Victor Gillett Obituary

GILLETT, VICTOR C. Shelbyville Victor C. Gillett, age 63, of Shelbyville, passed away on October 31, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Clarissa Gillett; and his nephew, Justin Gillett. He is survived by his brothers, Dennis (Pat) Gillett and Kirk (Ramona) Gillett; his nieces and nephews, Sheila (Manny) DeLaRosa, Michelle Baker, Jason (Stefanie) Gillett, Spencer Gillett and Blake Gillett; and many great nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 1 pm Monday at the Cook Funeral Home, Byron Center, 2067 84th St. The family will receive relatives and friends Monday from 11 am till service time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Published by Grand Rapids Press on Nov. 3, 2012.
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Worked the bus run at the Martin Reformed Church and he helped out on our farm. Ron Roobol

November 8, 2012

Dennis and Kirk and Families: So sorry to learn of the passing of Vic. I have many wonderful memories growing up and living next door to your parents and you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara (Fudge) Wyatt

November 4, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 4, 2012

Esther and I are sorry to hear of Victor's passing. It's a shame we don't get to see our relatives more often. Victor's dad was my first cousin.

Dale Gillette

November 3, 2012

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