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Kaylin A. Gillis

2003 - 2023

Kaylin A. Gillis obituary, 2003-2023, Schuylerville, NY

BORN

2003

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

Flynn Bros. Inc. Funeral Home - Schuylerville

13 Gates Ave. Ext.

Schuylerville, New York

Kaylin Gillis Obituary

Schuylerville -Kaylin A. Gillis, 20, left this world far before her time, her hopes and dreams left with her, due to a senseless act, on Saturday, April 15, 2023.She was born February 23, 2003, in Saratoga Springs, NY, to Andrew and Angelique (Winnie) Gillis.Kaylin was a 2021 graduate of Schuylerville Central School, she had hopes and dreams of becoming a Veterinarian or Marine Biologist. She loved interacting with animals, Goats and Dolphins being her favorite.Kaylin had the gift of being an artist, she created drawings of animated figures and real-life characters. She was a Disney fanatic, she knew every movie, hero and princess ever created. Her favorite characters were Mickey Mouse and Stitch.Kaylin lit up any room she was in, and she was the glue of her family. She was loyal, outgoing, beautiful, and smart, it was a part of her natural instincts to always do the next right thing.She loved tacos, cheeseburgers, and ice cream. Family was most important to her, and she never missed a Sunday Dinner at Mi Mi's. Any chance she could spend with her family she would.She was predeceased by her grandfather Brian Gillis, and great-grandmother, Ruth Fox.She is survived by her loving parents, Andrew and Angelique Gillis of Schuylerville; sisters, Madilyn and Lilliana; paternal grandmother, Carol Gillis, maternal grandparents, Susan and Jack Amodeo; aunts and uncles, Rachel (Bryan) Borges, Kassiah (James) Winnie, Ryan (Katie) Amodeo, Chris (Kellie) Amodeo, David (Susan) Gillis and Laura Sawyer; great-grand-father, Howard Fox; companion and long time boyfriend, Blake Walsh; many cousins, Ethan, Aislinn, Ashton, Piper, AvaRae , Aiden and Jaxon as well as several extended family and friends.A celebration of Kaylin's life will be held at 4 pm on Friday, April 21, 2023, at Flynn Bros, Inc. Funeral Home, 13 Gates Avenue, Schuylerville, NY, 12871. Following her service, family and friends are invited to the Old Saratoga American Legion in Schuylerville for a reception.A community gathering for family and friends to pay their respects will be held from 12 pm to 4 pm on Friday, April 21, 2023, prior to Kaylin's service at the funeral home.In lieu of flowers donations in her memory may be made to your local ASPCA or a Go Fund Me set up in her name at https://www.gofundme.com/f/kaylin-gillis to help set up a scholarship in her memory.Online condolences and messages to the family may be made at www.flynnbrosinc.com. https://www.lastingmemories.com/kaylin-a-gillis

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Published by The Saratogian from Apr. 18 to Apr. 19, 2023.

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Cammy nolan sanders

April 26, 2023

Sending your family and friends hugs love and prayers fly high sweet angel your smile and your beauty is what I will remember most about you rip from the sanders family

Cammy sanders

April 26, 2023

Sorry for your loss sending you all hugs and prayers R.I.P. sweet angel you have touched so many peoples heart a lot of us never knew you your beauty and smile we can take away from this and you fly high sweet angel

A mom

April 24, 2023

May God be with you all. Such a horrible tragedy. My prayers are with you. A mom

Melissa Shiffert

April 24, 2023

I hope that you feel your communities coming together to support your beautiful, gracious daughter. May she receive the justice she deserves and may you feel comfortable and safe enough to reach out to your communities for support and respite.
Thinking about, supporting, and hoping for justice for Kaylin in Plattsburgh, NY. R. I. P. young lady.....

Errick

April 23, 2023

I don´t know you but I´m so sorry this happened to you, Kalyn. My heart is hurting for you and your family. Love, always.

Lisa Ann

April 23, 2023

Heaven has a beautiful Angel -

Ruth Wright

April 21, 2023

BLESSINGS

Debbie Nappi

April 21, 2023

I don't know the Gillis Family and I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Kaylin either but I am so very sorry for the loss of Kaylin, my sincere condolences to Kaylin's family and friends, I will pray for all of you... Debbie Nappi

Cindy Lee

April 21, 2023

im so sorry for your loss.

A Mom

April 21, 2023

I am sincerely sorry for your loss in such a senseless tragity. My thoughts are with Kaylin
and family at this most difficult time.
Rest in peace you beautiful child.....

Linda Lewis

April 21, 2023

i do not know you but want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you today.The hardest goodbys are the ones never said. RIP Kaylin.

