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Anthony R. "Tony" Gillenwater
1972 - 2015
BORN
1972
DIED
2015
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Anthony Gillenwater Obituary
Tony was born Aug. 3, 1972, in Galesburg, the son of Richard E. and Kathleen Anne Hanrahan Gillenwater. He married Ericka Welch.
Tony is survived by his parents, Richard "Gilly" and Kathy, formerly of Galesburg; his daughter and son, Taylor and Jacob Gillenwater, both of Galesburg; three sisters, Laurie (Tony) Icaza of Nicaragua, Lisa (James) Hasken of Clinton, Iowa, and Tricia Tripas of Chicago; three nieces, Jessica and Tiffany Perez and Carly Hasken; and two nephews, Will and Joe Hasken.
Tony graduated from Galesburg High School in 1990. He then began working alongside his father at Industrial Movers, Galesburg. Tony was currently the vice president of the company. Tony was a member of Operating Engineers Local 649. An avid sports fan, his favorite teams were the New York Mets, the Philadelphia Eagles, and the Miami Hurricanes. Tony enjoyed coaching area youth baseball and football teams. He spent countless hours supporting his kid's athletic activities. He was a dog lover and is survived by his buddy Boomer. Tony was also a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.
Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 7, 2015, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Rev. Msgr. Ernest Pizzamiglio will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery. The Rosary will be prayed at 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6, 2015, at Watson-Thomas Funeral Home and Crematory, with a visitation to follow from 5 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be directed in Tony's memory to the Knox County Humane Society. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.watsonthomas.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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February 11, 2015
Dick and Kathleen, B emnrtwords can`t help the terrible grief you are feeling right now, but your family and friends are pulling for you. Seek God's help. Many fond memories. Chuck Bennett
C & J Trucking of Iowa
February 9, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dustin Foster
February 8, 2015
Thoughts and prayers with the family.
Lanetta Orozco
February 7, 2015
Prayers to You all. Stay Strong
Steven Mott and Steven Oliver
February 7, 2015
Our hearts and prays go out to you Laurie and family.
Becky Ruhl
February 6, 2015
Laurie, Lisa, Tricia and family - I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I am praying for strength , comfort and peace for all of you during this very difficult time. Becky ( Roberts ) Ruhl
Jeff Beckner
February 6, 2015
Gilly, Very sorry to hear about Tony. Did not get the news until today 2/6. I had the unique opertinity to watch him grow to become a 1st class equipment installer. From our first Doorline back in 1996 to just a few years ago and all the one's in between. I will miss him and always remember.
Sandy & Gene Voorhees
February 6, 2015
Our prayers are with you.
Gary and Stephanie Smith
February 5, 2015
Our sincere prayers for the family. May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Susan Tully Ferguson
February 5, 2015
Dick & Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Live every day like it is your last and be thankful for what you have. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Susan Tully Ferguson
todd horton
February 5, 2015
damn kid...R.I.P..i hope the Gillenwater family is doing the best they can..remember the good times..life is to short..old school buddies...todd horton
Steve and Joy McKelvie
February 5, 2015
With our deepest sympathy and prayers to the family. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Kelli Wilson
February 5, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Tony will truly be missed.
Lynda Anderson
February 4, 2015
Gilly I am so sorry for your great loss . My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. Many prayers are being sent for you and your family today and always for your loss and trying to deal with it all for a life time.
Sincerely
Lynda Anderson
Tina Benedict
February 4, 2015
We send our deepest sympathies to the family. Prayers for Peace for you during this difficult time. Tina and Brooke Benedict
JESSICA PEREZ
February 4, 2015
We all miss u sooo much already
Love u
Alicia Condreay
February 4, 2015
A wonderful person will be missed greatly. Sending much love, hugs, and prayers to the entire family during this most difficult time and for many days ahead that will be just as hard. Remain strong in honor of Tony. Alicia Condreay, Alexa & Adyson Eastburg
David Ronk
February 4, 2015
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY MEMBERS. TONY WAS A GREAT FRIEND AND HE WILL BE MISSED.
Joyce and Mike Hasselbacher
February 4, 2015
Your light will always shine! It will always keep my darkness a little brighter. Your in a better place now and i hope there is no more pain and you finally have your peace.
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