Mark Daly Gilloon Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mark Daly Gilloon of Ames, Iowa, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mark left this world on November 11, 2025 at the age of 78, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Mark Daly Gilloon or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Gilloon and Nan Gilloon; and his sister Maura. He is survived by: his wife Diane Meinzer Gilloon; his son Daniel Gilloon; his daughter-in-law Leah Steinoff Gilloon; his grandsons, Vincent and Maxon Gilloon; and his brothers, Frank, Jon and Peter Gilloon.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Adams Funeral Home (502 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010). A vigil service will be held on Tuesday, November 18th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location. A funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 19th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the St Cecilia Catholic Church (2900 Hoover Ave, Ames, IA 50010). A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 19th 2025 from 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM at the Iowa Veterans Cemetery (34024 Veterans Memorial Dr, Adel, IA 50003).
November 14, 2025
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