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Jimmie "Jimbo" Gilfillan

1956 - 2017

Jimmie "Jimbo" Gilfillan obituary, 1956-2017, Sharon, SC

BORN

1956

DIED

2017

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Greene Funeral Services - West Chapel

216 Archie Whitesides Road

Gastonia, North Carolina

Jimmie Gilfillan Obituary

Jimmie "Jimbo" Gilfillan, 61, of Sharon, SC, passed away March 4, 2017 at his residence. He was born February 5, 1956 in York, the son of the late Robert Lee Brakefield and Jennie Lynn Lattimore. Jimmie was a member of Sharon United Methodist Church. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was a brick mason by trade and absolutely loved the outdoors. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of over 35 years, Sharon Gilfillan; son Jamie Gilfillan; daughters Heather Gibson (Keith) and Brandy Gilfillan (Kevin); half-brothers Donald and Johnny Brakefield; sister Cathy Adams (Larry) and eight grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his half-sister Joyce Sweet. A memorial service, officiated by Pastor Monica Tilley, will be held 5:30 pm Sunday, March 12, at Sharon United Methodist Church, 3001 Shannon Street, Sharon, SC. The family will receive friends at 4 - 5:15 pm prior to the service at the church. Memorials may be made to Riverview Hospice Care, 1393 Celanese Road, Rock Hill, SC 29732 or American Cancer Society, PO Box 22478, Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or www.cancer.org

Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia. Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com

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Published by The Herald on Mar. 10, 2017.

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Sharon Gilfillan

March 4, 2025

Jimbo it´s been 8 yrs now a lot has happened good and bad. I miss you so much.Not a day goes by o don´t think of you. I know you have Jamie with you and that gives me comfort knowing I have you both to watch over us.Till we are together again I´ll cherish all the memories and love we shared. I Love you Sweetheart Forever

Sharon Gilfillan

March 5, 2023

It´s been six years since I seen your smiling face. Take care of Jamie I love you and Jamie and miss you both so very much. Love you we will meet again.

Sharon

March 4, 2022

It´s been 5 years today but seems to be longer to me.I Love You and will carry you in my heart forever.Miss you Babe

Sharon Gilfillan

March 4, 2020

I miss and love you dearly . Till I see you again .Rest easy I'm doing Good.

Brandy Gilfillan

March 4, 2020

Still miss you more then ever! It never gets easier, still learning to live without you. Love ya daddy!

March 15, 2017

I am so sorry to hear about Jimbo. You all are in my prayers.

Sherry Boyd Ferrell

Daphine Singletary

March 11, 2017

My heart goes out to you and your family Sharon during this time of sorrow. Thinking of you and I pray that you find comfort surrounded by family and friends.

Wanda Childers

March 11, 2017

Love you Jimbo❤

Wanda & Tony Craig

March 11, 2017

Jimmy , we will miss you so very much my brother,we love you. You where such a great friend,you always tried to help others. I'm sure Gods doors where open for you,tell everybody in our familys that we love them. We will try to help Sharon,Brandy,and Jamie through this hard time. Oh do me a favor give Jessie a great big hug for me and tell her we love her. Love love you my sweet brother.

Racheal Lewis

March 11, 2017

Jimbo was a kind, funny, and caring man. I will never forget the day we met and all the days in between. He is greatly missed and forever in our hearts. I pray for comfort and peace for all of you. We have been praying for y'all for a while now and y'all will remain in our prayers! Rest easy Jimbo....till we meet again.

Donna Black-Chambers

March 10, 2017

Sharon and Family, So sorry for your loss. Jimbo was the kind of person that someone would be blessed to meet. He will be missed by all that had that chance. In our thoughts and prayers.

Jeanie Williams

March 10, 2017

I love you Jimbo..Give your Mom a big hug for me..

Karen Davidson

March 10, 2017

RIP Jimbo Prayers for your family

Caleb

March 10, 2017

I love you, Papa

Terry Houser

March 10, 2017

Oh Jimbo, did not have the pleasure of knowing you like many, but the lives you have touched are remarkable. It seems your name cannot be mentioned without someone saying, "let me tell you what Jimbo did for me." A wonderful husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin and the greatest grandfather (Papa) any child would be proud to have. you will be missed by many people and your memory will stay in our hearts forever. JIMBO, you were a wonderful papa to my grandson, Caleb and he told me many things he learned from you. He also said, even though you were busy, you always had time to talk to him. I am so proud to say when i hear your name that yes, i knew you. I knew Jimbo. RIP, my friend.

Mary & Andy Jones

March 10, 2017

Sharon and family so sorry for the loss of this good man. May God comfort you all. Hugs and Prayers.

Karen Cabe Brown

March 10, 2017

I've knew this kind and funny man 40 years ago when we were young wild and crazy. He lived and loved real hard then and throughout his way to short life.

Shay Jones

March 10, 2017

ShayKay, I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and the family. He will be truly missed...one of a kind!

Shay Jones

Ltnn Brazzell

March 10, 2017

My prayers are with you guys, Jimbo will be missed. LYMI

Tammy Martin

March 10, 2017

Sharon I am so sorry for your loss, you have been in my prayers for some time now, and will continue to be. May God bless you and give you comfort.

Sharon Gilfillan

March 10, 2017

Forever my Love till we meet again.♥

Lillian Santa

March 10, 2017

Losing someone you love is nothing easy, but knowing that you were part of his life and that someday you will meet again is a BLESSING in itself! Praying that God grants you the peace that surpasses ALL understanding in the days to follow! Love you, God Bless!

March 10, 2017

Sharon, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, S'Ann

Cathy Bradley

March 10, 2017

Mark met him at Heaven's door.....I'm so sorry for your loss

March 10, 2017

Cathy,
I am so sorry for your loss of Jimbo. You're in our prayers for comfort and strength.

Love,
Linda and Ronnie Martin

Brandy Gilfillan

March 10, 2017

I Love and Miss you so Daddy, will carry you with me forever!

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