Michael Kevin Gleason, 38

Michael Kevin Gleason, 38, died by suicide on October 22, 2024, after a long and brave battle with depression, anxiety and alcoholism. He will be deeply missed by all who loved him.

Michael was born on September 28, 1986, in St. Louis Park, to LuAnn Walker and Kevin Gleason. He graduated from New Prague High School in 2005 and went on to earn his degree from St. Cloud State University in 2009. Michael was incredibly smart and skilled with his hands, spending much of his career working in construction. From a young age, his love for the outdoors was apparent, and as an adult, he was most at peace when hunting waterfowl or fishing along the river.

He is survived by his mother LuAnn (Joel); father Kevin; his siblings RaeAnne (Andy) and Thomas; grandpa Jim (Margaret); aunts and uncles, Bob Walker; Faye Tovsen; Ann & Matt Hansen family; Merrisue & Mike Minar family; Patricia Walker; Jill Haiker family; Tamara Gleason & Dan Peterson family; Keith & Angie Gleason family and several extended family, step-family and many friends, all of whom loved him dearly. Michael was preceded in death by his grandma Dorothy Walker, step-grandma Mary Walker, and grandparents Carroll & Beverly Gleason.

Michael's family and friends will always remember his kind and helpful nature, deep love for animals and the outdoors, and his sense of humor, which brought joy to him and to those around him.

A visitation will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bruzek Funeral Home in New Prague. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Church in St. Thomas, with a luncheon afterward at the KC Hall in New Prague.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Duck Cup Memorial Fund or Ducks Unlimited, in honor of Michael's love for the outdoors. bruzekfuneralhome.com