John Gillis
It is with great sadness that the family of John Leo Gillis,
of Trenton, announce his passing on May 13, 2022.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Katheryn (Gertridge);
sons: Michael (Heather), Andrew and David; and siblings: Mary Coady
(Ken), Yvonne Curnew (Joe), Janice Gillis, Joan Gladney, Paula Gillis,
Bill (Emily), Blaise (Jan) and Dannie (Carrie). He was predeceased by
his parents, Dan Angus and Helen (MacKenzie) and siblings, Donnie,
Liz, Catherine and Peter.
John was born in New Glasgow and worked for Michelin for over
36 years. He was very proud of his family. He had a passion for his
Scottish heritage. He worked with the Federation of the Clans for many
years, preserving the Gaelic language and traditions. John served as a
Knight of Columbus, serving a term as Grand Knight and was very proud
of his work in the community, including providing coats for kids.
After his retirement at Michelin, he served as an altar server for
over 10 years. Even with the difficulties that come with a shift work
schedule, Dad always made time to support our activities growing up.
Whether it was coaching hockey, working on the parents’
auxiliary, or cheering on basketball and rugby games. He loved meeting
and talking to new people. He loved to share a joke and to help others
when he could. He will be remembered for his faith in God, his honesty
and good nature and his pride in his family.
He will be sorely missed.
Visitation 2-4 and 7-9 pm Wednesday, in R.H. Porter Funeral
Home, 73 High St., Trenton. Funeral mass 1 pm Thursday, in Our Lady of
Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, Stellarton, with Fr. Macdonald Ibeh
officiating. Masks recommended for those attending the visitation and
funeral. Burial in the Parish Cemetery. A reception will follow the
burial in the Trenton Rink Annex. Knights of Columbus Council 1667
will meet at the funeral home at 4 pm Wednesday to conduct their
service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of
your choice.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John Gillis 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Trenton, Province: Nova Scotia
Dear Kathy and family. I was shocked to hear this sad announcement. Whenever you and John visited we always enjoyed you both so much. All too often it seems we get together at times like this. Please know you will be in my prayers. Your cousin, Jo-Ann
Sending my love and prayers to you Kathy and your dear family at this most difficult time. John was a great guy who always did what he could to help. He will be missed by many of us here at Our Lady of Lourdes.