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It is with
great sadness that we, the family of John Kenneth «Kenny»
Gillis of Iqaluit, Nunavut, and formerly from Judique, Nova Scotia,
announce his untimely passing on December 13,
2024.
Born in 1962,
Kenny was the son of the late John and Eleanor (Morrisey) Gillis. The
youngest of fourteen, Kenny was not only charismatic but had a kind
soul.
He ventured
off to Grise Fiord, Northwest Territories, in 1989 for a job his
brother, Billy, invited him to join. Once he experienced the northern
life, he never looked back, although he was still very proud of his
roots. He remained very kind and supportive to his mother (Mama),
especially in her later years.
Kenny is
survived by his beautiful daughter, Oceanna, who he cherished and
loved with all his heart. She was not only his «monkey» but
his greatest support until the very end, offering comfort and endless
love. Oceanna’s mother, Robyn, made sure Oceanna
spent every moment she could with her Dad, while offering love and
support to them both. Kenny is also survived by his siblings, Knowell,
Windsor, ON; Cecelia, Antigonish, NS; Fraser (Anne), Glendale, AZ;
Joan (late Joe), Windsor, ON; Shirley (John Willie), Judique, NS;
Hughene (Gregory), Judique, NS; Carson, Judique, NS; Billy (Margie),
Fort McMurray, AB; and Cathy, Windsor, ON. He is also survived by many
nieces and nephews which includes his Godson and namesake, Joel
Kenneth MacNeil.
Kenny was
predeceased by siblings, Bernie, Francis, Clifford, Gladys, and Joseph
in infancy.
We would like
to extend our gratitude to Kenny’s niece, Shelley, who gave
so much of her love and time to help care for an uncle she adored
during his illness. We would also like to give special
thanks to Don Galloway, his best friend of 40 years, who cared for and
supported him until the very end. To have a friend like Don
is a blessing.
Kenny held
several management positions during his many years in Iqaluit, firstly
in his own business, Integrity CPMS, also with Northview Property, and
Baffin Mary River Mine. Along with spending precious time
with his «Monkey», he enjoyed boating, camping, and just
simply relaxing at his cabin. He thoroughly enjoyed reading the last
number of years, a trait he shared with his father
(Papa).
Special thanks
to Dr. Rebekha Murphy, Dr. Kota Chen, and the team at Bruyere St.
Vincent Hospice. Kenny received compassionate and
exceptional care in his final days.
Upon request,
cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will take
place in the summer of 2025 at Kenny’s homestead on the
Shore Road in Judique, NS. Further details will be announced
at a later date. Burial will take place alongside his
beloved parents and sister, Gladys.
Oceanna would
like to encourage anyone who is able to take part in the Terry Fox
Run, to help find a cure for the terrible disease that took her Dad
away. Donations may be made to the Judique Cemetery Fund, or
simply tell a good story, as we are sure there are many. Prayers
always welcome.
In
Kenny’s words «I love you
all!»
«Peace
Out»
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