Image provided by FamilySearch.org - November 29, 1901
He was a native of Parsons and well liked by all. At one time he became quite well know throughout the valley as a dancemaster and prompter. He was possessed of an amiable disposition and a host of friends will mourn their loss. He was a member of St. Dominic’s Church and also of the Holy Name Society.
He is survived by his wife and daughter Veda; his mother, Mrs. Richard Gill of Hollenback avenue, and the following brother and sisters: Mrs. Frank Christopher and Mrs. Patrick Maloney of Parsons; John J., Margaret and Bridget at home. Funeral will be held Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock with a requiem high mass in St. Dominic's Church. Interment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
The Wilkes-Barre Record - January 24, 1916
The Times Leader (Wilkes-Barre, PA) - January 24, 1916
The funeral was largely attended and there was a profusion of floral offerings which were carried by Richard and Thomas Gill. The pall bearers were: Thomas P, Thomas, Richard, Richard J., Thomas M. and Peter Gill. Interment was made in the family plot at Hanover.
The Times Leader (Wilkes-Barre, PA) - January 25, 1916