Orval Gilson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Orval Gilson (Mercer, Pennsylvania), born in Jamestown, Pennsylvania, who passed away on November 18, 2001. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his spouse Florence Jean Shannon; and his sister Sara Patterson. He is survived by: his children, Howard Gilson (Monica) of Fredonia, Rebecca Gilson (Karen) of Butler, Thomas Gilson (Diane) of Christmas and Diana Gregory (Rick Campbell) of Mercer; his stepsiblings, Vonna Murrin and Larry Difenderfer (Carolyn) of Alabama; his grandson Joseph Gregory (Misty); his great grandchildren, Morgan and Kane; and also, Wayne Patterson of Hot Springs, Bill Murrin of Greenville and Justin.