Louis J. Chillis

Louis J. Chillis

Louis J. Chillis, 93, of Ashland passed away Tuesday morning October 8, 2024 at Schuylkill Center in Pottsville.

Born in Ashland on October 9, 1930 he was the son of the late Julia (Fabrizio) and Louis “Luigi” Chillis.

Louis was of the Catholic faith and was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church in Ashland.

He graduated from St. Joseph’s High School in Ashland.  Louis last worked as a machinist for the Goyne Pump Company for many years prior to retiring.

He served in the United States Air Force.

Louis enjoyed Polka music and playing the drums in his younger years.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by; son Brandon Chillis; brothers Sylvester, Samuel, Anthony & Albert; sisters Margaret & Catherine.

Louis is survived by; niece / caregiver Beverly Pennypacker (Lewis), Lavelle; nieces & nephews Mary Ann, Helene, Charlie, Albert, Joey, Catherine, Mary Lou, Debbie, Diane, Alice & Tom.  

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday October 11th from 10-11:00 AM at St. Charles Borromeo Church, 1115 Walnut St, Ashland PA 17921.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow visitation at 11:00 AM with Rev. Giuseppe Esposito officiating. Interment will follow mass at St. Joseph’s Cemetery Ashland.  

Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc. 901 Centre Street Ashland, PA 17921 has been entrusted with the arrangements.  To extend online condolences, visit www.kullfuneral.com.

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