Dorothy L. Gilley's obituary , Passed away on October 19, 2025 in Marissa, Illinois

Dorothy L. Gilley

August 20, 1931 - October 19, 2025 (94 years old)

Marissa, Illinois

Dorothy L. Gilley's obituary , Passed away on October 19, 2025 in Marissa, Illinois

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Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Homes

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Dorothy L. Gilley

August 20, 1931 - October 19, 2025 (94 years old)

Marissa, Illinois

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Dorothy L. Gilley Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Dorothy L. Gilley of Marissa, Illinois, born in Du Quoin, Illinois, whose life came to an end on October 19, 2025 at the age of 94, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, John Genesio and Ruth Genesio (Roper); her husband Donald E. Gilley; her daughter-in-law Deborah Gilley; her brother-in-law Benjamin Milam; and her nephews, Paul Milam and Stewart Milam.

She is survived by: her sons, Ronald L. Gilley (Deanna) of Marissa, IL and Craig Gilley of Marissa, IL; her sister Bonnie Milam of Coulterville, IL; her nephews, Michael Milam (Judy) of Gilbert, AZ and Steve Milam of Marissa, IL; her grandchildren, Michelle Bollmeier (Brent), Brandon Gilley (Cindy), Chad Gilley (Tara) and Gina Mesnarich; her great grandchildren, Emilie DeWitt (Justin), Allison Bollmeier, Madeline Bollmeier, Austin Gilley, Autumn Gilley, Brett Gilley (Alexis), Chase Hurst, Lydia Mesnarich, Jack Stewart and Kaden Stewart; and her great great grandchildren, Callie and Wyatt DeWitt.

Memorials may be made to Marissa Presbyterian Church or to Vitas Hospice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Homes



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