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Tuesday, August 19, 2008
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By MARSHA DORGAN
Register Staff Writer
The owner of a Napa pizza parlor -- reported missing earlier this month -- was found dead in Tuolumne County from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said.

Robert Gleason, 52, owner of Papa Joe’s Pizza on Lincoln Avenue was reported missing to Napa police on Aug. 9, Napa Police Cmdr. Andy Lewis said.
His body was found Thursday on a trail in Tuolumne County near Pinecrest Lake by a hiker who was trying to get help for an injured hiker, police said.

Lewis said Gleason’s vehicle was found at a cabin in the Pinecrest area. The cabin is owned by extended family members, and Gleason had been there before, Lewis said.
Gleason had owned Papa Joe’s Pizza for about seven years.
34 comment(s)

brucemac707 wrote on Aug 18, 2008 4:13 PM:

" RIP Bob "

brucemac707 wrote on Aug 18, 2008 4:21 PM:

" Why'd ya do it, Bob? "

proudmama2 wrote on Aug 18, 2008 4:57 PM:

" To your family and employees- I am sorry for your loss. "

nscrgirl wrote on Aug 18, 2008 5:08 PM:

" We knew Bob for a few years, he was an outstanding person, great personality, and an all out great friend to have. It's tragic he left us this way...to the family and everyone at Papa Joe's, we extend our condolences.
RIP-you will be missed "

napablogger wrote on Aug 18, 2008 5:15 PM:

" very sad. "

steph wrote on Aug 18, 2008 6:12 PM:

" My condolences.
The news is so sad today. "

chunk wrote on Aug 18, 2008 6:29 PM:

" My buddy Joel orders a Papa Joe's at least once a week if not twice "

bloodagar wrote on Aug 18, 2008 7:37 PM:

" Our entire family is deeply saddened for the loss of Bob Gleason.

Our prayers go out to his wife and his family. They are both such wonderful people, and this just breaks our hearts.

I don't think we have ever seen Bob without a smile on his face or a random funny story to tell after a hearty greeting! He always made the time to ask our girls how school was going, Bob always had kind words to share.

The last time we saw them was at The Chef's Market and they were all smiles and had a story to tell...

Semper Fi Bob. "

t-bird wrote on Aug 18, 2008 7:46 PM:

" Our sympathy and condolences to his family and employees. We are sorry for your loss. He will be missed. "

comment wrote on Aug 18, 2008 10:55 PM:

" A self-inflicted gunshot wound does not automatically mean suicide, SouthNapa. The firearm could have gone off by accident. "

SouthNapa wrote on Aug 18, 2008 11:11 PM:

" Yes it does. Self-inflicted means harm done to yourself. If it was thought to be accidental, it would be labeled an accidental shooting. While it is possible this shooting was an accident, I would be surprised if it is later revealed to be an accident.

The term self-inflicted gunshot wound is just a PC way of saying suicide. I can't believe that everybody doesn't know that. "

JMB wrote on Aug 18, 2008 11:36 PM:

" What a shock! My heart goes out to anyone and everyone who knew him and his family. It's just...a shock. "

starling wrote on Aug 19, 2008 2:04 AM:

" This deeply saddens me that this world has lost such a wonderful guy as Bobby was. I knew Bobby, whom I called my brother, and I was his "little sis" for years in my teens and twenties growing up in Napa. He protected, guided, and was there for me through some very hard times. We lost track of each other years ago but he has always remained very dear to me. My very heartfelt condolences to his family and other friends. This world has lost a true shining star. RIP Bobby "

johnny pena wrote on Aug 19, 2008 2:38 AM:

" Robert [Bob] Gleason was a respectful kind hearted man who was a delight to be around. The world has lost a great person, he will sorely be missed. I send my condolensces to his wife,family and friends and if its one thing that i realize from this tough time is that dont ever leave home without telling the people you love what you think of them. From myself and the whole papa joes crew, We all loved you Bob, and we'll never forget you! R.I.P BOSS "

branrug1 wrote on Aug 19, 2008 7:13 AM:

" Bob was a great freind . I will always remember the days we spent fishing , although we never caught much! And the times we all had at the lake. he was a true freind and never judged anyone . he was there for me during some rough spots in my life. I only wish i had been there for him. you will be missed Bob . I f i can learn anything from this it is to cherish the ones around you that you love . You were truly someone that i looked up to and still do . I will hold your memory in my heart. I truly am blessed to have been able to have had you as a friend . rest in peace my freind someday we will be on the banks fishing again ,
Mike "

Kathy Concened wrote on Aug 19, 2008 8:51 AM:

" Mr. Gleason was a good local business owner. He was very supportive to the community and gracious with donations for many fund raising events. My thoughts and prayers go to his family. "

Sickothis wrote on Aug 19, 2008 9:26 AM:

" Wow. Sad.

