William R. Gillen, 81, of Fort Wayne, IN, formerly of Hyde Park, NY passed away unexpectedly Friday December 23, 2022. He was born March 26, 1941 to William and Catherine Rita (Ruth) Gillen. He attended Catholic schools in the NYC diocese and attended St. John’s University.
On 4/24/65 he married Judith C .Fletcher at St. Tersea of Avila Church in Brooklyn, NY. She predeceased him on 12/21/2000. Bill was a purchasing manager for many years, retiring from Superior Essex Corporation in 2009. He enjoyed spending time with family, reading and playing golf on the Nintendo Wii.
He is survived by his children, Kathleen (Kevin) Jones, Hyde Park, NY, Erin Baker, Ft Wayne and William Gillen, Ft. Wayne. Brother in law Robert Fletcher WI, sisters in law Maureen Fletcher, WI and Bonnie Fletcher, VA. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
William was predeceased by his parents, siblings John, Michael and Catherine, and daughter Maureen Gillen.
A mass of Christina Burial will be held at 11:00 am Monday January 9, 2023 at St, Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, 10700 Aboite Center Road Fort Wayne, with calling hours one hour prior.
Memorial donations may be made to Special Olympics. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the Gillen family at www.mccombandsons.com, A memorial service will be held in NY at a later date.
