Anthony Howe Gleason *29

ANTHONY HOWE GLEASON, at the age of 86, died Nov. 27, 1992. Born in Newton, Mass., Tony received his bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Dartmouth College in 1926. He subsequently earned his master's and doctoral degrees in chemical engineering from Princeton. As a development chemist for Esso (now EXXON) Research and Development Company in Linden, N.J., for 37 years, he had been granted more than 60 patents in the field of synthetic rubber, resins, and coatings. During WWII, Tony also served with Civilian Defense as an instructor in methods to combat and survive chemical warfare attack. He retired in 1965. In later years he organized the American Red Cross Drivers Group and was also a member of the Old Guard, the Musical Club, and the Advance Club, all of Westfield. He was predeceased by his first two wives, Thelma and Janet, and is survived by his third wife, Gladys. He is also survived by a son, a daughter, six grandchildren, and two greatgrandchildren. We extend to all his loved ones and friends sincere sympathy.

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