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GILHULY, James "Doc" F. James "Doc" F. Gilhuly, 85, of Bristol, husband of the late Joan (Kelly) Gilhuly, died Saturday (October 29, 2005) at the Sub-Acute Center, Forestville. Doc Gilhuly was born in New Haven on September 6, 1920 and was a son of the late Francis and Mary (Carey) Gilhuly. He has resided in Bristol for the past 45 years and in the early 1960's he opened his practice as a Naturopathic Physician until his retirement 15 years ago. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II, a member of the American Legion Seicheprey Post #2 where for several years he served as team manager and physician for the Bristol American Legion Baseball team, and he was very active in many civic organizations. Doc Gilhuly is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Patrick "Pat" and Barbara Gilhuly of Granby; a daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen and Joseph Clancy of Bloomfield; three brothers, Robert Gilhuly of New Haven, Edward Gilhuly of Cheshire, and David Gilhuly of Woodbridge; a sister, Marion Gilhuly of Branford; three grandchildren, Pat Gilhuly and Bret and Brigit Clancy; two great grandchildren, Ryan and Erin Gilhuly; and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a sister Eleanor Connors. A private funeral service with burial in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol will be at the convenience of the family. Relative and friends may call at the Funk Funeral Home, 35 Bellevue Ave., Bristol on Tuesday November 1, from 4-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to MAGIC Foundation, MAS Division, 6645 West North Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302. www.funkfuneralhome.com
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pierce carey
November 5, 2005
On behalf of the Carey family, I'd like to extend my condolences to the entire Gilhuly family.
Dan Stern
November 2, 2005
I was very saddened to hear about Doc’s passing. I had the honor and privilege of knowing Doc during my years of playing Legion Baseball in Bristol from 1992 to 1994. He was a wonderful man who would always greet you with a smile and a hardy handshake every time he saw you. He would always have such great words of wisdom to pass along to the team and taught us how to be great winners in victory and gracious losers in defeat. I will never forget how passionate he was about the game of baseball and about his players. He was a great man who will be sorely missed, but never forgotten.
Karen Schaefer
November 1, 2005
I am saddened to hear of the passing of such a dear and dynamic man, who ALWAYS brightened my day when he came to the office where I worked to see Jimmy Ziogas, and said "Hello Sophia!" and never failed to bring a treat with him! Such a bright light in this world!! Since moving to Hawaii 16 months ago, I have never forgotten Doc and even have a picture of him here in my office. My condolences to all his family. Doc, it was an honor and a privilege to have known you! I know you are in heaven with our Almighty God and Father, may you rest in peace, my friend!
Sheila Rubitz
October 31, 2005
To my dear Cousins Kathleen and Patrick....Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Joanie have always held a special place in my heart as warm-hearted, generous and loving people. Both of them lived their lives with that wonderful spirit of joy and laughter that we have been blessed to share as a part of our beloved Irish heritage. Please take comfort at your loss of Uncle Jimmy in knowing that your parents have been happily reunited in Heaven with each other, and now will share a peaceful eternity together surronded by loving family and friends.....Nana & Grampa Gilhuly, Uncle Jimmy's beloved sister and my mom, Eleanor...even Uncle Jimmy's beautiful calico cat, Candy, from so many years ago. Uncle Jimmy's kindness to our family will never be forgotten.
with loving memories,
Your cousin Sheila
Bill Kane
October 31, 2005
Condolences to the Gilhuly Family. Doc's commitment of service to the community of Bristol will be his legacy that will live on forever. His sense of caring for his patients, will be remembered by scores of atheletes, including myself as he helped to get us "back in the game" as soon as possible. Doc truely understood the concept of Servant Leadership. His energy will live on with everyone who he touched. Thanks for loaning him to us for all too short a time !
Rick Riemer
October 31, 2005
Pat and family; I am very saddened to learn of the passing of "Doc". Doc was always good to me and I learned a lot from him. Many of the lessons weren't realized for a number of years but I am stronger for them.
Please accept my sympathies.
Rick Riemer
Funk Funeral Home
October 31, 2005
Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.
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