The death occurred peacefully at the Summerset Manor, Summerside, P.E.I. on Wednesday, August 28th, 2019 of Marie Gillis (nee Richard) of Summerside, aged 93 years. Marie was born in Grand Entrée, Magdalen Islands, Quebec to the late Edward and Elizabeth (nee Derasp) Richard.

Beloved wife of the late John Mann and loving mother of Debbie (Greg) MacKinnon, Judy Gillis (David Boyce), Wayne Gillis (Dorothy Gamble), Marie (Lorne) Doyle and Sheila McKenna (special friend Sonny MacInnis). Also lovingly remembered by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survived by her sisters Mary Jane, Alice and Yvonne, brother Frankie and several nieces and nephews.

Predeceased by 2 children Joyce and Bernie, her brothers Willie, Eli and Elmer and sisters Della and Millie.

Resting at the East Prince Funeral Home, 245 Pope Road, Summerside. By personal request, there will be no visiting hours. A graveside service at People’s Cemetery, Summerside will be held on Saturday, August 31st, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. Memorial donations in Marie’s memory to the Summerset Manor would be greatly appreciated.

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