Dennis Louis Gillott

Dennis Louis Gillott March 30, 1962 - December 2, 2021 Cameron Park, California Surrounded by his loving and devoted family, Dennis completed his earthly journey on the morning of December 2, 2021, in Cameron Park, where he resided with his parents. He was 59 years old and had lived with multiple sclerosis for 26 years. Dennis faced this cruel disease with courage, strength, and always a sense of humor. We will all miss his beautiful smile, cheerful greetings, and goofy jokes. Dennis was born on March 30, 1962, to Donald and Betty (Hornock) Gillott in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. When he was six, the family moved to Sacramento, California. Growing up, Dennis was interested in anything that allowed him to be outdoors. He graduated from Encina High School in 1980. Dennis worked in various technical positions for Wismer and Becker Contractors and Teledyne MEC while he completed work on his Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, with a minor in Computer Science, which he received in 1989, from CSU, Sacramento. Dennis then began his career as a sales engineer, meeting client needs for commercial floors (Stonhard) and industrial roofs (B.F. Goodrich). In 1994 he began his dream job as an account manager for Altec, working with clients in developing specifications for trucks used by utility and telecommunication companies. He once attributed his success in sales to being "pleasantly persistent." His MS diagnosis led to his retirement in 2005. Dennis leaves behind his wife, Shelley Delfin Gillott, and his children Amanda and Dylan Gillott. He is also survived by his parents, Donald and Betty Gillott, his siblings, Donna Gillott Monsoor and Douglas Gillott (Michael), his niece, Elizabeth Monsoor, and his nephews, Ian Monsoor and Zachary Gillott. He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Matthew Monsoor. Dennis also leaves behind many friends who were inspired by his strong Catholic faith and positive attitude. Dennis was a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers fan, watching their televised games with his mother by his side. He loved cars and trucks, golf, and his Labrador retriever, Truckee. Some of his happiest moments were spent converting a simple cabin into a beautiful country estate for his family. The family would like to thank Marian Lowe and Romin Bryant-Johnson who were more than a personal trainer and a caregiver to Dennis. They became much loved friends. We also thank church deacon, Dan Haverty. Dennis always looked forward to his Sunday visits from Dan. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, December 10, at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 3111 Tierra de Dios, El Dorado Hills, with a luncheon reception to follow at the church. Burial will be private. Remembrances may be made to the National MS Society - https://www.nationalmssociety.org