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James McGILL Obituary
James "Jim" Allen McGill, 74, of Jupiter, FL, died on July 21, 2013 after a fall while vacationing in North Carolina. He was born in Valparaiso, IN on March 31, 1939 son of Mathew McGill and Marguerite Schau McGill both deceased. Survived by his wife of 25 years, Adrienne McGill; son, David McGill wife, Jalyn of Paducha, KY; daughter, Diane Wesch husband, Richard of Hernando, FL; stepchildren, Penny Monroe, Ed Monroe, Tammy Pratt husband, Ron, Terry Monroe deceased wife, Sherry; brothers, Richard McGill Valparaiso, IN, Robert McGill wife, Alicia of Tampa, FL; sisters, Patricia Durand husband, Charles of Rice Lake, WI, Barbara Prescott of Phoenix, AZ and many grandchildren nieces and nephews and friends. Jim graduated high school in Valparaiso, IN and graduated from McMurray College in Jacksonville, IL. He served in the Army as a Sargent. He was an avid photographer and worked for the Gary Post Tribune in Gary, IN as a staff photographer for 28 years and was once nominated for the "Pulitzer Prize", he was the President of the newspaper guild. After retiring he worked in the storage industry in Florida for over 20 years. He loved playing Santa Claus and participating in the Hemingway look alike contests which he won in Oak Park, IL. He enjoyed participating in church activities, dinner and a movie and working at the Food Bank. He was a big sports fan his favorites were the Chicago Cubs and Bears and he loved golf, also he was a huge Gator fan. Jim will be sorely missed by his family many friends and "his cats". Memorial Service will be held on August 10 at 2:00PM at the Holy Spirit Lutheran Church on Ellison Wilson Rd. in Juno Beach. Pastor Frank Wagner presiding.
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Linda Tallant
August 12, 2013
Rest in peace, Jim. I will remember you fondly.
Tammy Pratt
August 12, 2013
Jim was a wonderful man. He was so kind and loving. He had a very interesting life. We all loved him so much and he will be deeply missed. He will always be in my heart. I love you.xo
michelle royle
August 12, 2013
my heart goes out to everyone who new you, your life was a treasure. I will miss the santa clause in you. you may rest in peace and so your memory will live.
Kathy Ash
August 12, 2013
Dear Adrienne and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Your family has always been special to me and my family! I never met Jim, I do know he must have been a wonderful person and your love for each other will remain. Love & prayers Always,
Mindy Sarlea
August 10, 2013
I can only imagine how joyful the meeting was when Jesus took Jim into his arms and was able to welcome him home. Although on earth we are sad, in Heaven there is a rejoicing. I pray that we can all be comforted knowing that one day we will see him again. I love you, Grandma.
Sherry Monroe
August 10, 2013
I will always remember Jim as being a very nice, intelligent, and talented man. I truly did like him, and he fit in very well with our family. All of my love and sympathy are with you, you are always in my heart. Love Sherry
Pam Prescott-Pandalis
August 5, 2013
Sorry to lose my Uncle Jim. He photographed myself and brother Doug for the Tribune as both our birthdays were on Valentines Day. I fondly remember all the family picnics and holidays. He was a sweet man.
August 3, 2013
grandpa, I miss our walks and all the cookies and pets you gave me. I miss you and will always love you,home is just not the same without you in it!!!!Katie and Jesse are sad too, but they don't know how to write like me. see you in "heaven"... love your grand dog, Olivia
Adrienne McGill
August 1, 2013
Jim was a wonderful Husband and best friend to me. I miss him so very much.
He always had smile. He was a very caring and loving man. Rest peacefully in Heaven my darling Jim.
susan damon
August 1, 2013
Jim you was a good neighbor and friend we had lots of fun times.Your death was a shock but we never know when I'll calling will be so rest in Peace.
aileen Morrison
July 31, 2013
Jim adrianne and penny you have been a big part of our past experiences and memories. THanks for that Jim. love you. ales and Cheryl
Linda Stewart-Mickelson
July 31, 2013
Jim Was a good and kind friend we all made such great memories together. I think of you often, and you will be missed.You were the best.
Barbara Wyatt
July 31, 2013
So sorry for your loss.
Even though I had not seen Jim for several years, I have very good memories of him and our conversations. RIP Jim...
Penny Monroe
July 31, 2013
Jim I am really going to miss you!!! You treated me like a daughter and have been there for me through some very rough times!!! Life is not going to be the same without you...
Bob McGill
July 31, 2013
RIP brother
July 30, 2013
Jim was a wonderful uncle and a very talented photographer. He will be deeply missed.
Doug Prescott and family
July 30, 2013
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Jim and I were close friends in high school and college. We had some wonderful times together. He was in my wedding party. He had a great sense of humor. John Bay
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