Delores Lucille Gillman, lovingly known as “Wink,” was born on March 7, 1934, in Connersville, Indiana, the cherished daughter of George and Leona Winklepleck (née Gloshen). On March 2, 1957, she married Joe Gillman at St. Michael Catholic Church, and together they created a life filled with love and family. She was a devoted member of St. Michael Catholic Church and had retired from Franklin County Community School Corporation. She was simply a person who loved. She loved her family, her friends, and all that life had to offer. She was an avid card player, enjoyed helping with church events and fundraisers, volunteered for Right to Life events, and was also a fan of IU basketball. She was very active and a true social butterfly who always gave so much of herself to family and friends.
On Friday, March 6, 2026, just one day shy of her 92nd birthday, Wink passed away peacefully at Harrison Trail Health Campus in Harrison, Ohio.
Wink’s memory will be carried on by her children, Jeff Gillman (Pat Douglas), Jodi Gillman, Greg Gillman, and Eric (Robin) Gillman; seven grandchildren, Cole, Ashley, Brady, Landon, Owen, Grayson, and Joseph. In addition to her parents, Wink was preceded in death by her husband of over 44 years, Joe Gillman and her sister, Darlene Williams.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 26 at Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home, 929 Main Street, Brookville, beginning at 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. The Holy Rosary will be prayed at 8 a.m., prior to visitation. Father Vincent Lampert will officiate a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church with inurnment to follow immediately after in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions in honor of Wink can be directed to St. Michael Catholic School, Queen City Hospice or to Brookville Pregnancy Help Center. Donations will be accepted in person at the visitation, online at the links above, or they can be mailed to 929 Main Street, Brookville, Indiana 47012
To share fond memories, offer personal condolences, or to sign the online guestbook, please visit www.cookrosenberger.com. The staff of Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home are honored to care for Wink and her family during this time.