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Gardner Gill Obituary

Gardner C. Gill
of Lowell, Korean War Vet; 82

LOWELL -- Gardner C. Gill, 82, died Thursday, February 20th, at Greenbriar Nursing Home in Nashua, surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Doris (Roy) Gill, who predeceased him in 1999.

Gardner was born in Chelmsford, MA on August 15, 1931, a son of Hilda (DeLahaye) and Jesse Gill. He received his education in Lowell and was a graduate of Lowell High School. Later, he proudly served his country during the Korean War, as part of the US Army, until being honorably discharged.

For many years, Gardner was employed as a Mechanical Assembler at Raytheon, Photon and Itek.

Gardner loved the outdoors and enjoyed camping at his favorite campsite in Wells, ME, wintering in Destin, Florida and spending time on the beach. But more than anything, he enjoyed the time he shared with his loving family.

He is survived and will be deeply missed by his five children, David Gill and his wife, Darlene of Center Harbor, NH, Peter Gill and his wife, Denise of Hudson,NH, Joyce Campbell and her husband, Peter of Dracut, Matthew Gill and his partner, Rafael of Lawrence and Steven Gill of Lowell; eight grandchildren, David Jr., Derrick, Danny, Dylan, Jennifer, Shauna, Dustin and Rachel; as well as several nieces and nephews.

GILL -- Relatives and friends are invited to pay their respects on SUNDAY, February 23rd from 2-6 p.m. at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Ave., DRACUT. Cremation will follow. Burial in the spring in Edson Cemetery, Lowell. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. To leave an online condolence, story or message, please visit www.dracutfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Feb. 21, 2014.

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Gail (DeLaHaye) Ward Reilly

February 27, 2014

To the Gill Family: On behalf on Calvin DeLaHaye and his family, we are sorry for the loss of Gardner. Cal hadn't seen him in years but thought of him fondly. With our sincere sympathies, The DeLaHaye and Ward families (The Wards were his neighbors on Robert St)

Bill Maine

February 22, 2014

Sorry to hear of my friend, have not seen him for awhile but thought of him often. was a good friend of my stepdad-"Dee"

February 22, 2014

To The Gil Family,
So sorry to hear about Gardner's passing. We always enjoyed seeing and talking with him at our "cousin's" get togethers. He was a kind and gentle man. Norman & Diane Roy

Cheryl & Gary Johnson

February 21, 2014

Dave and Darl
So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts are with you and your family. Xoxoxo

February 21, 2014

TO THE GILL FAMILY
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR GREAT DAD / MAY HE REST IN PEACE NOW /
SINCERELY
BILL AND GLORIA O`BRIEN

barbara sainz

February 21, 2014

our deepest prayers and thoughts to your family.I always enjoyed talking to Mr.Gill.He had the best stories especially his war ones.He will be missed.

Rick Fournier

February 21, 2014

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.

February 21, 2014

Hello, I wanted to say that your Dad was a kind man. We have great memories or our parents getting together and playing cards and laughing. I am in California but my heart is heavy knowing we have lost a loved one. Please stay strong...Rest in Peace Uncle Gardner. It will not be the same without you and Aunt Doris. I hope we can keep the strings attached as a family like our parents have showed that connection and stability. Sent with love. Sincerely, Jackie

February 21, 2014

Denise & Pete, Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Neighbors The Taylors

Kelly Gove

February 21, 2014

Dear Joyce and Peter
So sorry for your loss you are in my thoughts and prayers
Kelly Sullivan Gove

Kathy Mele

February 21, 2014

Joyce so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My toughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy and Chuck

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