Search by Name
Search by Name
LILLIE, MICHAEL B.
Mr. Michael B. Lillie, age 53, passed away November 22nd, 2017 at his home in Gainesville, FL. Mr. Lillie was a graduate of Santa Fe High School, class of 1982; he later served in the United States Army, after which he became employed with the Alachua County School Board He was preceded in death by his parents; Howard Lillie, Sr., Willie Mae Lillie, and his brother; Howard Lillie, Jr.
He is survived by his daughters; LaKeesha Lillie, Atlanta, GA, Erikka Lillie, Oviedo, FL, Ashley Lillie, Hinesville, GA, siblings; Glen Lillie (Donna), Parnell Lillie, Serena Lillie, all of Gainesville, FL, Carolyn Johnson, Putnam, CT, Ruthie Robinson, Alachua, FL, and one grandchild.
Funeral Services for Mr. Lillie will be held 3:00pm, Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 at the Female Protective Temple; burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Chestnut Funeral Home, Inc., 18 N.W. 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL.
Mr. Lillie will repose in the Chestnut Memorial Chapel on Friday, December 1st, 2017 from 2:00pm until 7:00pm, and on Saturday at the Temple from 2:00pm until the hour of Service. Family and friends are asked to meet at the Temple at 2:30pm to form the Cortege.
'A CHESTNUT SERVICE'
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
I still can't believe that you are gone you are truly missed.
Ramona Richardson
Family
November 24, 2021
Oh I miss you my dear friend I no you having a blast with your family. May you continue to R.I.P.
Ramona Richardson
November 24, 2020
I still cry when I first heard about you passing away I wanted to know why you I still missed you to this day the talk we have you were so funny that smile Rest In Peace my friend.
Ramona Richardson
November 24, 2019
I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this difficult time
June 24, 2018
Still can't believe this. Will be missed. Prayers going up......RIP Mike
Joe Aiken
December 2, 2017
Condolences to our family, u r going to be miss. We love u Michael
Patricia Foxworth
Family
December 1, 2017
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Devon
December 1, 2017
IM CONTINUING TO PRAY FOR MY FAMILY.. SLEEP IN PEACE MY DEAR COUSIN...I AM MISSN YOU SOO MUCH...WHO'S GONNA TAKE SELFIES WITH ME NOW.. I LOVE YOU MY *MOVIESTAR COUSIN* AND YOU WILL FOREVER LIVE IN MY HEART...
Robin Lillie
December 1, 2017
R.I.P. dear friend....
FREDDIE WILLIAMS
December 1, 2017
On behalf of the Raider Marching Band, our love, support and sympathy goes out to our former Raider Majorette, Denise Lillie and family.
Micheals love of music will live on in our hearts to be cherished and remembered forever.
May you all find Joy in the morning.
Deepest Condolences
Raider Band Captain 1978,79
Freddie Williams
December 1, 2017
My prayers to each of you, with heartfelt sympathy..RIP Michael
wanda gail walker
November 30, 2017
My condolences to you and your family praying for everyone.
Ramona Lee Richardson
November 30, 2017
To Glen, Loretta, and the entire Lillie family. My heartfelt condolences go out to you all. May God bless you with peace beyond understanding. May the memories you shared, bring you comfort at this difficult time. Michael was a nice, kind, sweet spirit. He will be dearly missed. My thoughts, and prayers are with you.
Zonya Watson-Reed
November 30, 2017
My condolences to you and your family praying for everyone.
Ramona Lee Richardson
November 30, 2017
Carolyn and the entire Lillie family, it is with deepest and heartfelt sympathy that the Santa Fe High School Class of 1973 offer our condolences to you during your time of sorrow.
Wanda Norwood Boyd
November 30, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Michael big smile and sense of humor will forever be in our hearts.
With much Love,
Santa Fe High
Class of 1982
November 30, 2017
Still hard to believe. Mike and I were friends since I started working in the College of Journalism. We use to laugh and talk about almost anything. He was a great friend and I will miss him dearly. He was a very friendly person. RIP friend. Will miss you.
Sarah Grimmage Johnson
November 30, 2017
RIP cousin
Zandra Clemmons
November 30, 2017
Showing 1 - 18 of 18 results
Funeral services provided by:
Chestnut Funeral Home - Gainesville18 NW 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more