John A. Gildea Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John A. Gildea in Santa Barbara, California, born in Bonesteel, South Dakota, who passed away on January 5, 2026, at the age of 93, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John A. Gildea or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ruby Gildea and Leo Gildea; his siblings, Zola, Betty, Pat, Jim and Mike; his stepbrother Bob; Veda.
He is survived by: his sister Cora Ellen Mather; his wife Carol Best; and his children, Mitchell (Ruth), Craig (Yvonne), Angela Pickles (Chris) and Jolene Murray (Eric).
