Roy J. Gilliss Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Roy J. Gilliss of Napan, New Brunswick, whose life came to an end on May 19, 2026 at the age of 90, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Roy J. Gilliss to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Archie Gilliss and Jennie Gilliss (MacInnis); his wife Anita Gilliss (Parks); his children, Nancy Melvin (Gillis) and Donnie Gillis; his granddaughters, Sara and Samantha MacDonald; and his siblings, Ruth Starsja (late Roger), Velna Mills (late Lloyd), Laura Watling (late Walter) and Brydon.
He is survived by: his children, Darlene MacDonald (Darrell) of Napan Bay, Penny Hebert (Rejean) of Pointe-Sapin, Patty Taylor (Tim) of Napan, Sandra Berscheid (Jim) of Lincoln, John Gillis (Brenda) of Napan and Kirk Gillis (Tanya) of Napan; his son-in-law Ron Melvin of Napan; and his siblings, Helen MacDiarmid (late John) of Napan, Bea Leslie (late David) of Miramichi, Diana Tucker (late Ellery) of Fredericton and Archie Gilliss (Elwanda) of Fredericton. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.
As expressions of sympathy, donations to Percy's Place, Napan Agricultural Show, or Pine Grove Cemetery would be appreciated by the family.
