Ronnie loved fishing and a good BBQ. He was a lover of animals and had a passion for security working for Black Belt Security for 40years. He was known for his big heart and his great sense of humour. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Ronnie is survived by his wife Diane Gillis, children Selena (Troy) Wambolt, RJ (Christine) Gillis and Allan Gillis, grandchildren; Vincent, Makayla, Keagan, Cody, Breagh, Breanna, Dakoda, and Dawson, siblings, his twin, Connie Welton, Allan ‘Gic’ Gillis (Murdith) Frankie (Pauline) Gillis.
He was predeceased by his parents Allan Vincent Gillis and Mary Lucy (Bowman) Gillis, one sister Colleen Siller and his best friend Bear.
The family would like to extend thanks to Dr. Ron MacCormick, Tom MacNeil and CB Cancer Centre, Palliative Care and the VON for all their care and compassion.
Visitation for Ronald Gillis will be from 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Sunday February 23, 2020 at TW Curry Parkview Chapel, 755 George St. Funeral Mass will be held at 11am on Monday at St. Theresa’s Church with Fr. Dennis Lamey officiating. Donations, if desired, can be made in his memory to the Cancer Centre at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital. Online condolences or memories can be shared with family by visiting www.twcurry.com.