Helen Claire Gillis's obituary , Passed away on February 19, 2021 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Helen Claire Gillis

February 22, 1933 - February 19, 2021 (87 years old)

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Helen Claire Gillis's obituary , Passed away on February 19, 2021 in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
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Helen Claire Gillis

February 22, 1933 - February 19, 2021 (87 years old)

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

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Helen Claire Gillis Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Helen Claire Gillis (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia), born in Big Beach, Nova Scotia, who passed away at the age of 87, on February 19, 2021. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel James and Mary Margaret MacNeil (MacKinnon). She is survived by: her husband Simon J. Gillis; her children, Arlana of Gloucester, Ontario and Lloyd (Jiah); her siblings-in-law, Margaret of Dartmouth, NS, Amilda MacKenzie of Beaver Cove, NS, Flo of Antigonish, NS, George Kemick of Cambridge and Gene Jasinski of Dartmouth, NS.; and her grandchildren, Mariah of Vancouver, BC, Joey Ha of Atlanta, Georgia, Alix of South Surrey, BC and Cormack of Halifax, NS. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, space will be limited.

Donations may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Society at Christ the King Parish (St. Thomas More Church) in Dartmouth, or to the Arthritis Society.



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February 25, 2021

Suzanne MacDonald wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Simon I am heartbroken that Helen is no longer with us. I want to express my love for you Simon, Alana, LLoyd and Mark at this difficult time. Helen was an exceptional beautiful person and I admired her spunk when faced with many earthly trials. At last she is at peace and though I know how hard this will be for you I wish you and the family well. I will always love her. Suzanne”


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February 24, 2021

Peter Browne wrote a sympathy message

“Hello Simon I am so sorry to hear of the death of your beloved wife, Helen. I had the pleasure to meet her a few times and she was always warm and welcoming. Please be assured of my prayers for you and your family. May her soul rest in peace. Peter Browne”


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Thu

Feb 25

Visitation

Atlantic Funeral Home
771 Main St, Dartmouth, NS B2W3T9

Fri

Feb 26

Funeral Mass

St. Thomas More Church
15 Caledonia Rd, Dartmouth, NS B2X1K7

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