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Joshua Gabriel Pluto Gillard

Death by Force
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Joshua Gabriel "Pluto" Gillard, a three-year-old boy from Stanwood, Michigan, tragically lost his life on May 27, 2022. Joshua, born on November 21, 2018, was affectionately known as "Pluto" by his family and friends. He was a joyful child who loved the outdoors and enjoyed playing with his Matchbox cars and riding his big wheel. His untimely death was part of a devastating incident that also claimed the lives of his mother, Dawn Gillard, and his siblings, Katelynn and Ronald.

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  • gofundme.com: Gillard Family Memorial Support, organized by Randy Myers
  • WZZM13.com: Family member identifies three young children, mother killed in Mecosta Co. shooting
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    Victim Details

    Joshua Gabriel Pluto Gillard

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Stanwood

    MI

    2022-05-27

    3

    Joshua

    Gabriel Pluto Gillard

    11/24/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I find myself constantly thinking about little Joshua, or "Pluto" as his loved ones called him, and ... ...Read More
    12/23/2024
    I keep thinking about little Joshua, or "Pluto" as everyone called him. I read somewhere that he ado... ...Read More
    12/04/2024
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