Gillis Surname – Access Genealogy

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1923 Historical and Pictorial Directory of Angola Indiana

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Gillis, Malcolm M – Obituary

Malcolm M. Gillis, an 88-year-old resident of Kittitas, passed away on March 6, 1975, at Gold Leaf Nursing Home. Born on May 28, 1886, in North Dakota, he moved to Ellensburg in 1915 and married Marjorie Cooke in 1917. A carpenter by trade, he contributed to local construction projects, including the Kittitas Community Church. He is survived by his wife, a son, a daughter, four grandchildren, and his siblings. Funeral services will be held at IOOF Cemetery, with memorial contributions encouraged for the church.

Biographical Sketch of John D. Gillis

John D. Gillis, born in 1776 in Hebron, New York, settled in Victor, where he farmed 125 acres and worked as a blacksmith until 1800. A Democrat and Methodist, he lived until May 1873, nearing a century of life. His brother, James Gillis, served in Congress, and he married Mary Smith, who passed away in 1864. John and Mary had several children: Margaret, Robert R., Enos, Martha, John S., and Rose Ann.

Biographical Sketch of John Smith Gillis

John Smith Gillis, born on July 17, 1823, in Argyle, New York, was the son of John D. Gillis and moved to Victor, New York, in 1826. A lifelong farmer, he married Sarah Wells on December 30, 1847. They had five children, including William W., an editor of the Victor Herald; Mary V.; Martha; Alexander P.; and John D. Gillis. Gillis passed away on October 10, 1896, leaving a legacy through his family and contributions to farming and journalism.

Biographical Sketch of John D. Gillis

John D. Gillis, born on October 12, 1859, in Victor, worked on his family’s homestead until 1889, later managing it with his brother, Alexander P. They divided the farm in 1902, after which John sold his portion in 1910. He then focused on two farms east of Victor while serving as a Democrat trustee in the village. A Methodist for twenty years, he married Margaret Cline, who had two half-sisters.