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TILLIS Wayne Biff George Tillis, 60, died Friday, April 16, 2011 in Jacksonville, FL. Funeral services and a celebration of his life will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, April 22, 2011 at First Evangelical Church with burial in Macon Memorial Park Cemetery. Pastor Tim Long will officiate. The family will meet friends from 1 p.m. to service time on Friday at the church. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Joshua Watkins Memorial Endowment Scholarship Fund, University of North Florida, 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224. Mr. Tillis was born in Gainesville, FL and grew up in Jacksonville. He was a 1972 graduate of Mercer University where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity. Mr. Tillis earned his Juris Doctorate Degree in 1978 from the Walter F. George School of Law and served with the U. S. Navy. Mr. Tillis served as Clerk under Judge C. Cloud Morgan before becoming Chief Assistant District Attorney with the Macon Judicial Circuit and serving nearly thirty-five years until his retirement in December, 2010. He was a member of the State Bar of Georgia, a member of the Macon Bar Association, REACH, a member of the Crawford County Bar Association and was nominated for Assistant District Attorney of the Year in 1988. Mr. Tillis was preceded in death by his nephew, Cpl, Joshua Watkins, USMC. Survivors include his daughter whom he adored and for whom he lived and breathed, Ashli M. Tillis (Matthew) Wilds of Juliette; his fiance of thirteen and a half years and the love of his life, Marilyn Huntley of Fort Valley; his mother, Gail Tillis of Jacksonville, FL; his father, George (Muriel) Tillis of Gordon; his brother, David (Judy) Tillis of St. Augustine, FL; his sister, Amy Vazquez of Jacksonville, FL; his niece, Austin Tillis of St. Augustine, FL; his nephew, Griffin Tillis of St. Augustine, FL; his stepdaughter, Brandi (Scott) Stiglitz; numerous stepbrothers and stepsisters and their families of Gordon. Visit www.maconmp.com to express condolences. Macon Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery has charge of arrangements. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Apr. 21, 2011.

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Amy Jeannie jelly beanie

April 13, 2024

Miss you my big brother! More of our family has joined you in heaven this past year. I look forward to seeing all of you along with our Lord and Savior, Jesus. Then there will be no more goodbye's. I think of you often. Love you.

Amy vazquez

April 16, 2022

Miss you big brother

Uncle Herb Herbert Parker

April 13, 2022

Here where we are 2022 and we still have you in our hearts, Aunt Harriet and me still your Uncle. Now you are with all most the family. My Mom and your grand mother, uncle Duke ,your Father, George , nephew Josh, and most of all your Mother and my sister Pops. I am alone now soon to be 82 years old. I still have Amy and David but still have my family. You know your Aunt Harriet and the 2 sons. I now have 4 grand children . They keep me going. I wish we would have had more time together Biff but you are still in my heart and always will be. Love you Biff and will see you soon. Uncle Herb.

October 12, 2011

I just saw the news in the Mercerian. I am very saddened by his death. When in college he was one of my best friends. I truly regret that we only saw and talked to each other once in the last 39 years. I know he had to make an impact on his family , his associates as he did on me. Knowing he is gone will make this day a little less lively. It seems perhaps strange to say this, but I will miss him.

Richard D. Heider, Tampa Florida

May 9, 2011

My beautiful Biff, I love you so much and will till the day I join you. You were my life for almost 14 wonderful years. I am so blessed to have had that many years with you although I wanted many more but God had his reason for calling you home when he did and I live on knowing you are in his glory. You loved me and spoiled me and enjoyed every minute of it. You always said I was the love of your life and you are the love of my life. We were perfect together. I think what made me love you the most was the way you loved your precious Ashli. Your eyes lit up everytime you talked to her and saw her. I have such a high respect for you because of the father you were. You favorite saying to me "I spoil my 2 girls" was so true. I am so sad you are gone but I have so many wonderful memories that will stay with me forever and I know you are watching over us. I am taking care of our precious animals and talk to them everyday about you. I love and miss you forever. I am at peace knowing that you knew how much I love you and that it was the last thing you heard from me and that your last week you spent time with Ashli, David, Amy, your mom and your dad and that happened because God loves you and that was part of his plan. You still put a smile on my face everyday!! I love you!! Marilyn

Uncle Herb

May 4, 2011

Well Biff, This is our week, first my birthday and the next day would have been your's. But then it is still your's with our LORD. How wonderful that is for you, but, of course we wish you were here but I know in my heart you are in the most glorious place of all.
You served your entire adult life to GOD and Country. Not many of us can say that we did both but you can. Now GOD has brought you home and your Aunt Harriet and I rejoice in that. You, Mom and Josh are now together and when the Dear LORD make that decision we all will be together.

