Jana (Patterson) Gillis's obituary , Passed away on March 3, 2026 in Thorold, Ontario
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Jana (Patterson) Gillis

July 26, 1955 - March 3, 2026 (70 years old)

Thorold, Ontario

Jana (Patterson) Gillis's obituary , Passed away on March 3, 2026 in Thorold, Ontario
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July 26, 1955 - March 3, 2026 (70 years old)

Thorold, Ontario

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Jana (Patterson) Gillis Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jana (Patterson) Gillis (Thorold, Ontario), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 3, 2026 at the age of 70. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her nephew Ryan (Rebekah). She is survived by: her siblings, Joy (Bruce), David (Olga) and Shona (Danny); her nieces and nephews, Darlene (Shawn), Tammy (Matt), Adrina (Michael), Kelly (Rob) and Kristy (James); and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Cameron, Kassandra, Kate, Zachary, Emily and Sophie.

In lieu of flowers, donations to McNally House would be greatly appreciated.

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March 8, 2026

Randy Burke, Chief Fire Prevention Officer, Brockville Fire Department, R lit a candle

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March 8, 2026

Randy Burke, Chief Fire Prevention Officer, Brockville Fire Department, R sent flowers

“In loving memory of Jana (Patterson) Gillis, Sharing in your sorrow. With love and friendship. I loved our friendship as colleagues.”

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March 9, 2026

Jennifer Cooper wrote a sympathy message

“I has the honor and privilege to be a student and collegue of Jana. She was a mentor and fire safety guru who gave everything she had to helping others. She will be greatly missed.”

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March 8, 2026

Brian Maltby wrote a sympathy message

“I had the great fortune of serving on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Municipal Fire Prevention Officers Association as Vice-President when Jana was the President. She was extremely dedicated to the fire prevention cause and a remarkable women. She will be missed.”

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Mar 13

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Pleasantview Funeral Home
2000 Merrittville Hwy., Thorold L0S1E6

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Mar 13

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Pleasantview Funeral Home
2000 Merrittville Hwy., Thorold L0S1E6

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Mar 13

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Pleasantview Memorial Gardens
2250 ON-20, Fonthill, ON L0S1E6

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