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McGuinness Funeral Homes - Woodbury

Edward J. Gilliard

April 3rd, 1941 - July 1st, 2025

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Edward J. Gilliard, 84, of Deptford, New Jersey, passed away peacefully with family on Tuesday, July 1, 2025.  

 

Legacy

He was a loving and caring husband, Dad, Pop, brother, uncle, and friend. He loved to be around his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, westerns, and riding his Harley.  He loved being Santa during the holidays. He was a proud member of the United States Army and Army National Guard.

 

Family

He is the beloved husband of 54 wonderful years to Patricia "Patti" Gilliard; devoted father of Shannon and Robyn (John); treasured Pop of Renel, Savannah, Tahlia, Shane, and Gavin.  Dear brother of Kate (late Bill) and Nancy. Predeceased by his parents Blanche and Louis Gilliard Sr. and siblings Lou (Bernie), Dot, Al (Carol), and Mary (Bill).  He will be greatly missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

 

Farewell Tribute

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing on Thursday, July 10th from 10:00AM to 12:00PM at the McGuinness Funeral Home- (Woodbury Location) 34 Hunter Street, Woodbury, New Jersey 08096.  Funeral Service at 12:00PM.  Military Honors to follow at the Gloucester County Veterans Memorial Cemetery Williamstown, New Jersey.

 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Children’s Hospital Foundation- www.chop.edu/giftofchildhoo.com or Veterans Helping Veterans, 211 County House Road, Sewell, NJ 08080.

 

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McGuinness Funeral Homes - Woodbury

McGuinness Funeral Homes - Woodbury

We have served the Woodbury community since 1951, when our founder, James A. McGuinness, opened our first funeral home. He knew the importance of families having a trustworthy, local funeral home to help them memorialize their lost loved ones and navigate grief. Our beautiful funeral home in Woodbury was originally built in the late 1700s, and has since been rebuilt to honor its original charm and comfortable, warm feel. Once you walk through our doors, you become family....

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