God Bless you all. Our love will always be with you, Aunt Harriet, Uncle Herb

Rick James

April 24, 2011

David,Amy,Gail and family I just heard about Biff and my heart goes out to you all. Remember that he touched many people's life and they were made better for it all. Will always remember his humorous nature and how he touched my life. May God continue to comfort your hearts.

Steve Brennaman

April 24, 2011

Biff's sudden passage into Heaven is a reminder that we need to do a better job of letting people know how important they have been to us and continue to be so. I served with Biff when we were in Navy Basic Training together at Great Lakes Naval Training Center. He was the "old man" in the platoon and kept us youngsters under control. Many nights he would help me understand what I needed to do to be successful. Many of these lessons I have carried with me for 36+ years in the Navy and later in the Army. I next saw Biff when I was an undergrad at Mercer and he was in law school. We actually graduated at the same time (me undergrad and him Law School). I know God has opened his arms fro him and we will swap stories in heaven.

April 23, 2011

My Dearest Brother Biff,

Tomorrow is Easter; RESURECTION SUNDAY!!
I am so thankful that you know Jesus as your Lord and Savior. Because of what Jesus did on the cross, the Victory is won and the grave is overwhelmed.

I will miss you so much big brother, but I so rejoice in knowing that we will be together again. I know that even now, you are with my precious son Joshua. I am so vey thankful that you both are in the presence of God.

I look forward to that happy day when we all can be together once again.

I love you Biff. Your little sister, Amy Jeannie, jelly beanie

Charlie Runion

April 23, 2011

Only yesterday did we learn of the death of a very good friend. Nancy and I are deeply saddened and extend our sympathy to his loved ones. Biff will be dearly missed.

April 23, 2011

If a man is measured by his children,Mr. Tillis was a fine man.Our sympathies go out to daughter,Ashli Wilds, Matthew Wilds, Marilyn and the other members of his family. May God's strength continue to be with you.

Love,
Grandpa and Aunt Louise

Hope Prince

April 22, 2011

Ashli,
So heavy hearted for you. So sorry for the loss of such a great man. He always had a hug and a smile when I saw him. May you find comfort in the weeks to come. Love you!

April 22, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kerry & Marianne Rooks

M Ivory

April 22, 2011

I had the pleasure of working with Biff for a few years. He was a fair and honest man. May God to continue to comfort you during this difficult time.

April 22, 2011

Very saddened to hear about Biff. I know how much Willis respected his friend and colleague in the D.A.'S office . I will always remember fondly his ready smile and his compassion for our family..With deepest sympathy Diana and family of Willis B.Sparks 111

April 22, 2011

My condolence to Dave,Amy,his Mother and father,Ashli,and Marilyn..Biff to me was more than a brother...Know matter what, he was always upstanding not judgemental...Lived life like everyone should...What A Man ...Knowing BIFF was so specail,One word to describe Him,Love....God Bless everyone that came in contact with Biff......Chares Sharpe

Bill and Donna Marlow

April 22, 2011

Sorry to hear about the loss of a great man. You are in our prayers and thoughts thru this tough time.If you need anything , don"t hesitate to call.

Gary Pounds

April 22, 2011

Biff and I were fraternity brothers at Mercer in the early seventies. We enjoyed many good times. My sympathy goes out to his friends and family. Know that he will live on in our memories.

April 21, 2011

To Dave and the entire Tillis family, my condolences to you and with deepest sympathies I say, he will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you today and moving forward. Love, Patti Miller

Lois Railey

April 21, 2011

ASHLI,
I am going to miss Biff a lot! Just remember your strength is in the Lord.One thing stands out in particular when he use to tell you "I love you up to the sky and down again" I am here for you any time all the time!
Love,
Meme

April 21, 2011

I Spent many years working with Biff. You will be missed my friend.

Fred & Molly Barker

April 21, 2011

I Spent many years working with Biff. You will be missed my friend.

April 21, 2011

My deepest sympathies go out for the family during this time. I too will miss Biff greatly as he was a big part of my life for 30 years. I will always smile when I think of him saying "OH NO" whenever he saw me coming. You all will be in my prayers.

Penny Childres Myers
Roberta, Ga.

