Peter M. Gillig

To view a recording of Pete's funeral service, click the following link: https://youtu.be/Qc03NjLhDc0

Pete Gillig, 65, passed away Monday, July 31, 2023, in Fargo, ND, surrounded by his family after a three-year battle with lung cancer. 

Pete was born in Grand Forks, ND, to Edward C. and Donna Gillig.  He graduated from Grand Forks Central High School in 1976, and attended the University of North Dakota. He worked various jobs in the Grand Forks area including Hugo's, Valley Dairy, Grand Forks Grocery, and a local pet store. He later moved to Fargo, ND where he was employed with the US Postal Service. He remained in Fargo until his death. 

Pete loved all animals, especially his two Bengal cats Maya and Cleo. He enjoyed bird watching, fishing, and keeping up with UND hockey. 

He is survived by his mother, Donna J. Gillig, Grand Forks, ND; brothers Edward (Lynne) Gillig, Billings, MT, and Michael (Gayle) Gillig, Aurora, IL; his much younger sister Jane (Doug Flom) Gillig, Bismarck, ND; nephews and nieces: Edward (Becca) Gillig, Paul Gillig, Sarah Hoekstra (fiance Zach Stromsodt), Leah Hoekstra, and John Hoekstra; many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward C. Gillig. 

Pete was especially close to his sister Jane and his nieces Sarah and Leah, who were by Pete's side throughout his battle with cancer. With their support, he was fighting until the very end. 

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks. 

Visitation will be for the hour before the service in the funeral home.

Burial will be in Calvary North Catholic Cemetery, Grand Forks.