MICHAEL RAYMOND GILL

GILL, MICHAEL RAYMOND, born July 2, 1949, of Miami, Florida, died unexpectedly at home, on August 31, 2010. He was the beloved husband of Judge Maxine Cohen Lando, father of Tracy Sysk, Mark Gill, April Walton, Daniel Gill; stepfather of Rachel and Sari Lando; brother of Janice Gill Gordillo; uncle of Christopher and Nicole Gordillo; grandfather of seven loving grandchildren. He was pre- deceased by his parents, Sylvia and Michael B. Gill. Michael was a dedicated Critical Care nurse at several distinguished Miami hospitals. His patients, and their families always appreciated his kindness and patience at the most difficult of times. He earned his professional degree, and B.S., from Florida A. & M. University, Tallahassee, Florida. Maxine and Michael met while both were students at Coral Gables High School in the 1960's. They were both members of Temple Bet Shira. During his marriage to Maxine, they lived life intensely, traveled throughout the world, and he perfected downhill skiing. Michael was an avid ping pong player, and a persistent jogger. He loved the roar of loud motorcycles, the faster the better! Michael also cut quite an elegant figure on a dance floor. He embraced life with passion, integrity and love. We will miss him unto eternity. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Bet Shira Synagogue, University of Miami Chabad or American Diabetes Foundation. Services will be held on Thursday, September 2, 2010 in the afternoon. Arrangements handled by Riverside Gordon Funeral Home. View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.