Marsha Breedlove

April 21, 2011

To the family of Biff- my sincere and deepest sympathy to all of you. Biff has been a true friend of mine and my husband for a long time. Will miss his hugs and smiles. I know he loved his family dearly.

April 21, 2011

RIP Sailor and thank you for your service.

Pam Tribble Johnson

April 21, 2011

Biff was a great man, always kind and loving, Everytime I saw him he hugged me. He will be missed and will always be loved. God bless you and your family!!

Dana Nettles

April 20, 2011

Ashli....I am so sorry to hear about your Daddy. I cannot imagine what you are going through right now. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Luv ya girl !!

Melanie Chastain Nobles

April 20, 2011

Praying for peace through this difficult time.

Rojeanna Adams

April 20, 2011

Our sincere sympathy goes out to the Wayne G. Tillis Family - he was such a pleasant man to meet and greet - he always took the time to either nod his head or speak to you in passing. God Bless your family !

Elizabeth Franklin

April 20, 2011

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers

April 20, 2011

Ashli we're so sorry to hear about Biff. We always liked him, he was always there at our times of saddness. God bless you and Matt during this difficult time. You will be in our prayers. We love you.
Juanita Tarpley - Rome, Ga
Carrie Brannen - Glennville, Ga.

Ken & Pearl White

April 20, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cecil and Marianne Lashley

April 20, 2011

To the family of Biff Tillis we send you our condolences and our prayer for peace and loving memories of your times together. Biff was a very special friend to us and he will be missed by all who knew him.

Darlene Cunningham

April 20, 2011

To the Tillis Family please accept my deepest sympathy. Judy it's been way to long. Hope ya'll have a safe trip. Love Darlene Cunningham and Mrs. Goff

Brian & Roxana Shepley

April 20, 2011

We will miss his smile,humor and his love for upholding the law. Biff was a gracious friend and loved his family and friends.When you heard the name of Biff a mental smile would form in your mind.He left this world giving us great memories and the privilege of knowing him.

Ken Bailey

April 20, 2011

To Biff's family and friends, we have a lost a truly good man. I became friends with Biff thirty nine years ago when we started college together. His intelligence was surpassed only by his sense of humor and his loyalty to his friends. The middle Georgia legal community and all his friends will really miss him. God bless him as he rests in peace.

Gary/Brenda Matheny

April 20, 2011

Ashli - Sorry to hear about your Dad.

Paula Hammock

April 20, 2011

I am praying for you to have peace and strength at this time. You have my deepest sympathies.

Candi Lasseter James

April 20, 2011

To the Families, Sandy and other co-workers: I had the pleasure of working with Biff for many years at the Courthouse. He was wonderful in his work and was a great friend. While we cannot understand deaths like his, there are times we just have to believe by faith. May you feel God's presence now more than ever before. God Bless all of You.

Sandy Phillips

April 20, 2011

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

April 20, 2011

Captain Dan Barrett, BSO

Susan Bormolini

April 20, 2011

To the Tillis family & friends,
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Biff! The world has lossed a wonderful person. I was honored to have met him. May your hearts be comforted with the wonderful memories of joyful times you shared together and may they help ease the pain during this sad and difficult time. Sending love and prayers to all of you.

Michael and Linda Smith

April 20, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Denise McDaniel

April 20, 2011

To Biff's Family & Friends,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together. May the Lord wrap his arms around you now. Biff's smile will surely be missed.

Algin and Waverlyn Grant

April 19, 2011

Ashli, when we moved on this street you were about six weeks old. Your dad was so proud of you, and loved you so much. We watched as he taught you to ride your bike, then years later to drive the car. He was such a wonderful man, and good to all his neighbors. We are all going to miss him so much, and so sorry this had to happen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, and may his "sweet memories" comfort you as you contine this journey on earth.

Dennis & Peggy Herbert

April 19, 2011

May your fondest memories of Biff be a part of your future as you celebrate the life he lived ! Our thoughts and prayers go with you.

Barbara Davidson

April 19, 2011

Ahley,
So sorry about Biff. I saw him crossing the street in FT. Valley about 3 or 4 days before. I have known him about 40 years and remember when you were born. Always be proud of the wonderful DAD you had.

Alton Griffin

April 19, 2011

My condolences to Biffs family. I will miss all the discussions we have had about the BRAVES Biff...and I will miss you. Goodbye my friend.

