Neal Marshall Gillis II

Neal Marshall Gillis II

Neal Gillis Obituary

Published by Music Funeral Home - Waycross on Jun. 18, 2017.
Mr. Neal Marshall Gillis II, 51, died Sunday evening (June 18, 2017) at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL following a long illness. He was born in Waycross, GA and was a lifelong resident of Ware County. He received a Masters Degree from the University of West Georgia and was the owner and operator of Century Metals Roofing Supply where he loved to spend time working. He is survived by his wife, Abby Dixon Gillis of Millwood; two sons, Aaron Michael Gillis of Waycross and Neal Marshall Gillis III of Jacksonville, FL; two step-daughters, Sarah Elizabeth Panner of Nashville, TN and Emily Caroline Panner of Atlanta, GA; a step-son, John Richard Panner of Atlanta, GA; his father, Neal Marshall Gillis of Waycross; his mother, Millicent Deshazo Gillis of Waycross; a sister, Lisa Gillis Vreeland of Powder Springs, GA; and several other relatives. A graveside service will be held 9:00 a.m. Wednesday (June 21, 2017) at Oakland Cemetery. Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com. Music Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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June 28, 2017

Robbi Lynn posted to the memorial.

June 26, 2017

Lilly Simeoni posted to the memorial.

June 26, 2017

Dana Boyett Conley posted to the memorial.

Robbi Lynn

June 28, 2017

Dear Abby, I am so sorry and send prayers to you and your family. I remember the first time I met Marshall and I was so impressed with his passion for his work and his family. My heart is with you. Robbi Lynn Broadcast South, LLC

Lilly Simeoni

June 26, 2017

I am sadden to hear of Marshall Gillis' passing, he was kind and sweet to us when we went to the office and always asked about our animals. His company supported us a few times when our kennels were hit by storms. My deepest condolences to the surviving family.

Dana Boyett Conley

June 26, 2017

Neal, Millicent, Lisa, Aaron, and Neal, My deepest condolences to each of you at this time. Marshall was an amazing man that loved his family very much. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this difficult time. May God be with you.

Ross Surrency

June 25, 2017

Millicent and Neal, I am so sorry to hear of Marshall's passing. I have a lot of fond memories of Marshall from my childhood and since becoming your neighbor long ago. Your family has always been so good to mine. May God be with you during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers, Ross.

James Bacon

June 24, 2017

To the family of Marshall.you gave me the opportunity to meet one of the best friend's you could have met in life.My deepest condolences to the Gills family.Be Strong Abby

James Harry "Jimmy" Vining, Jr.

June 23, 2017

Me deepest condolences to all the Neal Gillis family. May God's loving peace wash over and heal you all.

Teddy Shiver

June 23, 2017

I went to school with Marshall for 12 years he was a very good friend of mine I'm so sad to hear his departure may God be with the family. My prayers are with you all I will miss him dearly also sincerely James shiver Teddy

Sharon Lee Heath

June 22, 2017

Dear Millicent, Neal and family, I am just heartbroken and sad to learn of Marshall's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sharon Lee Heath

Nan Elerson White

June 22, 2017

Neal, Millicent, Lisa and families, I am so sorry to hear of Marshall's passing. Praying for comfort and peace for you all. Love, Nan Elerson White

The Arnold Family

June 22, 2017

To The Gillis Family.. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family... We are very sorry for your loss... From The Arnold Family...... Huey, Marietta, Doyle, Cassie and J.C Arnold

Faye and David Schardt

June 21, 2017

Abby, so sorry to learn of Marshall's passing. Thoughts and prayers with you and the family.

Allen & Faye Jowers

June 21, 2017

Ms Abby and family we are so sorry for your loss We are Praying for God to give you all comfort,peace and strength through this time of sorrow

Wanda Roth

June 21, 2017

I am so sorry to hear this, Millicent,and send my prayers for strength and comfort!

John Higgs

June 21, 2017

We at Broadcast South Radio are very sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the family.

Pastor Stanley evans

June 21, 2017

To the Gillis family we are for you and with you and remember Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal

Cynthia Barry Crowe

June 21, 2017

To all the family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I pray that God will comfort your hearts and give you peace during your time of sorrow.

Gary Dixon

June 21, 2017

Millicent and Neal, I am so sorry to learn of Marshall's passing. Please know that you and his family are in my thoughts. Love, your cousin, Gary Dixon

Bruce and Kathy Hersey

June 21, 2017

Abby so sorry to hear about Marshall passing you will be in our prayers and I pray that god will give you strength and peace in you body and mind to move forward in life just wanted you to know that will still Love you .

