Robert J Gillis

Robert J Gillis obituary, Sarasota, FL

Robert J Gillis

Robert Gillis Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 1, 2024.
Robert "Bobby" Gillis, of Rockland MA and Sarasota FL, passed away Thursday, February 29th. Bobby was the life partner of Nancy Didrikson of Rockland MA. He is survived by his daughter, Nicole Gillis and granddaughter, Adriana Mayos, of Weymouth. He was born in Boston on October 4, 1951 and was the son of the late Robert and Josephine (McGrath) Gillis. Bobby leaves three sisters, Marjorie Rios and Joan Marie Gillis of Somerville, and Rosemary Sullivan of Norwood. He was predeceased by two sisters, Kathleen Murphy and Roberta Jenks. Bobby leaves many nieces, nephews and dear friends, especially Tom Mila of Woburn and Scotty Peters of Dorchester.

"Boston Bob" as he was known to his friends in Sarasota, loved taking his beloved dog, Macy, for walks along Lake Ibis in Sarasota. He was a proud member of St. Kevin's Drum and Bugle Corp. and OFD Uphams Corner. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

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April 12, 2024

Joanne Escada posted to the memorial.

April 7, 2024

Angelica DeRossi planted trees.

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Joanne Escada

April 12, 2024

Bobby was such a good man. I will never forget our special times together. You were always so tender and loving with me and mine. Reading books together by candlelight, long walks and just enjoying our times together. I will never forget you. Condolences to your family. Love you Bobby. Rest In Peace.

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Angelica DeRossi

April 7, 2024

I remember he walked up to us at the pool at Sun N Fun Sarasota and asked if we knew how to play LRC. That's when it all started. The Shenanigans started then. We share the same birthday and he always had a great hug. I will always remember him! I was one of his friends that jumped in to perform CPR. Love you Bobby!!! Until next time my friend...

Heather K

April 3, 2024

Sending my deepest condolences to Nancy and Bobby´s family. He was a good man and a friend to all who knew him. May he rest in peace.

Sacco

April 3, 2024

He will forever be in our thoughts and heart!! Love to Nancy and Family.

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April 2, 2024

My dear friend Nancy, this was the last time I had the pleasure of swing Bobby. I thought the way he danced with you was so sweet these were the pics I took. Sorry they aren´t better or I didn´t get more time to get to know him. I´m so very sorry for your loss!

Darla and Sergey Latokhin

April 2, 2024

Dearest Nancy we are so saddened to hear of this loss! Or deepest sympathies are with you and all of the family! Bob was such an amazing person who welcomed all around him we where blessed to have met him and you at Sun Outdoors our thought, Prayers and so many hugs are with you! Rest in peace Bob you will be truly missed by all!

Roussy Linda

April 1, 2024

Hi Nancy, we like to give our sincere condoleances to You and the family! Our though and prayer are to You and your family in these very difficult moment. We had the chance to know Bobby by renting your florida mobile home last winter. He was a nice personne ,a really good man . I pray god that he give You strength and may god have his soul.
Linda and Robert Lapointe

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