Barbara Jean Gillis Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Barbara Jean Gillis of Mount Vernon, Georgia, born in Vidalia, Georgia, who passed away on May 26, 2024 at the age of 79. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Barbara Jean Gillis to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid adieu to Barbara Jean's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in her wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration Barbara Jean has bequeathed us. For though she may have departed from our sight, her spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Fontus Fontaine Joiner and Blanche Annie Clifton; her brother Wade Joiner; and her children, Ivey Gillis and Annette Case.
She is survived by: her daughters, Diane Nava of Lyons, GA, Gail Coleman of McRae, GA, Linda Mercer (Kevin), Dorothy "Dot" Yawn of Hawkinsville, GA and Inez Gillis of Soperton, GA. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren and a nephew.
