On Sunday, March 28, 2021, Mr. June Gillis, 79, of Vernon, Texas, received his wings. June made his transition into the holy gates.

Mr. June Gillis was born on June 13, 1941 in Vernon, Tx. He was born to the parents of Maggie Hall and Wilbert Gillis. June accepted Christ at an early age under the leadership of his uncle the late Elder Ozel Wade, Pastor and founder of the Wade’s Chapel Church of God in Christ in Palmer, TX. He became a faithful member and was known for singing in the choir. 

Mr. June Gillis attended Vernon Public Schools. Later, June began his journey in the workforce as a farmer for Wyndham Place.  Then he started another job as a farmer for Mr. Charles Davis and Company for several years.  In the 70’s, June relocated to Ennis, TX where he was employed for the City of Ennis until he retired.  He was known to be a dedicated hard worker in the workforce. June found favor with his bosses wherever he worked. He gained his bosses trust until he could pretty much come and go as he pleased because he was a man of integrity and could be trusted.    

Mr. June Gillis met and married Annie Laurel Sheffield in 1960.  To this union 1 son was born, Alvin Gillis Sr. He loved his family as well as he loved the Lord. He believed in providing for them.

Mr. June Gillis hobbies later in life were listening to his music, singing and attending church service when he was able. He watched his favorite TV shows such as Family Feud with Steve Harvey and Gun Smoke, Big Valley and Virginia. Some of his favorite songs were: “Living on God’s Time” and “Good Vibes”.

Mr. June Gillis leaves to celebrate his life

Son:  Alvin Edward Gillis, SR.

Grandchildren:  Fatimia Ford and Alvin Edward Gillis, JR.

Great Grandchildren: Traelyn Adams, Ta'Nia Adams, and Dash Jackson

Aunt: Eula Mae Bill

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and many friends

Preceded him in death

Parents: Father, Wilbert Gillis; Mother, Maggie Hall

Wife: Annie Laurel Jackson

Big June, “Rest in Peace”– We will Miss YOU and we LOVE YOU!!