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Keith Wade Gillis
1969 - 2017
Keith Wade Gillis
1969 - 2017
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BORN
1969
DIED
2017
Keith Gillis Obituary
He is survived by his son, Logan Gillis and his siblings, Mary Annette (Jerry) Gillis, Johnena (James) MacFadyen, Kevin (Carolann) Gillis, Roxanne (Ronnie) MacPhee, and Danita (Aaron) Gillis. He is also survived by nieces and nephews who he dearly loved, Haley and Harrison MacFadyen; Mira, Dane and Daria Gillis; and Danni Rae and Mallory MacInnis.
Wade was predeceased by his two infant brothers, Peter and Darcy Gillis.
Wade treasured simple moments in life with family and friends, whether it was playing a game of cards or just telling lively stories over a cup of tea. He also had a great passion for underground mining and vehicles built for speed. Sharing a laugh and making people laugh were two of his favorite things.
Visitation will take place on Thursday, October 19, in the vestry of St Mary's Church, Mabou, from 4-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held Friday at 11 a.m. in St Mary's Church, Mabou, with Father Bernie MacDonald officiating. Burial to follow in the parish cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St Mary's Parish Cemetery Fund, Mabou.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.invernessfuneralhome.com
May loved ones who have passed before you embrace you with love and open arms, and may deep peace find your soul. Wade, we will miss you dearly and love you always.....until we meet again.
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Angus Mac Neil
November 4, 2017
To all the Gillis family . So sorry to hear of Wade passing . Another good man gone ahead . Our thoughts and prayers are with you , Angus Mac Neil BlackStone .
Neila MacNeil-Hardage
October 22, 2017
I was truly sorry to hear of Wade's passing. I will always remember him fondly. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. You are all in my prayers!
Laureen & Darrell Nicholson
October 19, 2017
So sorry to hear of Wade's sudden passing, he was one of a kind and will be sadly missed. Our condolences to the whole family, and may memories of good times help you through your loss.
Margie Gillis
October 19, 2017
Dear Logan: Johnathan and the rest of our family are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. Take care buddy! (Also to the entire Gillis family)
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October 18, 2017
"So very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! SANDY AND EVELYN MACDONNELL
Kevin MacDonald
October 17, 2017
Condolences to the family Rip Wade
Caroline Lyons
October 17, 2017
So sad for the loss of your brother Danita and for your families loss. Though I never met your brother Daniita I have fondest memories of you and my heart breaks for you. Sending love and condolences my sweet friend. Your brother I am sure is talking fast cars with Dale Earnhardt and is at peace. God rest his soul!
Shelley Campbell/Cunningham
October 17, 2017
Looking at all these pictures I can hear his laugh!! Nothing but good memories of a sweet guy who kept it simple...thoughts and prayers to the Gillis family and all of Wades loved ones...rest easy buddy.
October 17, 2017
So very sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Nancy Rankin (Calgary, AB)
Angela Gillis
October 17, 2017
Very sorry for your loss--though I didn't know Wade well, I do know he will be greatly missed. Hugs to all--take care, Angela
Anne Margaret Larade
October 17, 2017
Mary Annette, Johnena, Kevin, Roxanne, Danita and all your families, my heart aches for your loss. Whenever I saw Wade there was always a smile and hello from him plus maybe a quick story that made you laugh and that he could do. My deepest sympathy to you all.
October 17, 2017
May fond memories of Wade bring you comfort during this very sad time. My heart and prayers go out to all of you. Susan Rankin (Singapore)
Kathleen Gillis
October 17, 2017
Sorry to hear of this young man's death,,His Father and My Husband were very near related..Sympathy to all the Gillies...
Al Campbell
October 17, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Wade and I shared some great times together. Thoughts and prayers being sent to his family.
janet timmons
October 17, 2017
Sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you
October 17, 2017
So sorry to hear this. I just came to know Wade in the last two years and shared some laughs with him during his computer endeavours and search for work. A very endearing soul. Condolences to all. May he Rest In Peace.
Jesslyn Timmons
Audrey Deagle
October 17, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss wade was a great schoolmate and always could make people laugh to his family prayers going to you all
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