WORCESTER-Gary Alan “The King” Tillison (Peltier), 58, died Thursday, January 20, 2011. He leaves his son, Christopher Brackett of Auburn, two grandchildren, Crystal and Cayden Brackett; two brothers, Albert and Michael Peltier, both of Worcester; four sisters, Clarissa and Cindy Peltier, both of Southbridge, Darlene Galarneau of Webster and Joyce Saucier of Spencer; many nephews and nieces.
He was born in Putnam, CT and was raised by his mother Irma W. (Sweet) Peltier McClure and her husband Albert Peltier and after Albert’s death by Clay McClure. Gary was a self employed painter for many years. He enjoyed listening to country music, singing and playing the guitar. Gary was an avid fan of Elvis Presley and he was known to his family and friends as “The King”.
The visiting hours will be held on Monday, January 24 from 5-8 PM in CALLAHAN & FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle Street with the funeral service at 7:30 PM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to World Vision, www.worldvision.org. For directions and online condolence book please visit www.callahanfay.com