Our Staff
Our Caring Staff
Peter J. Gilligan, Sr.
Owner/President/Funeral Director/Embalmer
Peter began his education by attending Indian Hill Schools from Kindergarten until his graduation in 1976. He received his Bachelor's degree from Miami University in 1980 prior to his course of study at the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, where he graduated in 1981. Pete also attended classes at Xavier University. He is a fifth-generation funeral director, where he has continued his family's tradition since 1982.
Peter J. Gilligan, Sr.
Owner/President/Funeral Director/Embalmer
Peter began his education by attending Indian Hill Schools from Kindergarten until his graduation in 1976. He received his Bachelor's degree from Miami University in 1980 prior to his course of study at the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, where he graduated in 1981. Pete also attended classes at Xavier University. He is a fifth-generation funeral director, where he has continued his family's tradition since 1982.
Paige E. Greenlee
Funeral Director and Embalmer
Paige was born and raised in Colerain and takes great pride in calling Cincinnati her lifelong home. Paige is one of four siblings, including her fraternal twin sister and younger twin brother and sister. Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys reading, spending quality time with family and friends, and going to the gym.
She is a 2017 graduate of Colerain High School and earned her degree in Mortuary Science from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2020. Following graduation, Paige completed her apprenticeship at Auble Funeral Home in Orrville, Ohio, where she continued her professional career as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.
Her decision to return to Cincinnati was driven by a deep desire to be closer to her family and to serve the community she holds dear. Paige is honored to be part of the dedicated team at Gilligan Funeral Home, where she is committed to providing compassionate care and support to families during their most difficult times.
Paige E. Greenlee
Funeral Director and Embalmer
Paige was born and raised in Colerain and takes great pride in calling Cincinnati her lifelong home. Paige is one of four siblings, including her fraternal twin sister and younger twin brother and sister. Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys reading, spending quality time with family and friends, and going to the gym.
She is a 2017 graduate of Colerain High School and earned her degree in Mortuary Science from the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science in 2020. Following graduation, Paige completed her apprenticeship at Auble Funeral Home in Orrville, Ohio, where she continued her professional career as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.
Her decision to return to Cincinnati was driven by a deep desire to be closer to her family and to serve the community she holds dear. Paige is honored to be part of the dedicated team at Gilligan Funeral Home, where she is committed to providing compassionate care and support to families during their most difficult times.
In Memory of Hilary Shepherd
Funeral Director/Celebrant
August 18, 1978 ~ June 3, 2025
Hilary grew up in Berkeley, California, spending most of her life on the West Coast before moving across the country to Cincinnati to get to know her extended family and explore her possibilities.
Today she is a dedicated and empathetic Funeral Director and Celebrant, with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Cal State University East Bay, Hayward, a Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, Celebrant Certification from InSight Institute, and licensure through the State of Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors.
Through experience and education, she has finely honed the skills necessary to ensure the highest quality of care for the families she serves, guiding them through the funeral process with understanding, patience, and respect.
She began her journey in the funeral home business in 2019, joining Gilligan a year later, and has since been committed to providing compassionate and personalized service to every family during their time of need. Her primary focus is to pay reverence to those we have lost, making sure they are treated with the utmost care and helping them look their best. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to her craft make her an invaluable asset to the Gilligan Funeral Homes team.
“The most fulfilling part, is knowing that the families leave me better than when they came to me.” – Hilary Shepherd, 2023
In Memory of Hilary Shepherd
Funeral Director/Celebrant
August 18, 1978 ~ June 3, 2025
Hilary grew up in Berkeley, California, spending most of her life on the West Coast before moving across the country to Cincinnati to get to know her extended family and explore her possibilities.
Today she is a dedicated and empathetic Funeral Director and Celebrant, with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Cal State University East Bay, Hayward, a Bachelor's degree in Mortuary Science from Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science, Celebrant Certification from InSight Institute, and licensure through the State of Ohio Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors.
Through experience and education, she has finely honed the skills necessary to ensure the highest quality of care for the families she serves, guiding them through the funeral process with understanding, patience, and respect.
She began her journey in the funeral home business in 2019, joining Gilligan a year later, and has since been committed to providing compassionate and personalized service to every family during their time of need. Her primary focus is to pay reverence to those we have lost, making sure they are treated with the utmost care and helping them look their best. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to her craft make her an invaluable asset to the Gilligan Funeral Homes team.
“The most fulfilling part, is knowing that the families leave me better than when they came to me.” – Hilary Shepherd, 2023
