John J. Gillis

John J. Gillis of Hyde Park passed peacefully on April 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 82.  Beloved husband of Mary Gillis (Cibotti) of 60 years.  Devoted father of John R. Gillis and his wife Dawn of Hyde Park and Christopher J. Gillis and his wife Jean of Canton.  Cherished brother of the late Ronald Gillis and his late wife Ann Gillis-Kearns, the late Catherine Kyle and her late husband Bill, and the late Evelyn Bryan and her late husband John.  Loving "Papa" of Aidan, Eddie, Nick, Andrew, and Nolan (Gillis).  Brother in law of Thomas Cibotti and his wife Kathleen and Joseph Cibotti and his wife Kathleen.  Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, and great friends. 

Visiting hours will be held Sunday afternoon from 1-4 PM at the Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home 22 Oak Street Hyde Park.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday morning at 10:30 AM at St Pius X Church Milton (101 Wolcott Rd).  Interment at Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton, relatives and friends invited.

 John was a proud veteran. He served in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964. He was a  most proud papa who thoroughly enjoyed attending in person sporting events of all of his grandchildren. 

A self employed electrician for 34 years he loved his work and all of the wonderful relationships he built along the way. He joined the Boston Fire Department as one of their in house electricians from 1995 until he retired. John was beloved by all who knew him. His kindness and generosity has been a staple throughout his life. 

Please at the family's request in lieu of flowers all donations in Johns memory can be made to New England Center for Homeless Veterans www.nechv.org.

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