Jill A. Gleason
Jill A. Gleason, 65, of West Washington Street, Bradford, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at her residence.
Born January 26, 1961, in Bradford, she was the daughter of the late Samuel J. Piganelli and Imogene (O'Neil) Piganelli. She was a 1979 graduate from Bradford Area High School.
On May 28, 1983, at St. Bernard Church, Jill married Donald S. Gleason who survives.
Jill worked as a secretary in healthcare industry for over 43 years. She was later employed as a Paraprofessional at the Bradford Area School District for five years.
She loved spending time with her family and friends. She was an avid member of Pennhills and Pine Acres and also enjoyed volunteering at golf tournaments.
Surviving in addition to her husband Don of 43 years, is one daughter, Katie (Chris Manning) Gleason, of Bradford, one son, Michael (Sierra) Gleason, of Bradford, two sisters, Toni (Tom) Rounsville, Mary Ann 'Mimi' Frantz, three grandchildren, A.J. Gleason, Mason Gleason, Callan Gleason, two brothers-in-law, Francis (Ginny) Gleason of Crown Point IN, and William (Kelly) Gleason, of Bradford, and several nieces and nephews. She also adored her beloved fur baby grandchildren, Ella, Mia, Ollie and Kobe.
She is preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Sherry Lynn Comilla, who passed away on March 21, 1999, and her brother-in-law, Joseph Gleason, who passed away on September 28, 2019.
Private funeral services will be held at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes. Burial will be in St. Bernard Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Care for Children, 723 East Main St. Bradford, PA 16701
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
All Condolences -
So very sorry for your loss love to you and your family
— Marianne Lucco
So sorry to hear about Jill. Her happy , peppy and caring personality will always be remembered.
— Laura Mansour
Donny, “Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss.”
— Danny ODonnell
To the family of Jill, I want to say I am so sorry she was a wonderful person. We sure did have a lot of fun at the golf course she will be surely missed rest in peace. Love, Carol coder
— Carol Coder
Toni, Mimi and family. So sorry for your loss
— Greg and Robin Pavone
Donnie, Mike, Katie and family. Our deepest sympathy to all. Hugs!
— Jody & Lee Zimmerman
Our sincere condolences to the Gleason family. May your memories of Jill bring you peace.
— Ron and Violet Snyder
Donnie, Katie, Mike, Toni, Mimi and all of the families,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Jill. May flights of angels sing her to her rest.
— Carol Pecora
I''m so sorry for the passing of Jill she was a awesome person, she helped a lot of kids even when she didn''t know it rest easy Jill you''ll forever be missed.
— McKenzie Henderson
Donny & Family. Our Prayers are with you. Stay strong in faith, have comfort knowing Jill is in our Lord''s divine presence.
Know his Love, then you''ll know her soul is at Peace.
— Billy ''Beehive'' Rae
Condolences to the family
— Jeff and Lori Vecellio
Our deepest sympathies and prayers for the entire family. So sorry for your loss. We will miss seeing the family on the porch, getting busy living, and waving as we drove by. God bless the family.
— Mike and Becky Russell.
Don and family- so truly sorry to hear this news of our friend and former neighbor. Prayers to you all for healing and remembrance of fond memories.
— Ed and Rachael Hayden
Dear Don and family - Toni and I are so sorry to hear of Jill’s passing. Our prayers for peace and comfort are with you as you grieve.
— Carl and Toni Cucuzza
Donny, Katie, Mike, Toni and Mary Ann...I was so shocked to hear of Jill''s passing....she was born two months before my daughter Jill.....always always so friendly when meeting up with her....she wiil be missed ....keep your memories close to your heart !!
— lorettasampson.ls@gmail.com
My deepest sympathies for all who love Jill uplifting you all in prayer. I pray the Holy Spirit comfort you. Nobody could ever replace that beautiful laugh and smile of Jill''s. I am so deeply sorry.
— Eve Hartle
So sorry to hear of Jill’s passing. My sympathies to her family and friends.
— Brian Corbett
Please accept my Sincere Condolences to the entire Gleason Family in the loss of Jill.
George and Grant Duke
— George B Duke
Don and family, I am so sorry to hear about Jill. Sending prayers to the family. Mike Sposato
— Mike Sposato
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Moe and Marjie Griffith
Sorry for your loss, she loved being part of pine acres .
— Steve simon
Sending my prayers and my deepest sympathy to Donny and all of the family. Words cannot express how difficult the pain of losing a spouse can be. My heart goes out to you.
— Jeannie Cucuzza Lamb
My condolences to all of Jill''s family. Keeping all of you in my prayers thru this difficult time.
— Lori Vickery Belleville
It’s a blessing to have grown up with our neighborhood friends, best childhood memories!!! Time went by too fast, until we all meet up again, ????
— Margaret (DeLucia)Regis
Thinking of you all.
— Les and Tracey VanGorder
So sad to hear about Jilly Bean.
May she rest in peace- hugs to the family.
She will always be remembered from school and loving on her two grandkids- Callan and Mason.
— Brynn & Jeremi
So sorry to hear about Jill. May she Rest in Peace with her family in Heaven. Hugs to all the family
— Tami O’Neil Hildebrand
Donnie, Mike, Katie and the entire Gleason family. I am so so sorry to hear about Jill. Such a wonderful and kind person. She will be missed. May she RIP...
— Pick Zimbardi
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
— Stoney,Becky,Max,Michael Greenberg
There are no words to ease the pain of losing someone you love. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
— Lisa Stiles
Thinking of your family and lifting you up in prayer. I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I loved working with Jill in pediatrics, and I will cherish many memories fondly. Praying comfort over your family as you grieve.
— Diana Welch
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all your family in the sudden loss of Jill my prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
— John Nuzzo
I’m so sorry. Jill was always so welcoming. I very much enjoyed working with her at the high school. She will be truly missed.
— Rebekah Cramer
So very sorry to see this. Many prayers for Jill''s family.
— Kevin & Gail Moyer
Donnie, Mike, Katie and all the family.
I am so sorry. Jill was such a wonderful person. I have such great memories of Jill at all the family parties. I hope your memories bring you comfort. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
— Melissa and Parry (Gleason)Tomlin
So sorry to hear of Jill’s passing. Jill and I graduated in the same class and we were in the same home room in junior and senior high. My heartfelt condolences to Jill’s family. Rest in Eternal Peace, Jill.
— Stacie Pecora-Salerno
So very sorry to hear of Jill’s passing. Such a wonderful person.
— Debby Anthony
Our prayers remain with Donny, Katie, Mike and your entire family during this time. Jill will always be remembered for her kindness and we hope your memories will keep her spirit close to you all. May she rest in peace.
— Dan and Chris Minich
So sorry to hear about Jill. May she Rest in Peace with her family in Heaven. Hugs to all the family
— Tami O’Neil Hildebrand