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Catherine May Gillis 19442020

Catherine May Gillis
1944-2020
Gillis, Catherine
May (Dennis) Skye Glen, Inverness Co., passed
peacefully in the Inverary Manor, Inverness on Thursday, September 10,
2020 with her family by her side. Her life journey was shared for over
50 years by her loving husband, Allan. They married on June 13, 1970,
making their home in Skye Glen and more recently Inverness. She is
already sorely missed by her grateful daughters.
Born on December 17, 1944 in Cambridge, Massachusetts to
Agnes (MacDonald) of South Lake Ainslie and James (Jim) Dennis of
O’Leary, Prince Edward Island, Catherine spent her early
years in Sommerville, Massachusetts. In 1949 the family moved home to
Headlake (South Lake Ainslie). Her early education was at South Lake
Ainslie School, then in the village, with a final year at the newly
built Whycocomagh Consolidated School. She completed grade eleven and
later obtained the equivalent of grade twelve through General
Educational Development. With pride, she became a Canadian citizen in
1973.
Catherine worked in Whycocomagh as a cashier at the Co-op and
a waitress at the Texaco Restaurant. She was a teller at Scotiabank,
Port Hawkesbury, a bookkeeper in the business office at Canadian Tire,
Port Hastings, and then a receptionist at Canada Manpower Centre. In
1977, Allan and Catherine took over ownership and operated the
family’s general store, Skye Glen Grocery, until 1996.
Catherine then worked in reception at Auberge Gisele’s Inn
until retirement in 2013.
Family was Catherine’s first priority. She and
Allan always supported their children, ensuring they had ample access
to education and extracurricular activities. They continued this and
enjoyed many adventures with their grandchildren, Mikaela and Nathan.
Catherine spent much time volunteering for church and community,
instilling these values in her children. Her kindness and
thoughtfulness were appreciated by family and friends. Crosswords and
sudoku were a favourite pastime. Most evenings she could be found at a
local card game. She is also remembered for her love of lemon
pie.
Catherine was a dedicated member of Stewart United Church,
Whycocomagh, and a past member of East Lake Ainslie Presbyterian
Church. She is a life member of United Church Women. Catherine enjoyed
singing at home and in church, as well as a number of years with
Inverness County Singers.
Catherine May is survived by her husband Allan Gillis, (Skye
Glen) Inverness; daughters, Angela (Wayne) Gillis, Dartmouth;
Stephanie (Michael) Sievers, Montreal; Gail Gillis, Halifax; and
Patricia Gillis, Halifax; grandchildren, Mikaela and Nathan Sievers,
Montreal. She is also survived by her sister, Gloria (Duncan)
MacFadyen, Aberdeen; brother-in-law, Bill (Diane) Gillis, Halifax;
sisters-in-law, Louise Gillis and Pauline Gillis, Sydney; several
special nephews and nieces; many cousins and friends. She was
predeceased by her parents, Agnes and Jim Dennis.
The family would especially like to thank Dr. Susie Egar,
doctors, nurses, and support staff at Inverness Memorial Consolidated
Hospital, for their expertise and compassion during this difficult
time. We would also like to thank all the folks at Inverary Manor who
made it feel like home, for their dedication and ongoing support. Many
became so special to Mom. Thanks to Arlene, Brittany, Deborah, and
Donna for providing the care we all needed before Mom and Dad moved to
Inverness.
Visitation is on Friday, September 18th from 4-8
p.m., in Dennis Haverstock Funeral Chapel, Whycocomagh. Funeral will
be held in Stewart United Church, Whycocomagh, on Saturday, September
19th at 2 p.m., with Jennifer Billard officiating.
In keeping with COVID-19
guidelines, all attendees will be asked to provide their
names and telephone number upon arrival at the funeral home
and the church. Social distancing protocols are to be
followed and masks are
mandatory.
Audio will be available for folks who prefer to
remain outdoors during the funeral. Burial will take place at Skye
Glen Cemetery following the service. All are welcome. Unfortunately,
due to COVID, there will be no reception. Family flowers only, please.
Memorial donations may be made to Skye Glen Cemetery, Stewart United
Church, or a charity of choice. Words of comfort may be forwarded to
the family at: www.haverstocks.com
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