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GILLIES, Frances

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MARCH 19, 1927 – AUGUST 13, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Frances Eileen Gillies (nee Doherty) announce her passing at the age of 95, peacefully on August 13, 2022 at Stirling Heights long term care home with loving family by her side.

Fran was predeceased by her husband Claire of 65 years (2013). Dearly loved mother of Patrick Gillies (Mary Anne Black), Margaret Anderton (Ian), John Gillies (Peggy Reynolds), Bruce Gillies (Joan) and Joseph Gillies (Liz). Proud Grandma/Nanna to Paul, Brian, Derek, Shannon, Mark, Tyler, Lauren, Adam, Thomas and Emily. Nanny Franny will also be missed by her 11 great grandchildren; Kayla, Zachary, Hannah, Brooklyn, Trenten, Jacoby, Ross, Colin, Emmett, Mira and Rose.

Predeceased by her parents Cornielius and Cecilia Doherty, and her siblings; Patrick (WWII), Sheila MacLean, and Barbara Sanvido.

Fran will be will be fondly remembered by extended family, friends and neighbors.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all the staff at Stirling Heights long term care home, for the compassionate and dignified care they provided.

Cremation has taken place, a memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Clement's Parish, 745 Duke St, Cambridge, on Friday, August 26th at 10:00 am, interment of ashes will be at St. Clement's Cemetery. As expressions of sympathy donations to the charity of one's choice are greatly appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to Barthel Funeral Home