John G. Gilmore Jr.

John G. Gilmore Jr., 76, of Rochester, NY (previously of Geneseo, NY), passed away peacefully on July 2nd , 2026 at his home. Born on September 15th, 1949 in Washington, DC. He was the son of John and Dorothy (Willett) Gilmore. (Both predeceased)

John is survived by his siblings: Michael (Barbara), Jeanine, Donna (Dale), Richard (Fay), and James (Dawn), his children: Miriah (Unseld), Timothy (Lindsey), Aurora (Marlos), and Patrick (Jonalie), along with his grandchildren: Marlos, Hayden, Phia, Benjamin, and Timothy, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his sons William and John and also his brother Robert.

A man defined by his love for the Grateful Dead and sarcastic sense of humor, John dedicated 35 years to his career as an Electrician and Construction Project Manager at Kodak. Outside of work, he loved everything music. He was always going to concerts and events all over the country, especially those that involved the Grateful Dead. He was a “Dead Head” for life.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday July 19th , 2026 at the Elks Lodge, 3525 E Henrietta Rd, Henrietta, NY 14467 from 1pm-4pm including paying respects until 2 followed by sharing stories with hors d'oeuvres and beverages. Interment will be held on Monday July 20th , 2026 at Riverside Cemetery- Chapel of Peace Mausoleum at 2pm.