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2020
Mark Gilroy Obituary
TYBEE ISLAND, GA — Mark Edward Gilroy died peacefully at Savannah Beach Nursing Home in Tybee Island, Georgia on June 6, 2020.
Mark was born to Charles Edward Gilroy and Donna Mae (Virtue) Gilroy on August 16, 1960.
He graduated from Elida High School near Lima, Ohio and became a carpenter and woodworker for several cabinet makers in the area as well as operating his own handyman business. Mark loved animals and volunteered at Angels for Animals in Elida, Ohio. He enjoyed various types of music, rock concerts, playing his guitar, gardening and doing artwork. Mark also enjoyed working out at the YMCA, spending time with friends and family and especially loved just being at home with the love of his life, Pamela Johnson Berry and their dog, Cheyenne and several cats.
Mark is survived by his soul mate, Pamela Johnson Berry of St. Augustine, Florida; his sister, Pamela Kay (Gilroy) Houston of Savannah, Georgia; another sister, Chrystal (Gilroy) Turner of Louisville, Kentucky and several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Charles "David" Gilroy.
Mark will be truly be missed by his family and friends for his kindness and love to all the people he met.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, a small graveside celebration of his life will be held at a later date to be announced.
Remembrances may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association at act.alz.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Gilroy
Greg Kihm
July 6, 2020
So sad to hear that Mark passed away, especially from such a horrible disease. Mark and I were great friends thru high school but grew apart as years went on. I will never forget the great times we had and I wish his surviving family and friends the best!!
bruce point
June 9, 2020
One of my best friends growing up lol mark an his brother dave saved me from three girls we were about 7 they chased me up a tree. It was on from there. Love ya brother rest in peace.
Dane chisman
June 9, 2020
Sad to hear. Known his family since early 1960's Latham ave. Prayers for all his family and friends. I'm sure Dave is looking out for him.
Keith Wise
June 9, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Keith Wise
June 9, 2020
Mark was a great person and a great cousin. Im so sorry to here that he pasted but I know he is with Donna , Chuck and David. Rest In Peace Mark.
Tanya stalter Kline
June 9, 2020
I'm so sorry for the loss of mark may he rest peaceful he was a good friend to me always enjoyed talking to mark
Kirk Wise
June 9, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kirk Wise
June 9, 2020
So sorry to hear that Mark passed away. I do remember all the fun times we had together growing up! Mark was such a great guy!
Patti
June 9, 2020
Pam,
So very sorry for your loss. Love & Hugs.
Peg Walters
June 9, 2020
what a great guy... So sorry for your loss. We will never forget him! We will be making a donation to Alzheimers Assoc. in his memory. EHS CLASS OF 79.
Gregg Zimmerly
June 8, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person,you were a good fiend, We will love you and miss you always...Gregg & Alice Zimmerly
Cindy Callahan Turner
June 8, 2020
Pam and Chrystal. I am so sorry for the passing of your brother, Mark. Such a sad void our siblings leave in our lives when they pass.
Hugs to everyone.
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