In loving memory of

James B. "Elevator Jim" Gillessen

Joined his wife Shirley in Eternal Life on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, age 80. Dear brother of Geraldine Hubert, Charles, Henry Jr. (Sharon) Gillessen, and Mary Banaszak. Preceded in death by his sister, Margaret and his brothers, Donald and Robert. Also loved by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Visitation at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Flowers, 13235 West Capitol Drive, Monday, March 23, 2:00-4:00 PM. Funeral Service 4:00 PM. Private entombment Wisconsin Memorial Park.

Proudly served his country in the US Army. Member of Local 15 IUEC. In lieu of flowers, donations appreciated to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

Tributes

Henry Gillessen Jr wrote on Mar 31, 2015:

"I will miss you brother jr "

Kurt Strand wrote on Mar 25, 2015:

"Elevator Jim, I will never forget you. I remember having long talks with you over a couple beers. You used to always say: "Live and let live" We talked about the good times and your Shirley, she too was a wonderful lady. I never knew that down the road I would marry your sisters daughter. What a small world. Thank you Elevator for the memories. Now you are back with your Shirley. living and let live. RIP my friend."

Brian, Tammy & Brandon Gillessen wrote on Mar 20, 2015:

"Rest in Peace Uncle Jimmy, we miss you and love you!"