Howard F. Gillen Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Howard F. Gillen (Kersey, Pennsylvania), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 13, 2026 at the age of 100. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Morris Gillen and Sadie Rigard Fosberg; his wife Gladys Frey; his stepfather Lowell Fosberg; and his siblings, Helen Bauer and Paul Gillen.

He is survived by: his children, Joan Herbstritt (Donnie) of Kersey and David Gillen (Diane) of Kersey; his grandchildren, Shawn Gillen (Julie), Brian Gillen (Jena), Dawn Siddens (Bruce), Nichole Mattivi, Jacinda Hoffman (Dave), Monica Pasquinelli-Cohen (Ian), Jesse Herbstritt (Alicia) and Bridget Straub-Rupp (Erik); his great grandchildren, Blake, Carter, Simone, Bailey, Trevor, Parker, Ella, Isabella, Claudia, Darby, Braden, Bryce, Drew, Brynn, Gavin, Grace, Anna and Cole; his stepgreat-grandchildren, Trenten and Carsen; and his great great grandchildren, Makenzie and Enzo.

Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to St. Boniface Church, 355 Main Street, Kersey, PA 15846.