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David Gilles Obituary
LIMA -- David K. Gilles age 80, of Lima passed away 1:44 a.m., Tuesday at St.
Rita's. He was born Feb. 12, 1943 in Lima to the late George Anthony and L. Lucille Rose (Welter) Gilles. He married Linda L. Selby April 14, 1990 and she preceded him in death Nov. 30, 2019.
David enjoyed boating, fishing and supporting his grandchildren in their sports. He was an Ohio State Fan and a Cleveland Indians fan.
Survivors include children Matt (Teri) Gilles of Lima, Heather (Tim) Holly of Lima and stepchildren: Steve Richardson of Lima, Ken (Kelly) Richardson of Knoxville, TN and Laura (Greg) Smith of Knoxville, TN; 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; siblings: Carol Gillotti of Dayton, Judy Nussbaum of Kalida, Kathy (Joe Degens) Gilles of St. Clair Shores, MI and Greg (Diane) Gilles of Delphos and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his favorite companions Trucker and Jake and brothers-in-law Fred Gillotti and Jim Nussbaum.
Family will receive friends 10 to 12 at St. Rose Catholic Church Wednesday, June 21 with Father David Ross officiating the mass at noon.
Entombment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery with military rites being provided by V. F. W. Post 1275. Live streaming is available at stroselimaohio.org.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Deb's Dogs 1560 Wonderlick Road Lima, OH 45805 and online condolences may be shared at BayliffAndSon.com
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Memories and Condolences
for David Gilles
Adri
April 29, 2025
Grandpa Dave is my only heart I loved him so much and I miss him to this day!
Debbie Lauck
July 29, 2023
Dave was a great guy and a friend to the end to my husband . RIP
Debbie Lauck
Laura Smith
June 21, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Greg Whitney
June 20, 2023
So surprised to hear that Dave has passed!! I spoke with him regularly and will miss our talks. We were neighbors for a few years but friends and family since!
Sending prayers,
Greg Whitney
Justin and Camille Jackson
June 18, 2023
We are so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. Being his neighbor, we were more than happy helping him, and we enjoyed chatting with him. Sending prayers for peace and comfort to his family.
Jan Wagner
June 18, 2023
My sympathy for your loss. Dave and I were
LCC classmates. May he rest in peace.
Jean Fender
June 16, 2023
So sorry to hear this sad news...prayers are being said for Dave and his family...from a fellow classmate...1960.
Jim and Judy Rahrig
June 16, 2023
May you rest in peace "Captain Andy"! . From your classmates Jim and Judy Bowers Rahrig.
George Schiffer
June 15, 2023
Matt and Teri so sorry to hear of Matt's Dad passing. My prayers go out to you. George Schiffer
Bev Thompson
June 15, 2023
Will miss a super LCC classmate. Sending deepest sympathy.
Bev Thompson
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