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In memory of
James "Jim" Joseph Gilhool
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James Joseph Gilhool on August 31 2024, at the age of 90. Born on February 7th, 1934 in Carbondale PA to Joseph and Marie (Swanick) Gilhool, Jim’s parents moved him and his seven siblings to Philadelphia when he was seven. He met the love of his life, Mary Catherine (McIntyre) Gilhool, among mutual friends in Avalon, NJ and they married in June 1974. Jim …
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What were James's favorite ways to spend free time?
Tinkering around in his garage and working on cars. Spending time with his wife, chi…
Tinkering around in his garage and working on cars. Spending time with his wife, children, and…
Tinkering around in his garage and working on cars. Spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
What were James's favorite artists or styles of art?
Photography and drawing. Also loved paintings by his sister Rosemary.
Photography and drawing. Also loved paintings by his sister Rosemary.
Photography and drawing. Also loved paintings by his sister Rosemary.
What were James's favorite movies?
WW II documentaries and Godfather movies.
WW II documentaries and Godfather movies.
WW II documentaries and Godfather movies.
What were James's favorite songs or musical artists?
Johnny Mathis: "What will my Mary say". "Misty", "The twelfth of never", "Chances ar…
Johnny Mathis: "What will my Mary say". "Misty", "The twelfth of never", "Chances are", "A cer…
Johnny Mathis: "What will my Mary say". "Misty", "The twelfth of never", "Chances are", "A certain smile", "It's not fo…
Jim Thorpe, PA
Survived by
Colleen Papenhausen
Daughter
Mary Gilhool
Wife
Christopher Gilhool
Son
Brian Gilhool
Son
Thomas Gilhool
Brother
Vincent Gilhool
Brother
Rosemary Miller
Sister
Doris Myers
Sister
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Cremation
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