Charles B. Gillott Sr.

Charles B. Gillott Sr., 87, of Lake Hauto, passed away Thursday afternoon at his home surrounded by his loving family. 

Born in McAdoo, he was the son of the late Bernard and Margaret (Logar) Gillott.

Charles was a faithful member of the Church of St. John XXIII, Tamaqua. 

He was a Korean War veteran and proudly served in the U.S. Army.

Prior to retiring, Charles was employed as an electrical mechanic at Mack Truck, Allentown, for over 31 years.

He was a dedicated member of the McAdoo VFW Post 6708, their Honor Guard, and the McAdoo Fire Co.

Charles was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and many fishing trips to Canada with his grandson, Ian.

Preceding him in death were his brother Bernard Gillott and wife Joan; and sister Rosemary Worrell.

Surviving are his wife of 45 years, Sylvia (Lozosky) Gillott; son, Charles B. Gillott Jr. and wife Linda, Cape Coral, FL; daughter, Charlene O’Donnell and husband James, Freeland; sons, Robert Gillott and wife Dawn, Weatherly; and David Gillott and wife Lisa, McAdoo; stepson, David Bozosi and partner Barbara, Clearwater, FL; stepdaughters, Suzie Larson, Palm Harbor, FL; and Cynthia Racho, Nesquehoning; 6 grandchildren and 6 step-grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held Tuesday, March 4. Rev. Robert T. Finlan will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. in the Church of St. John XXIII, Tamaqua. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in St. Patrick’s R.C. Cemetery, McAdoo.

Calling hours are Tuesday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the church hall.

The Damiano Funeral Home, McAdoo, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be entered and information is available at www.damianofhinc.com.        

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