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Carlton Gill Obituary

Nov. 27, 1930 - June 15, 2013
SOUTH BEND - Carlton J. Gill, 82, of South Bend, Indiana passed away on the morning of Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Healthwin Specialized Care. He was born November 27, 1930 to the union of the late Richard James Gill and Mary Jewel (Alexander) Gill in Leake County, Mississippi. At the age of 16 he journeyed to South Bend, Indiana, where he attended Central High School and graduated in 1950. Following graduation he began his career at Bendix Corporation as a pipefitter where he was employed for 50 years. In 1951 Carlton enlisted in the United States Air Force. During his active duty he served in the Korean War as a dental assistant and was Honorably Discharged in 1955. On September 4th of 1976 he married Kathi L. Clark at St. Augustine Catholic Church in South Bend, Indiana. Carlton was an avid gardener and fisherman, a serious card player, ping pong and pool player and was known for his creative "GILLARIZED DIY" skills and inventions. He could often be found on his front porch barbecuing and watching the Chicago Bulls. As a journeyman plumber Carlton was able to touch many lives through his trade. He would often volunteer his time and skills to serve those in need in his community. Carlton is survived by his wife, Kathi L. Gill of South Bend, Indiana; daughters, Mary Carla Smith (Sterling) of Berlin, New Jersey and Autumn Gill of South Bend; sons, Carlton J.A. Gill of Niles, Michigan, Alexander Gill (Nicole) of White Pigeon, Michigan, and Adam Gill of South Bend; grandchildren, Dannielle Smith, Annabelle Gill, Adeline Gill, Lily Gill, Alexander Gill II and Lucas Gill; his brother, Paul Gill of South Bend; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Carlton is preceded in death by brothers, Lumis Gill, Willie Gill, and Andrew Jack Gill; and sisters, Martha Francis Gill and Leodar Bufkin. Visitation for Carlton Gill will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2013, from 6-8 p.m. in Clark-O'Neal Funeral Home Inc., 2702 Lincoln Way West. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 21, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation at 10:00 a.m. in Clark-O'Neal Funeral Home. Visit www.clarkoneal.com to sign his guest book. Clark-O'Neal Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with arrangements.

Published by South Bend Tribune on Jun. 19, 2013.
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Our condolences and prayers to Mrs. Kathy and the Gill family during your time of loss.

-The Ulmer Family

Racheal Ulmer

July 11, 2013

To the family of Carlton Gill you have my thoughts and deepest sympathy. Remembering a great electrician and beautiful person. God Bless you all.

Mrs. Denoris J Jackson

July 4, 2013

Thoughts and prayers go out for the father of wonderful family.

Marty Harshman

June 20, 2013

Mattie and Kisha' Hoover

June 20, 2013

Sorry for your loss, family. May God give you all, comfort and strength, during this difficult time.

Gregory Carter

June 19, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ora Donnetti

June 19, 2013

my deepest sympathy to the family of one of my best friends. may he rest in peace. until we meet again

thomas and fidela baldwin, freehold, nj

June 19, 2013

Kathi, my sincerest condolences to you and your Family.

Iris Shane

June 19, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Cortney Marzette

June 19, 2013

To Family and Friends: May our Father in Heaven bless you with comfort and strength in this trying and grievous time. (2 Cor 4:7)

June 18, 2013

Carlton was a room mate with my father, Richard at Healthwin. We always made sure to see Carlton when we were there visiting. He always shook my hand even though he may or my not remember me. They got along very well even though they had differences. We will miss him and so will my dad.

Tim Jackson

June 17, 2013

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