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Russell Gillis Obituary
He is proceeded in death by his father James Gillis. He is survived by his wife of 46 years Julie Gillis; Mother, Bonnie Gillis; brother James Gillis; Children, Clinton (Beth) Gillis, Nicole Gillis and Patrick Gillis; Granddaughters, Kayla Gillis, Kinsley Gillis, Kylee Gillis and Grandson, Ethan Gillis;
A celebration of Russ' life will be held at the San Vicente CC Clubhouse from 5-7PM on Wednesday April 2nd.
For family and friends in Ohio a subsequent Memorial will be announced at a later date.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Christine Bacu Milby
March 31, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about you loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie & Buzz Lefever
March 31, 2025
We are so sorry to hear this news. We shared wonderful memories of Russ during our years as neighbors in Westerville and soccer parents of Clint and our son Bret. May God bless the entire Gillis family. Buzz and Debbie Lefever
Gary Romano
March 31, 2025
He will be greatly missed. RIP Russell.
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