Best pie in town. "

Napakin1969 wrote on Aug 19, 2008 10:51 AM:

" So sad! Bob was an amazing, uplifting, funny guy! I have only known him for about 3 years as a business to business man and when I would call and say Hi Bob! How are ya? His answer was mostly, "Supercalifragilistic!" He was a huge donator to great community needs. He will be sorely missed...my condolences to his wife, family and all the staff at Papa Joe's. We miss you Bob! "

707jng wrote on Aug 19, 2008 10:54 AM:

" I'll apologize up front if this sounds like a commerical, but here's a website for those who knew and loved Bob. www.afsp.org
this is a website for the American Suicide Prevention Foundation and they have some great links that can possibly help the family and friends of Bob in their grief process. They have all sorts of services for suicidal people as well. So if you know anyone who is having issues it couldn't hurt to check it out. It's a fabulous organization that has helped the parents of 2 of my friends that did this.
Speaking from experiencing this 2x in my life, the grief you feel after someone takes their own life is not like the normal grief process that you would expect to go thru after an accidental death or "normal" death. It's absolutely horrid and I'm so so sorry that his family and friends have to go thru this. My heart and prayers are with you all. RIP BOB! "

Axiedog wrote on Aug 19, 2008 11:00 AM:

" How terribly sad. I didn't know Mr. Gleason, but friends of mine did. He sounded as though he was an outstanding individual. My prayers to his family. "

Jenn wrote on Aug 19, 2008 2:43 PM:

" Wow, my condolences go out to all family and friends. This is a very sad thing to see. "

sassy1 wrote on Aug 19, 2008 2:44 PM:

" My husband & I have known the Gleasons for about 5-6 years now and what wonderful good hearted people.
This is such a mystery were hoping will come a conclusion.
We love you Bob and you will be missed by us both, our prayers to his wife and family and they know if there is anything they need please please just ask we are always here for you. RIP Bob (K&L) "

RJM wrote on Aug 19, 2008 4:13 PM:

" Bob was a great friend and an even better boss. He really took care of the people around him and will sorely be missed by many good people. In a world where things start to make less and less sense, this really takes the cake, I truly wish I could have been there for you as much as you were there for me buddie. The world really did lose a shining star this past week, one that will never be forgotten by many. RIP: My friend, my boss, and my bro: Bob G - I love ya bud. "

shortie2499 wrote on Aug 19, 2008 6:07 PM:

" Bob, we will truly never understand the reasons that you took yourself from us that day. I cannot promise that tears will not be shed, but I can promise that we love, miss and will never forget you. "

injoy wrote on Aug 20, 2008 1:54 PM:

" We are so sorry to hear about this sad event. We pray for the family. Time helps with the healing. "

strangeasangels7 wrote on Aug 20, 2008 6:25 PM:

" As a former employee of Papa Joe's I am deeply saddened by this loss. Bob and I had our ups and downs, but I always respected him as a friend, boss and prominent Napa business owner. When I heard the news I was in complete shock, my heart sank and my mind filled with so many questions that may never be answered. Bob was a great boss and friend. He will forever be missed. I pray that he is now in a better place and we can all find peace after losing a great man. "

chicana wrote on Aug 22, 2008 1:02 PM:

" this is so sad to hear when i read this article i had to re-read it whats going on with this world too much envy....sorry for the lost at such a short time a a business he left may his family find that anserw in to why he was foinf thier "

msinformd wrote on Aug 25, 2008 2:18 PM:

" Strength and prayers to the family. "

judgeknot wrote on Aug 25, 2008 7:04 PM:

" Blogs are so often nasty. Good to see you are all being respectful. Sounds like he was a liked man. Keep the family in our hearts "

shawana wrote on Aug 26, 2008 11:12 AM:

" Prayers for the families peace! "

rozilla wrote on Aug 27, 2008 6:55 AM:

" Oh, Bob how we miss you! "

msinformd wrote on Aug 27, 2008 7:14 AM:

" I'm out of town. Can anyone tell me where I can mail a contribution to the family? "

msinformd wrote on Aug 27, 2008 11:33 AM:

" Good idea, Rozilla. Maybe the Register could repost the article with the information to help the family out. "

Shawana wrote on Aug 27, 2008 1:24 PM:

" Good idea, msinformd. Anyone have that address or any other ways we can help? "

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