Georgia Swanson Jackson

June 21, 2017

Mr. & Mrs. Gillis: I haven't seen you since the class of 81 dispersed and went their separate ways and I lost touch with Lisa. However, I can't imagine the pain of having to bury your own child no matter how old they are. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that I will be praying for your family to have peace, unity, and a sharing of love and togetherness during this time.

Lorayne and Tom Strickland

June 21, 2017

Millicent, We are sorry for your families loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Greg Thornton

June 21, 2017

Abby, I am deeply sorry to learn of Marahall's death. It was a privilege to know him as a very close friend in high school. I'm praying and will continue to pray for you and your family thru this very difficult time.

Joanie

June 21, 2017

Miller and family I am so sorry for your loss! U are in my thoughts and prayers!! Please let me know if u need anything!!

Jeff Holder

June 21, 2017

I am sorry to hear of Marshalls passing He was a good person Prayers to the family

Jamie Fraley Segear

June 21, 2017

Love, thoughts, and prayers for the family! I'm so sad to hear this news.

Cindy Jeffords Callahan

June 21, 2017

Abby, I am devastated to hear about Marshall. I am praying for you and the entire family. Please know I will continue praying in the days to come for God to give you strength and peace. Love you.

Jimmy Johnson

June 21, 2017

Millicent and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Just know that you and your family remain in our thoughts and prayers. With great sympathy, Jimmy and Mary Johnson

Mark Deal

June 21, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Wonderful family. May the Lord comfort and strengthen you during these days.

Owen Fesperman

June 21, 2017

I'm very saddened to hear of Marshall's passing. I have known him since kindergarten. My prayers are with you.

Pam Dasher Wiggins

June 21, 2017

So sorry to hear about this. Marshall was a great person! Praying for his family!

Wesley Taylor

June 21, 2017

Very saddened by this news. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gillis family. God bless.

Keena White

June 21, 2017

Millicent I am so sorry for your lose. I just saw his obituary. You and your family are in my prayers. Keena White

Janet Shaw

June 21, 2017

Lisa and family - please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during htis

Kennsel Bennett, Class of 83

June 21, 2017

My prayers going out the Gillis family. Praying for peace and comfort.

Laura Steptoe Pike

June 21, 2017

I am so sad to hear about Marshall....my prayers are going up for sweet Abby and all the family in the difficult days ahead. The Class of '83 sure has lots of fond memories of Marshall and good times we had at Ware County High School. God Bless each of you.

Stephen Shepherd

June 21, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I am glad to have known Marshall and called him friend. May God give you peace!

The Larry Duane Family

June 21, 2017

Dearest Neighbors, The entire family is devastated to hear of Marshalls death. Please know that all of you will be in our daily prayers.

Gene Brown

June 20, 2017

Abby, Neal and Millicent, I was shocked at your son's passing. It has been so long since I seen you'all. But I always remember our friendship. May GOD bless your family during these difficult times.

Darien

June 20, 2017

I'm sorry to hear this. Prayers for the family.

Lisa Harper Steedley

June 20, 2017

So sorry for the loss of your brother Lisa. I pray for God's comfort for you all. Blessings

Bruce Tison

June 20, 2017

So sorry to hear about Marshall passing. I have many great memories with him. Prayers for Abby, and the entire family. He will be missed.

Rose Mary & David Ambrose

June 20, 2017

Condolences to Marshall family! Sorry to hear of the sad news.

Michael Hewett

June 20, 2017

A tragic loss for a wonderful family. Marshall was a mentor and inspiration to me as a teenager. We spent many hours together in the gym and on the football field. I know he will be missed. To the Gillis family, my heart goes out to you and you will be in my prayers. You reared a fine son who turned into a good man.

joyce schofill and family

June 20, 2017

Sorry to hear of marshall leaving for a better place this early in life. He will be missed as a husband, son, father, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. We cherish our memories together!!!

Clyde Emel Smith

June 20, 2017

Sorry to hear of the death of Marshall. God bless this family. Amen

Bill James

June 20, 2017

Love you Marshall best friend I ever had RIP Bill James

Bubba Alverson

June 20, 2017

I am so sorry to hear about Marshall. Praying for family.

Carla Crump Blake

June 20, 2017

My deepest condolences and prayers for the family.

Joey Pittman

June 20, 2017

Abbie, I was shocked to find out he had passed. We are praying for ya'll.

Juanita Boatright

June 20, 2017

Abby so sorry for your loss. My thouhts are with you.

Dougal Gillis

June 20, 2017

Sorry to hear of Marshall's passing. He was a dear friend. Prayers for you and your family.

Dana Jowers

June 20, 2017

Abby, we are sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

Chummie Price

June 20, 2017

My condolences go out to Marshalls family and all that knew him.

Byron Lee

June 20, 2017

Our hearts go out to the family and employees. -from everyone at Georgia Metals

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