GILMAN, Francis L., 96, of Dunedin, FL. passed away peacefully June 8, 2018. Francis was born October 10, 1921 in Providence, Rhode Island to the late Albert and Aline (Malegue) Gilman. He was married to the late Ellen (Guilday) Gilman who preceded him in death in 2005.
Mr. Gilman graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 1943, with a Bachelors in Electrical Engineering. After graduating, he served as a Lieutenant JG in the United States Navy, during World War II. He was stationed in Washington DC, where he met and married Ellen, the love of his life. They raised a family together and travelled extensively throughout the world.
He retired as Vice President of an International Engineering firm located in New York City. He continued to be an active member of the professional Association of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers throughout his life. Several of his professional accomplishments include designing the Metro system in Washington DC, heading the projects to design the electrical system under the World Trade Center and the International lock of the Panama Canal, as well as designing the hydroelectric systems in Brazil, Colombia, and Iran.
Mr. Gilman was an intelligent and clever man who embraced life. His mind never slowed as he was constantly searching for alternative solutions or redesigning common items. His love for learning never ceased, as he consistently kept current with new advances in engineering and technology. His habit of constant reading contributed to his youthful spirit. He loved people and showed his kindness to everyone he met, pleasantly greeting and striking up conversation with all who crossed his path. He was tremendously loved by all, and he loved his family with faithfulness and kindness.
Mr Gilman is survived by his seven children; Ann Gilman Lawlor of Clearwater, FL, Thomas (Jo-Anne) Gilman of Scottsdale, AZ, Teri-Ellen Gilman Scroggins of Plano, TX, William (Patricia) Gilman of Alexandria, VA, Lawrence (Lisa) Gilman of Austin, TX, Maribeth Gilman Meurer of Dunedin, FL and John Gilman of Brandon, FL.
He also is survived by his Grandchildren; Kortney Lawlor (Jason) Shurte, Nicole (Jim) Gilman O’Connell, Justin (Danielle) Gilman, Savanna Scroggins, Colette (Justin) Gilman Kline, Kaitlyn Gilman, Taylor (Kyle) Gilman Meier, Lauren Gilman and Micaela Meurer, Great Grandchildren; James O’Connell, Evelyn Gilman, and Alice O’Connell.
A Celebration of Life will be held Wednesday June 20, 2018 from 5-8:30 PM, with a Memorial Service by Father Ted Costello at 7 PM at Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery, where he will have a Full Honors Military burial.
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