Susan Bowman Gilliland

You'll always be remembered and missed.

I was so sorry to hear about Susan, we were classmates at FHS. I remember her always smiling and making others smile.
Susie Toppins Thomas

One night as I
lay resting,in my litte darkened room ;
my window blew wide open, it smelled like roses were in bloom.
I sat up and took notice, what was happening in front of my eyes,
The heavens suddenley parted, I saw Jesus in the skys.

He pointed his nail scarred hand at me, and said"my child it's time to go"
I told him i was too busy, I had things to do here below.

I felt his warmth around me, the room smelled like rose perfume,he said "get up my child right now ! you're going to leave this room !"

As I felt my hand intertwine with his, and I started a journey thru the sky;
I looked down upon the earth as we know it, and bid my friends and family, goodbye.

author:Patti Farrington Smith
friend of susan

One funny, loving & loyal person. Feel very blessed to have known her.

I remember Susan as a school mate at Fulton HS, and from attending Church with her at City View as a young person. She was a sweet spirit, and Heavon's light is brighter now because she is there. My prayers are with you all.

My sincere condolences to the Gilliland family.

It is a honor to be a classmate of Susan. She was always so cheerful and helpful to everyone. I'm sure she received a loving greeting when she walked thru the Pearly Gate of Heaven and heard "well done, thou good and faithful servant".

To Susan's Family,

I remember Susan as a student at Fulton HS, when I was a secretary there. She was beautiful inside and out as a teenager--such a "sweetheart". How wonderful it is to know what a full and joyous life she had with her family, her work, her church, and her many friends. She left our world much too soon. I pray God's blessings on each of you as you grieve her passing.

Jo Ann Beckley-Gutridge

So shocked Susan is gone,even though we haven't been close lately, will never forget the fun times we had in younger years playing with your little dog. I know you r in a better place and the promise of seeing u again! She was a precious person! Sheila Perry Keith Knox.Tenn.

I am so sorry her time with you in this life has ended. I know you'll cherish the memories you have with her and I know she will always be closer to you at all times now that her body doesn't weigh down her spirit. I'll be praying for you and your family. Joel, my friend God bless you and keep you. God's peace dear friend.

God called an angel home. He chose an amazing woman.

I also remember Susan from Fulton. She shared her heart with others and brightened days. We were in Future Teachers of America together.

So sorry for your loss. I remember Susan from our days at Fulton High School, and was saddened to hear of her passing from another Falcon Alumni...My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all her friends and family... She is in a much better place now and reunited with her loving parents...Susan was such a beautiful person inside and out and i will miss her so much...Chris E. Wise...class of '77..

On behalf of the FULTON family, I send our sincerest condolences. Susan and Jim were always such supportive parents while Joel and Kaleigh were in school. We love you guys and are praying for you during this difficult time.

So sorry for you loss...We are praying for your family...Susan was a delight to know...Kirkpatrick Family

So sad to see u go u will trully be missed thanks for your love to me and my family god rest your soal we know u in a better place now

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

The smile God gave you to share to this world still lives vividly in our hearts. To know you was to know laughter and how to enjoy a great story!! Gonna miss you for just a little while, but expect to catch up and hear some heavenly stories about Angels and Moses & Peter & Samson & etc,etc,etc, LOL....... Love you Susan, see ya soon Girl.

To the Gilliland Family -
We were so sorry to hear about Susan. She was such an amazing person and was always so much fun to be with. We've shared many good times and will cherish them always. We wish that we could have spent more time together. We will always miss her, but we thank the Lord that He saw fit for us to cross paths and to become friends. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hold onto Jesus, for He is our comfort and His promises are true. We will see Susan again one day and she will tell us lots of new stories!

We love you,

Dean and Kay Hall

Susan was a wonderful person and is now a beautiful Angel in heaven to watch over you. May God give you strength and comfort in the days ahead. ~Gail (from Surgery)

You are each in my prayers as you mourn the loss of your wife, friend, and mother. Such a special lady with faith and trust in God that she shared with each of us in her smile and the beautiful glow on her face. I am so blessed to have known her. She was and will always be an inspiration to me.
With deepest sympathy,
Chris Newby

Sorry for your loss and the Cramers send their condolences

Susan was an absolutely wonderful human being......sweet, kind, compassionate, fun, and always smiling. Even though I did not see her often, it was always a happy occasion when I did, and we would always make a long visit out of a chance meeting.

We talked by phone for several years before we ever met in person, and when I think of her, I will always remember her happy voice and upbeat greeting, "Surgery -- Ms. Gilliland!"

My sincere sympathy to the family on the loss of this wonderful person.

My dear Susan, from the time me and my kids walked into Oakwood, I can honestly say, I remember your contagious smile! I saw this smile everytime I saw you! Most of the time, you were the last person I saw as I was leaving the church! Youve always treated my kids, like they were yours. They all adored you, loved, and will miss you terribly. You were a prime example of a Christian woman and would someone your last slice of bread if they should they were hungry. Im going to miss you, our talks and you in your chair at the back of the church smiling, laughing and waving! Our beloved Angel here on earth, finally has her real wings up there! Dont go partying too much-well ok, go head and have fun! I love you Susan!!!

We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family.
Maggie Cole & Staci Cole Bowling

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. prayers are with the family, kaleigh we love you & are here if you need us

So sorry for your loss. Thinking and praying for the family!

To the family: I am so sorry to hear about Susan's passing. We used to work at St. Mary's. Her job was to schedule surgeries and I was down the hall in Medical Transcription. Our paths would cross often in the hallway and she never met a stranger. Always laughing and cutting up. She will be missed.

To the Gilliland family,

My heart is broken to hear of the passing of Susan. She would light up a room when she entered. I remember the Ford family reunion's and you could always here someone say "here comes Susan and Jim". Everyone always loved to see you all coming to family gatherings. I know she will be greatly missed, but the beautiful memories that God allowed you all to make as a family will last a lifetime.

You will be in my prayers during this most difficult time.

We are so sorry to hear of Susan's passing. She was such a wonderful person and a great inspiration. Se will always hold a special place in our hearts, and will be missed. May God comfort and keep the family during the coming days.

I am gonna miss her alot!!
She was such a vibrant and exciting person! My Prayers are with your family.

I remember Susan from school. All 12 years. Through all that time, she always had a smile. She was still the same at the only reunion I attended. God bless the family and friends she left behind.

HEY JOEL i`M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THIS .I SEND YOU ALL MY CONDOLENCES AND IF YOU NEED ANYTHING CALL ME.

BILL GANN

Sending love and praying for comfort to you all

Jim and family -

Susan was certainly one of God's shining lights in this world. I loved to hear her talk and tell a story. She always brought such life to everything and everyone around her. I might not haveseen your family over the recent years as often as in the past but have always stayed in touch with how things have been going. Susan will be greatly missed by all. I know the light and joy she brought to everyone around her will continue to shine. I pray that God will wrap you all in his loving arms to bring comfort and peace in the days ahead.

With Much Love,
Melinda

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan's radiant smile brought joy to my life every time I saw her. Her role in Heaven should come easily, considering how she was already an Angel here on earth.

Joel my heart goes out to you and your family