A mom

April 21, 2023

I share with so many other parents who have heard of the senseless and tragic loss of Kaylin the sorrow and anger your family must be enduring. She sounds like a beautiful girl and know that we all send our support and hopes that your amazing memories, albeit short, will sustain you as you grieve her loss. Rest in peace little one, and bring the joy you shared with your family and friends to heaven.

Christine A Ford

April 21, 2023

I´m so saddened for your family. Kaylin´s obituary pays tribute to a wonderful young woman. There are truly no words for the magnitude of this tragedy. The hearts of the community are with you in support of your loss.

Linda P Strangio

April 21, 2023

My heart hurts for all of Kaylin's family and friends. May you find the courage, faith, and strength to help you in your loss.

Liv Erskine

April 20, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Friend

April 20, 2023

To the Gillis family,
So,sorry for your loss. May God give you strength to get through this , to young to soon ! I am with you ! RIP !
A father and grandfather !

Farewell Too Soon Bouquet

Patricia and family

Sent Flowers

Trace Cronin

April 20, 2023

GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND KAYLIN RIP!

CAROLE ANNE CORNE

April 20, 2023

I DIDNT KNOW YOU BUT ....GOD REST YOUR SOUL...WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PERSON YOU WERE INSIDE AN OUT....

Melissa Alkes (Ms. Davis - her 3rd grade teacher)

April 20, 2023

Words cannot describe this horrific tragedy. She was such a sweet girl who was a joy to be around. I can still remember her sweet smile and bubbly personality!!!

Daved La'Montagne....a parent

April 20, 2023

My profound condolences to the families of Kaylin

Linda Serafin cousin to the Fox's and Bohl's.

April 20, 2023

Susan and Uncle Howard,
Our sincerne codolences for the loss of Katlin. We are praying for the entire families on both sides. I have no wards for this awful seneless tragedy. May preputal light shine upon her and may she rest in peace Amen.

A grieving grandmother

April 20, 2023

To the Gillis family and all who loved her,
I cannot comprehend this loss and what grief, rage, or other feelings you are experiencing. I pray that you all land surrounded by beautiful memories of your lovely Kaylin with peace.

Louis Balog

April 20, 2023

I do not know Kaylin Gillis or her family. Kaylin, you left your mark on me I will never forget the love that traveled with you. I have a glimpse of the caring heart you possessed and I wish to hold to the challenge you set before me! Love Louis.

Mick & Darlene Riley

April 20, 2023

We do not know your family but our hearts are broken for your loss! We are parents of 2 Adult girls and 1son and 12 grandchildren . Praying for all of you! God Bless. East Greenbush, NY

Philip D

April 19, 2023

I did not know your daughter, nor do I know your family. My heart broke tonight for all of you watching Mr. Gillis on the news. Please know that so many people you do not even know have you all in their prayers and send their sympathies love and support on what is an unthinkable loss. Have faith that there are still many good people in this world. May your daughter´s memory serve to inspire and be eternal. May you find some comfort and strength in the love and support which surrounds you . Deepest condolences. Philip D -Boston MA

the Robillard family

April 19, 2023

So very sorry to hear of this senseless tragedy, deepest condolences from all of us to the Gillis family.

A mother

April 19, 2023

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Such a beautiful young lady with eyes full of happiness and promises of tomorrow. As much as she left those footprints upon your hearts, each and everyone of you shared and left many happy memories that she treasured. Kaylin´s eyes said it all, she was a happy young lady, full of love and happiness and looking ahead to many more tomorrows.

Stacey

April 19, 2023

Prayers and condolences to everyone touched by this tragedy. RIP Kaylin

Sandra Sidoti

April 19, 2023

Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to help through this grieving process. I know Kaylin through my granddaughter's eyes. May God bless and keep you.

Sandy

Hailey Briggs

April 19, 2023

Ill miss her, she was like a friend to me

Lisa Spoerl

April 19, 2023

I´m so sorry for all who knew and loved Kaylin.
I personally didn´t know her. But what a beautiful girl taken WAY too soon!

A parent

April 19, 2023

Just sending you some comfort as you grieve.

A mom

April 19, 2023

Peace.

A Mother In the Capital District

April 19, 2023

To the family of Kaylin please find solace in knowing many in the Capital District are praying for your family. I can't imagine the pain your family is going through, but I hope you find comfort in all who surround you during this very difficult time.

Kim Bascom

April 19, 2023

I am so very sorry for your loss... I did not know Kaylin but she must have been an amazing person... I will pray for her family and friends...

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Scott Chamberland

April 18, 2023

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Eva

April 18, 2023

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