my prayers. Get to Church on Sunday!

Ofc. Jim
Lakeland, Fl. PD

To The Parents of Officer Brian Gleason, US Military Police Corp, I have had you in my prayers from the day I learned of your son's passing. That was on one of the days we were honoring our son's accident and passing at the Law Enforcement Mem. week in Wash. You see, our son, like your son, was an MP/Police Officer and was also killed in an on duty accident on July 23, 2000. I read how your son was your only child and that he was the youngest officer killed that year. My heart was broken for our beautiful son but it broke again when I learned of your son's death. My husband is also a retired MP Officer after 30 years of duty he retired 2 months before our son's death. So many common threads we find through our sad tapistries. Please know how we have wanted to reach out to comfort you at that time 2 years ago, (it seems like yesterday) but were so engulfed in our own grief we couldn't. But now we live with wonderful memories of these two brave young men. We can be so proud of what they accomplished at such young ages and doing what made them happy and fulfilled. We hope you have found comfort and peace with the passing of your son and know that other parents who have experienced your pain, will always keep you in there prayers.
The family of Officer Justin T. Cain

Mrs. Cindy Cain
NA

It's hard to believe it was a year ago today I learned of your death or how little I still know about your life. I have seen how much you were loved by your family and friends, and how well you were respected by your fellow officers, in all colors of the uniform. I know that on that cold night a year ago, I was touched and guided by an angel, and my life is changed because of it.

Anonymous

When I first met you, you were a young man who was searching for his identity. Your father, a man of emmense understanding, gave you the tools to find yourself. I then see you return from finding the man you are and realized that a fine man you are. Your desire to protect and serve was a tribute to the man who you so admired. Brian, your dad is proud of you as I am also. You had the strength to do what many could not. For that and the man you became, I hold you in my heart and will always remember you. When I see your dad, I know he will still shine with pride for the Officer and the man you became.

T. Alan Kelly
Facticon Incorporated