Gillissie, Father Michael Thomas
August 23, 1941-March 21, 2017
Fr. Michael left us peacefully after a long and courageous battle with emphysema. Fr. Michael was the priest Parish of St. Philip Church - part of the Archdiocese of Ottawa - until his retirement in 2001.
He was predeceased by his parents Cecil and Marcia Gillissie, beloved brother of James (Jocelyn Rheaume), John, Mary Ann McBane (Patrick deceased), Patrick (Julia) and Paul (Romi), and adored by multiple generations of nieces and nephews, former students and parishioners - all of whom became friends.
A celebration of Fr. Michael in the rite of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 27, 2017 at 11:00 am at St. Philip Church in Richmond , ON with reception to follow in the Rev. Michael Gillissie Parish Hall.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Philip's Catholic Women's League or The Shepherds of Good Hope Ottawa would be welcomed.