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Simon Peter Gillis (April 6, 1875 – January 14, 1964) was an American track and field athlete, a member of the New York Athletic Club, and the New York City Police Department. He was one of a group of athletes known as the Irish Whales and frequently kept company with members of the Irish American Athletic Club.
Simon Peter Gillis, of Gillisdale, a world-class athlete and three-time Olympic hammer thrower, put his Cape Breton community on the map. Born in the Margaree Valley in 1875, Gillis has instilled a sense of pride and admiration amongst those who know his story that endures over a century later.
Apr 28, 2024 · Simon Joseph Gillis. Simon passed away peacefully on April 28, 2024, at Dartmouth General Hospital, with his family by his side. He was born in Gillisdale, on Cape Breton Island, almost 91 years ago, to the late John Alex and Maria (MacRae) Gillis.
Simon Gillis of Gillisdale, Cape Breton, threw the hammer and discus in early 20th century Highland Games. At the St. F.X university field in 1905 he set a world record in the 12 lb. hammer throw. He competed in three Olympic Games for the USA.
Simon Gillis was the only ‘Whale’ not born in Ireland. He was born in Nova Scotia of Irish parents. In the 1908 Olympic Games in London, members of the Irish American Athletic Club won 11 gold medals, 3 of which were won by the Whales alone.
May 2, 2024 · Simon Joseph Gillis Obituary. The passing of Simon Joseph Gillis (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 28, 2024 at the age of 90. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
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