Bernard Lawrence Gilles Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Bernard Lawrence Gilles of Kickapoo, Illinois, born in Peoria, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 90, on June 17, 2024. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence S. and Mary R. Gilles (Ritschel); and his siblings, Chuck Gilles, Joan Gillespie and Carol Fairbanks.
He is survived by: his wife Mary Gilles; his children, Karen Gilles, Janet O'Connell (Dan), Beth Gudat (Dave) and Steve Gilles (Lynne); his grandchildren, Jayla Ralston (Jeff), Samantha Gudat, Abby Gudat, Brett Gilles, Brian Gilles (Kayla) and Olivia Gilles; his great grandchildren, Bella Bishop and Beau Lawrence Ralston; and his sister Christine LaFollett (George).
Preferred memorials in Bernie's memory may be made to the Keith LaFollett Memorial Scholarship Fund, Greater Peoria Honor Flight, or St. Mary's Catholic Church or School.
