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MARK GILLIS Obituary

GILLIS, Mark Allen Of Chelmsford on May 16, 2014. Loving son of Arlene M. (Deeb) and Kevin A. Gillis of Chelmsford. Brother of Ryan and his wife Krystal of Billerica; Uncle of Cameron Gillis. Visiting hours in Shawsheen Funeral Home, 281 Great Rd., BEDFORD on Thursday May 22, 2014 6 to 9pm. Funeral in Shawsheen Funeral Home on Friday, May 23, 2014 at 10am with burial to follow in Pine Ridge Cemetery, Chelmsford. Relatives and friends invited. More info and directions: www.shawsheenfuneralhome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from May 18 to May 19, 2014.

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February 2, 2016

Kevin and Arrlene,I am so,so sorry for your loss.No loving mom and dad should ever have to experience your tragedy.we sincerely regret our tardiness on our condolences,but we just recently learned of Marks passing.Candles have been lit,prayers said,and tears shed.....but we know nothing can fix the hurt and loss.Please know you and yours are constantly in our thoughts. All our love,Mark,Patti,Morgan,Whitney and andrew(in spirit) keeffe

John Curtis

June 30, 2015

I was greatly saddened to hear about Mark's passing. He was one of the most fully alive people I have ever met, and a joy to be around. Mark was one of those people who could make a room seem brighter just by walking into it. This world is a darker place without him.

K

July 26, 2014

My family sends our deepest condolences. You are a beautiful family. My mother speaks very highly of you all. Xoxo

Mommy

June 26, 2014

I love you so much, can't wait til you scoop
Me up , hopefully soon !

May 27, 2014

Dear Arlene and Kevin,

The years have gone by rather quickly but you have always been in our thoughts and especially now with the loss of your son Mark. We were deeply saddened by this news and would like to extend our condolences and deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Charlie and Janice Ferris - Burlington, MA

Judy lynch

May 23, 2014

Arlene and Kevin, It's been a long time but I had to offer you both my deepest heartfelt condolences at the loss of your son Mark. There is nothing more tragic or heartbreaking then the loss of a child. Please take solace in the belief that love knows no boundaries and transcends worlds.Until you see Mark again, hang on tight to each other and to that beautiful grandson of yours.
Thoughts and Prayers. Judy

May 23, 2014

Arlene, Kevin and Ryan,

We are saddened and heartbroken and send our deepest condolences. May the memories you cherish help ease the burden of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda, Robert and Mark Earnest

Gloria, Kevin & John Gambone

May 23, 2014

Your vibrant personality, your tremendous sense of humor and that great big smile will always be remembered.

Joan McDermott

May 21, 2014

Dear Arlene,Kevin and Ryan,
We were so very sorry to read of Mark's death. We often think fondly of the days when little Mark, called "the Gill dude" by little Mike, played, pretended, had fun sleepovers and thoroughly enjoyed being (six, seven, eight year old?) little boys.
Good memories...
We are so very sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Joan and Jay McDermott

Tish Callanan

May 20, 2014

Arlene,
So sorry to hear the sad news. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. May fond memories bring you peace and love.
Tish

Bev Goodman

May 20, 2014

Arlene and Kevin ,
So sorry to hear of your Son Mark passing.
Love, Bev

May 19, 2014

Dear Arline and Kevin, It is with great sadness I heard about the loss of your beloved son Mark. Let there be comfort in knowing how many people are praying for you and your family at this time. I know I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May the strength of God Bless you.
Love,
Marie Tremblay

Lindsay Bridle

May 19, 2014

Arlene, Kevin, and Ryan, I am truly sorry for your loss. I just can not seem to fathom the reality of this tragedy. No comforting words come to mind, but know I hold a heavy heart for your family.

May 19, 2014

Dear Arlene, Kevin, and Ryan - please know that our thoughts are with you and our hearts are heavy. Mark has always been one of our favorite people and there are so many fond memories of happy little boys causing all sorts of mischief.

Love, Laurie Huber and Alex Finstein

May 19, 2014

Arlene and Kevin - my deepest sympathy to you both. Its such a sad thing to lose a child. May he rest in peace - Love Cousin Elaine & Jeff Lyman

May 19, 2014

Dear Arlene and Kevin, I am both sad and shocked to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayer's are with you both Roger and Karen DaSilva

May 19, 2014

Arlene, Kevin and Ryan,
Truly, there are no words that can be said that can take away your pain . I will not even attempt to. I am in shock hearing this news this morning. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Louise, Stephen, Rob and Mark Cocuzzo

May 19, 2014

Dear Gillis Family, we were so sorry to read about this today. Please accept our sincere sympathy in the loss of your son Mark. Shari, Charles, Bennett, and Edward Craig of Arlington

Doug Britt

May 19, 2014

My deepest sympathies and prayers are directed to Mark's family and friends in the days and weeks ahead. God Bless Mark. Doug Britt

JULIE HEWITT

May 19, 2014

LIGHTING A CANDLE FOR YOU, TO KNOW U WILL BE REMEMBERED ALWAYS & LOVED SO MUCH.

Marilyn Baker

May 18, 2014

Arlene, Please accept my sympathy & prayers for such a sad time in your life. I hope many good memories will console you. Max

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6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

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Funeral

10:00 a.m.

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23

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Pine Ridge Cemetery

Chelmsford, MA

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