June Edward Gillis obituary

June Edward Gillis Obituary

Vernon, Texas, United States

June 13, 1941 - March 28, 2021

Share Obituary:
532 Views
June Edward Gillis obituary

June Edward Gillis Obituary

Jun 13, 1941 - Mar 28, 2021

This obituary is administered by:

A Life Well Lived

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!!

You can to the family or in memory of June Gillis.
Share Obituary:
532 Views

Guestbook

Pasha Allen
Pasha Allen
Apr 08, 2024

Pasha planted a tree for June.

Consider Viewing

Search for similar obituaries in: Vernon, Texas, United States
obituary photo for andrea

andrea Kalise starghill

May 26, 1974 - Jul 05, 2025
Huntsville, Texas
United States
obituary photo for REIS

REIS DANIEL

Jul 07, 1990 - Apr 30, 2025
Channelview, Texas
United States
obituary photo for Ameer

Ameer Malik Abdul-Rahmaan

May 07, 2015 - Mar 13, 2025
College Station, Texas
United States
obituary photo for Jacklyn

Jacklyn Ann Grezenski

Jun 08, 1955 - Feb 19, 2025
Houston, Texas
United States