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John Gill, Sr. Obituary
John Thomas Gill, Sr., 56, of Benson Township, Swift County, Minn. died Thursday, September 17, 2020, in Rolling Forks Township, Pope County. A memorial service will be held Friday, October 2, 2020 at noon, 12 pm, in Assembly of God Church at 3821 Abbott Drive in Willmar, Minn.
John Thomas Gill Sr., 56 of Benson MN, died suddenly on September 17th, 2020.
Born on September 14th, 1964 to James and Geri Gill, John grew up in Maple Grove and graduated high school in Osseo, MN. He went on to attend the University of North Dakota and the University of Pennsylvania where he graduated with his master’s degree from the Stonier Graduate School of Banking.
In 1994 John met and married Temple Renee Gill – they went on to make a big family, seven kids in total.
John was a CPA in Minneapolis for many years, however he wanted to pursue community banking – which brought him to rural Minnesota.
John loved life and had many interests and hobbies. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved time spent with his family and friends at his cabin. John was a dedicated grandfather and happily soaked up every minute spent with his grandkids on the farm. He was looking forward to the years ahead slowing down and enjoying life with his wife, Temple.
John is survived by his wife, Temple, his siblings Jeff Gill, Judi (Brad) Schmidt, June (Wade) Linnertz, Jim (Melissa) Gill, and brothers-in-law Edward Drake, Mitchell (Christina) Drake, and Sheldon (Stacy) Drake, His children Amanda (Scott) Averill, Andrea (Dustin) Bak, Jessica (Brandon) Lyczewski, Ava Ray Gill, John Thomas Gill Jr., Faye Katherine Kay Gill, Jonathan (Estee) Avalos and his four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Geri Gill, and his mother-in-law Diana Drake.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Willmar Assembly of God Church.
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Brian Blair
October 14, 2020
I'm shocked and saddened to hear of John's passing. My thoughts are with John's family and friends during this difficult time. I was also one of John's pledge brothers at Kappa Sigma while going to school at UND. I know he will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace, John.
Susan Prell
October 1, 2020
I was saddened to hear of John's passing. John was a prospect of mine and met with him many times. He was an honest and wonderful man who loved his family, community and banking. He was always welcoming to me and was hopeful we would work together at some point in time.
My thoughts and prayers are with Temple and their family while they navigate through this loss. God Bless all of you.
Brian Greicar
September 28, 2020
My condolences to the Gill family. John and I were pledge brothers at UND. He was a great guy and will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace my brother.
Amy Napolski
September 28, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. I had the pleasure of working with John for many years at Becker. I am the account manager that covers Minnesota and helped in the live classes John taught. He was loved by the students and always willing to help them succeed. And when he talked about his family his faced lit up with love. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
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Lisa Klosterman
September 27, 2020
Temple, So very saddened and shocked to see John's obituary today. In the short time your family lived across the street in Lakeville I knew John to be a kind man and the love you shared was apparent. My thoughts are with you and your children as you navigate through this sad journey of grief.
Robert Weaver
September 25, 2020
I met John while prepping for the CPA exam and he was the instructor for Becker. I later went to work for him at Highland Bank. In every interaction with him, he showed that he genuinely cared about you both personally and professionally. He was truly great mentor to me and I'm sure countless others. The model boss, father, and husband to emulate. Deepest sympathy to the Gill family. He will be missed.
Craig Boivin
September 24, 2020
Working with John at Highland Bank was a great experience. We kept in touch over the years after he left Highland Bank. When I think of John I fondly remember his sense of humor. John will be sorely missed.
Anna Lubansky
September 24, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with Temple and the family. John was an amazing wonderful person and will be greatly missed by those who knew him.
Brenna Clark
September 23, 2020
My heart is with you all. John was an amazing man and will never be forgotten. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary and Deb Nelson
September 23, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. John will be missed by all of Clara City.
Dwight Larsen
September 23, 2020
I was fortunate to have worked with John on several bank projects over the years, and then developed a friendship from that. Our conversations covered the gambit of topics, from banking and accounting, to raising horses and other farm animals. He was very supportive and helpful to me during the past year in my new job position, for which I'm so grateful. Heaven is a bit brighter with John's entrance; my heart goes out to his entire family.
Julie & Mark Blake
September 23, 2020
We are so very sorry for your loss. We had the opportunity to work with John and there was not a nicer man than him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Temple and family.
Julie Aalfs
September 23, 2020
Deepest Sympathies to you Temple and your family..... John will forever be missed by many.
Steve and Julie Aalfs
Chris Klohn
September 23, 2020
I worked with John at McGladrey in the mid-90's. He also was an instructor for the Becker CPA course, and I had the honor of being one of his students. John worked hard and treated everyone with respect and dignity. He was a leader professionally and personally and made an impact on everyone around him. A man of his word, a man of character. So sad to hear this news and my heart and prayers go out to the family.
Steven & Bonnie Andresen
September 22, 2020
Deepest Sympathy to the Gill family.
Pamela Wilkening
September 22, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 22, 2020
Temple---You will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Debra Niemi
Rick Gronseth
September 22, 2020
I met John through doing conservation work on his farm. I enjoyed visiting with John and his passion to improve habitat for wildlife. He will certainly be missed. God bless him and his family.
Jeff Frane
September 22, 2020
To the entire Gill family I send my heartfelt condolences. John was my fraternity “little brother”, roommate and most of all friend.
I have nothing but the best memories of John and my heart aches for all of you in these trying times.
AEKDB. “Brothers in Heart Forever”
Melissa Clark
September 22, 2020
He was just an overall GREAT guy!! Such a great loss!!
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