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Elizabeth Gilly Obituary
Bound Brook
Elizabeth A. "Betty" Gilly died Friday, April 27, 2012, at Overlook Hospital, Summit, with her devoted family at her bedside. Born in Raritan, she moved to Bound Brook in 1947, when she married her loving husband Frank Gilly. Betty was the daughter of the late Carmen and Filomenia Nesta DeMelio. Betty was a graduate of St. Peter's School of Nursing, and was a Registered Nurse at both St. Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick, and Somerset Medical Center, Somerville. She retired in 1950 to become a full time mother and wife. Betty was a long time member of the Bound Brook Seniors and had served as trip organizer and Secretary. She was also member of the Bound Brook Lodge No. 1388, B.P.O. Elks Ladies Auxiliary, and the Ladies of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge 988, Bound Brook. She was also a devoted communicant of St. Mary's Church, Bound Brook.
Surviving are her beloved husband of 65 years, former Mayor Frank Gilly, Sr.; daughters Phyllis (Larry) Bugal and Gail (Michael) Monaghan, both of Bound Brook; son Frank Gilly, Jr., M.D., of Washington; and three grandchildren, Larry Bugal, Jr., Melanie and Veronica Monaghan, and many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral on 9:00 A.M. Friday, May 4th, from Hagan Chamberlain Funeral Home, 225 Mountain Ave., Bound Brook, followed by a 9:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church. Interment will be at Resurrection Burial Park, Piscataway. Visitation is 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. Wednesday, and 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. Thursday.
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for Elizabeth Gilly
May 4, 2012
To the Gilly Family
Sorry of the loss of Wife/Mother. Our families once lived so near.With our love Frank and Connie Cornacchione My brother Mike sisters Nicki and JoAnn and our Uncle Pat.
Debbie Cleaves Elwell and daughters
May 4, 2012
Dear Frank and family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of you Mom. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 3, 2012
Dear Frank, Larry, Phyllis,Mike and Gail our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Robert and Kathleen Jurich
(Bound Brook N.J.)
Yvonne Ritman
May 2, 2012
Phyllis, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please, please, please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
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May 1, 2012
Many, many fond memories of Betty - she holds a special place in my heart. I wish you all peace in knowing how much Betty was loved and respected.
-MaryAnn Beltz
May 1, 2012
Frank and family,Betty will be missed by our whole family. Many years of many fond memories. Mark Mondrone and family
Cathleen Chubrick
May 1, 2012
Frank and Family, sorry for the loss of your wife and mother.
Bob & Jayne spengler
April 30, 2012
Frank, Frank, Gail & Phyllis - we are so very saddened at the loss of your beloved wife and mother. She was truly a remarkable woman and will be sadly missed by all those she touched over her life. May you find peace in your memories, Ever fondly, Bob & Jayne
April 30, 2012
Frank sorry to hear about your wife may she rest in peace.GOD BLESS.
Steve Chubrick Largo,Fl.
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