Thomasine (“Tommie”) Louise Gleason Derr, 94, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, in Jacksonville, Florida, surrounded by her loving family and dear friends.
Born in Dodge City, Kansas, on February 28, 1932, she was the daughter of Michael and Agnes Gleason.
Tommie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be remembered for her deep devotion to her family, her full and remarkable life, and the lasting impression she made on all who knew her. She touched the hearts of all who met her through her unwavering kindness and caring toward others.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, William Ogden Derr; her parents, Michael and Agnes Gleason; and her brothers, Michael and Terry Gleason.
She is survived by her children, William Derr, Jr., Robert Derr, Lisa Archer, and Susan Grich; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
The family wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude to Tommie’s cherished caregivers at The Windsor at San Pablo Assisted Living for their compassionate care, as well as to the social workers and nurses at Community Hospice & Palliative Care Anne and Donald McGraw Center for Caring for their exceptional kindness and support.
A Memorial Service to celebrate Tommie’s life will be held at Christ Episcopal Church, 400 San Juan Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida 32082 on June 2, 2026, at 2 p.m. with a reception immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the local chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma at 157 Oceans Edge Drive, Ponte Vedra Beach, 32082, Attn: Treasurer. Please visit the online tribute to Tommie at www.quinn-shalz.com.
