Gillian's Wonderland Pier founder dies 1 week after closure announced
Roy Gillian opened Gillian's Wonderland Pier in 1965 and was mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey from 1986-1990.
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Roy Gillian opened Gillian's Wonderland Pier in 1965 and was mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey from 1986-1990.
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