She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Jerry Gillis, in November 2015.
Survivors include sons, Chad Gillis (Natalie) and Luke Gillis (Maleah); sister, Marlene Madison; and 4 grandchildren.
The Gillis family invites all friends and family to join them for a time of remembrance and reflection to be held 5:00-8:00pm on Wednesday, April 20, 2016, in the Gold Room of the Pearl Community Center.