Jimmy Ray "Jim" Gillilan's obituary , Passed away on January 29, 2025 in Sardis City, Alabama

Jimmy Ray "Jim" Gillilan

March 3, 1949 - January 29, 2025 (75 years old)

Sardis City, Alabama

Jimmy Ray "Jim" Gillilan's obituary , Passed away on January 29, 2025 in Sardis City, Alabama

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Etowah Memorial Chapel

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Jimmy Ray "Jim" Gillilan

March 3, 1949 - January 29, 2025 (75 years old)

Sardis City, Alabama

Jimmy Ray Gillilan Obituary

In loving memory of Jimmy Ray Gillilan (Sardis City, Alabama), who departed this world on January 29, 2025 at the age of 75. Jimmy Ray leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jimmy Ray Gillilan to pay them a last tribute.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Jimmy Ray had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Jimmy Ray may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lorene Gillilan and James Gillilan; his in-laws, Nettie and Clifford Jacobs; his sister Sarah Bell Gillilan; and his nephew Reverend Cliff Jacobs (J. L. King).

He is survived by: his wife Stella Gillilan; his daughter Jessica Lee Gillilan Edmondson; and his granddaughter Emily Lee Edmondson.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the Etowah Memorial Chapel (12600 US-431, Sardis City, AL 35956). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shepherd's Cove Hospice of Marshall County or New Union F.C.M. Building Fund (P.O. Box 190, Boaz, AL 35957).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Etowah Memorial Chapel



Sun

Feb 02

Visitation

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Etowah Memorial Chapel
12600 US-431, Sardis City, AL 35956

Sun

Feb 02

Funeral service

3:00 PM

Etowah Memorial Chapel
12600 US-431, Sardis City, AL 35956

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