CINDY GRIFFIN

April 19, 2011

Such a wonderful man taken way to soon. My heart goes out to Biffs family, may you all find peace at this sad time. Our loss is heavens gain....WE WILL MISS YOU BIFF!

April 19, 2011

David and Family, We are so sorry to hear about Biff. We are thinking of you at this time. Love Marian and Wayne Griffin and Matt and Lindsey Sigmon

Kimberly Redick

April 19, 2011

Ashley,
I was saddened to hear of your loss. Mr. Biff and my dad, Thomas Garwood, were best of friends. They loved going at each other in the court room and on the golf course. Please know you are in my prayers. Your dad will be greatly missed.
Kimberly Garwood Redick

Brenda Rodgers

April 19, 2011

To the Tillis Family:

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Biff was a great man that contributed so much. He will be missed!

May God bless each of you.

Sincerest sympathy - Brenda

April 19, 2011

Ashley, I am so saddened by your father's death. I knew him for many years, having worked with him in the court system. I remember when he started out as Judge Morgan's law clerk and I had the privilege of working as a court reporter on many cases he handled throughout the years until I retired in 2005.

Biff was well respected and loved by his collegues and friends alike.

Elizabeth Holloway, Byron, GA

Bill Lavender

April 19, 2011

Middle Georgia Law Enforcement has lost a great friend and allie. Biff, you will be sorely missed. Ashli, your father was a great prosecutor and always provided us guidance with the tough questions we often asked. May God bless you and your family during this time of grief.

Terry Rainey

April 19, 2011

All,
My entire family thought alot of Biff. We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayer are with you.
The Family of the late Guy Loyd
Shelby, Michael, Brandi Boatwright and Terry Campbell Rainey

Karen Aromatorio

April 19, 2011

A great man made a great impact on a lot of people. Ashli, your father was very proud of you and will always be with you.

Myra Tisdale

April 19, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Biff's humor as a lawyer, a golfer and as a friend will truly be missed. I pray your memories are sweet.

John Regan

April 19, 2011

Biff was a true friend, and a lion of a prosecutor. He will be missed by all. May the Lord bring you comfort.

Judy & Ronnie Marable

April 19, 2011

So sorry to hear about Biff. So unexpected. We used to see him all the time at the NuWay in Ft Valley. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Kirby Wincey

April 19, 2011

May God give you comfort in this time of grief. May your memories of the past support you in the future. God bless. He will be greatly missed.

April Davidson

April 19, 2011

I pray that the family and friends find peace throughout this very difficult time.

Pat (Mayo) Fuller

April 19, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Ricky Royal

April 19, 2011

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

Otis Scarbary

April 19, 2011

Dear Family, I had the privilege of knowing Biff since law school and I will always remember him as a friend and respected colleague. He will be missed by many. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.

KAREN AND JOE THAMES

April 19, 2011

ASHLEY, JOE AND I WERE SO SORRY TO HERE OF THE PASSING OF YOUR DAD. HE WAS A SUPER PERSON AND WILL BE MISSED GREATLY. PLEASE KNOW OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYER ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY AT THIS TIME. LOVE, JOE AND KAREN THAMES

Stephanie Floyd Lenigar

April 19, 2011

Ashli praying for you and the rest of the family during this difficult and unexpected time in your life

Tammy Saffold

April 19, 2011

To the family of Biff and to the DA's office, I am so very sorry to hear of Biff's passing. The eleven years I have worked with him he made me laugh with his telling me he was feeling ducky in the mornings. I am saddend by his passing. May God comfort the ones that loved him as we all go through this sad time in our lives. I pray for The Lord to keep us close and lift us up during this time. Sandy, I pray for God's peace for you as I know you are holding up on the outside but grieving on the inside, you have worked by his side for thirty years. May the lord be with us all right now and keep us strong... Amen

Michelle Yingling

April 19, 2011

Words can not express the deep respect I have for people you are Public Servants, thanks for your unselfish acts of time from your dad for the citizens in the Circuit

Tony Wainwright

April 19, 2011

Ashley our thoughts and prayers are w you. So sorry about your loss. Your dad was a great man and he will forever be missed! We love you.

Joanne Cooper

April 19, 2011

This is such terrible news! Biff and I were law school students together, and he was a great guy. My condolences to the family. You will be in my prayers.

Michael and Linda Smith

April 19, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies. Biff was a wonderful friend.

April 19, 2011

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Amy Buttigieg

April 19, 2011

Ashley and family my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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