Patrick Kenneth Gillson

Patrick Kenneth Gillson obituary, Wood River, IL

Patrick Kenneth Gillson

Patrick Gillson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Marks Mortuary on Mar. 6, 2025.
Patrick Kenneth Gillson, 50, passed away March 3, 2025 at LaBella of Alton.
Born April 2, 1974 in Alton, he was the son of Ricky Steven Gillson and Linda Sue (Dirickson) Kraut.
He had been a self-employed delivery driver and was a loyal KSHE-95 listener.
Surviving are a long-time companion, Misty Stone; son, Tyler Gillson of Orlando, FL; brother, Travis Gillson of Godfrey; half-brothers, Quentin Gillson, Nathan Gillson; and half-sisters, Ashley Dudley, Dawn Gillson, and Jasmine Gillson.
Cremation rites were accorded.
No services have been scheduled at this time.
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