John R. Gillen Obituary

In loving memory of John R. Gillen (Monroeville, Pennsylvania), who departed this world on July 19, 2024 at the age of 90. John leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Kathleen; his former wife Loretta; his father John Custer Gillen; his stepmother Marion Gillen Beers; his grandparents, Cora Mae Gillen (Greer) and John Gillen; his mother Nell V. Sanner (Bonar); his stepfather Mahlon J. "Huck" Sanner; and his grandparents, Peter and Victoria Bonar (Klupka).

He is survived by: his children, Jeff Gillen (Pam), Keith Gillen (Juana), Pam Elko (Bill), Eric (Amanda) and Brigid Polliard (Keith); his grandchildren, Shaun Flom (Kayla), Christopher Gillen, Megan Elko, Brittany Elko, Josie Gillen, Andrew Polliard (Cleopatra), Matthew Polliard (Holly), Cole Polliard and Aydin Polliard; his caregiver Cleopatra; and his great grandchild Disney.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, Penn Hills, in John's memory.