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John J Gillis

July 29, 1932 - April 6, 2022

John J. Gillis, 89, of Stroudsburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Born in Brooklyn, New York he was the son of the late George and Margaret Gillis. John was the beloved husband of Mary Alice Holmes. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy. John worked at The New York Telephone Company and also the New York City Fire Department. He volunteered with RSVP and was active in the Knights of Columbus where he was a fourth degree knight. He was a member of the American legion and a Lifetime member of the NRA. John was a group Boy Scout leader. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Survivors: John will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Alice Holmes. Services: A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Bolock funeral home and Crematory, Inc has been entrusted with arrangements. Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Awsom Animal Shelter, 3129 Godfrey Ridge Dr., Stroudsburg, Pa 18360 or Trinity Episcopal Church, 137 Trinity Hill Road, mount Pocono, Pa 18344.

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John J. Gillis, 89, of Stroudsburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Born in Brooklyn, New York he was the son of the late George and Margaret Gillis. John was the beloved husband of Mary Alice Holmes. He honorably served his country... View Obituary & Service Information

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