Name: Visitation for ANDREW P. "ANDY" GILLIS
Start: 2019-01-10T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-01-11T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Gillooly Funeral Home

GILLIS, Andrew P. "Andy" Lifelong resident of Norwood, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on January 8, 2019. Loving son of Gregory W. and Joanne M. (Gearty) Gillis of Norwood. Beloved husband of Karen A. (Cummings) Gillis. Cherished father of Katherine T., Lauren E. and Grace K. Gillis all of Norwood. Dear brother of Gregory W. and his wife Nancy of Norwood, Matthew J. and his wife Kathleen of Norwood, Heather J. Porreca and her husband Edward of Attleboro, and Amanda A. Durand and her husband Douglas of Canton. Andy is also lovingly survived by many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Andy was a proud graduate of St. Catherine of Siena School, Blue Hills Regional Vocational Technical High School, Class of 1984, and Bridgewater State University. He worked for many years as a District Sales Manager at Cox Automotive–Manheim, New England. In his spare time, Andy enjoyed traveling and cherished spending time with his family and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 11th at 8am from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole Street (Rte. 1A), NORWOOD, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00AM in St. Catherine of Siena Church, Norwood. Interment will follow in Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Visiting hours will be held Thursday, January 10th from 4-8PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Andy to My Brother's Keeper, 534 Washington Street, North Easton, MA 02356. Gillooly Funeral Home Norwood 781-762-0174 www.gilloolyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 8 to Jan. 9, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for ANDREW GILLIS

19 Entries

Heather Lambert

July 4, 2019

My condolences on Andy's passing. I played waterpolo with him at BSU when he was a senior. He was always kind and encouraging even to the scrawny freshman girl who could have easily been ignored. I've always remembered him and was saddened to hear of his passing.

Susan Hand

January 21, 2019

To the Gillis family. I am so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. Andy and I attended St. Catherine's together and he will always remain a childhood friend in my heart. May all of you have peace in your heart, as he shines down on you. Rest in peace Andy.

Lot Swarns

January 14, 2019

Sending my condolences to the Gillis family. Andy. My prayers are with your family.

Al Sewell

January 13, 2019

My condolences to the Gillis family. He always spoke so highly of his family. I worked with him briefly during my time at Manheim New England. Hold on to your memories and great times with him.
May he now Rest In Peace.

Stephanie Quartararo

January 13, 2019

Sincere condolences to the Gillis family.
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

GREGORY Malone

January 12, 2019

I heard about it at planeridge racecourse last night. I'm very sorry for the loss!

Sherri Jones

January 11, 2019

So Sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I remember Andy as always having a smile on his face and kind words. He will now be your guardian angel watching over his family. Sending prayers for the family.

January 11, 2019

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Terri Brooks

January 10, 2019

My deepest sympathy to Karen and the Gillis Family. Andy was one of the kindest, thoughtful, funny, sweetest people I have had the pleasure of knowing. I am so saddened by this news. Know that God will help you through this together with your loved ones. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Rest in peace Andy (2nd-story).

Dan Fallon

January 10, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Prayers and our thoughts and sympathy go out for Andy and to his great family from the Fallon family.

Tonya Beamon

January 10, 2019

My condolences and prayers goes out to the Gillis family during this difficult time. Andy spoke highly of his wife and daughter. May Andy continue to be your guardian angel and provide you with protection, love and support.

Carmel & Vincent Kerrigan

January 9, 2019

So sorry to hear about Andy's passing. He always had a smile and was good for a laugh. Keeping you all in our thoughts

Dennis Aldrich

January 9, 2019

Sincere condolences to the Gillis Family. I hope that the thoughts and prayers of family and friends can be of some comfort to you.

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Claire Connors

January 9, 2019

Dear Joanne and family, my heart breaks for you. My sincere condolences.

Julianne Nemes Walsh

January 8, 2019

Dear Karen and Girls,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Julianne, Michael, Abigail, Aidan, and Mairead Walsh

Lily Busa

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Anne Marie Eliopoulos

January 8, 2019

Dearest Karen and your beautiful daughters, I'm deeply saddened by the loss of Andy, your true love and the best dad in the world. He's in God's Hands and always will be shining a special light from Heaven on all of you. His suffering is over but you, the girls and family and friends will be loved and cared for forever because you're such a special lady. I'm here for you. I love you Karen you are always in my heart and prayers. Rest in the sweetest of Peace Andy. Godspeed.

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