John Robert Gillis's obituary , Passed away on July 21, 2025 in Ipswich, Massachusetts

John Robert Gillis

October 29, 1968 - July 21, 2025 (56 years old)

Ipswich, Massachusetts

John Robert Gillis's obituary , Passed away on July 21, 2025 in Ipswich, Massachusetts

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Morris Funeral Home, Inc.

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John Robert Gillis

October 29, 1968 - July 21, 2025 (56 years old)

Ipswich, Massachusetts

John Robert Gillis Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate John Robert Gillis of Ipswich, Massachusetts, whose life came to an end on July 21, 2025 at the age of 56, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Sally Ann Gillis of Medford and Walter Gillis; his grandparents, John J. McCabe and Mary "Sis" McCabe; his sister Huberta McCabe; his uncle Charlie; and his aunt Jane Gillis.

He is survived by: his children, Charlie (Ciara) of Ipswich, Patrick of Ipswich, Annie of Ipswich and Jack (Katie Cheever Gillis) of Ipswich; his siblings, Stephen (Diana) of Georgetown, Michael of Rockport, Lee Conlon of Medford, W. James (Theresa) of Andover and Kevin (Laura) of Newburyport; and his cousin Chip (Michelle) of Burlington. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, July 28th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Morris Funeral Home (45 N Main St, Ipswich, MA 01938).

In lieu of flowers, donations in John's memory may be made to support his children's education at https://go.fidelity.com..

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Morris Funeral Home, Inc.



Mon

July 28

Visitation

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Morris Funeral Home
45 N Main St, Ipswich, MA 01938

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