Patricia "Patti" Gillis

Patricia Anne “Patti” (Greco) Gillis

formerly of Frostburg, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, after a 10-month battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Born on August 13, 1953, in Frostburg, Patti was the daughter of the late Frank and Loura (Lyons) Greco.

Patti was a graduate of Beall High School and Catherman’s Business School.  Prior to moving to Savannah, she was employed at Westvaco in Luke, MD.  While in Savannah, Patti and her husband, Rick, were partners at the Isle of Hope Marina and, most recently, owners of Gillis Marine and Associates, LLC.  She was a member at the Isle of Hope United Methodist Church.  Patti had an adventurous spirit.  She loved scuba diving, boating, flying and traveling on their motorcycle, but her greatest joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 20 years, Richard Lionel Gillis.  She also leaves behind her daughter, Jennifer Sineway and husband Daniel and her three grandchildren, the lights of her life, Leah, Audrey and Andrew Sineway, Atlanta, GA.  Surviving also is her constant companion, her dog, Rosie. Her bravery and strength were admired by all those that knew her and she will forever by missed.

Family and friends will be received at Durst Funeral Home, 57 Frost Ave, Frostburg, MD, on Saturday, November 11, 2017, from 10 to 11 am.

A memorial service will follow at 11 am with Rev. David Sandvick officiating.