Gillis- Helen C. (Delaney) of West Roxbury, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on September 27, 2003 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Walter J. Gillis. Endeared mother of Gerard F. Gillis, Laurence J. Gillis, Virginia M. Gillis, all of West Roxbury, and Barbara A. Gillis of Norfolk, MA. Lovingly remembered by her nine grandchildren, Vincent Manzi, Michael Manzi, Laura Sinars, Patrick Manzi, Matthew Gillis, Danielle Gillis, Erin Gillis, Michael Gillis, Joseph Gillis, and eight great grandchildren.
Funeral from the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. WEST ROXBURY on Wednesday October 1, at 9:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in St. John Chrysostom Church, 4750 Washington St. West Roxbury at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visiting hours Tuesday 4-8 PM. Interment St. Joseph cemetery.
Donations may be made in Helen’s memory to The Visiting Nurse Association of Boston, 130 Bradlee St. Hyde Park, MA 02136 617-333-7500.Www.Lawlerfuneralhome.com