Michael L. Gillis

Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL

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Posted by: Warren Holloway Ward FH
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334-684-9999
Date: Jan 24 2021 2:26 PM

Michael L. Gillis of Samson, AL, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021 in a Dothan hospital. He was 59 years old.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the First Baptist Church of Samson with Rev. Sam Totten officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Tuesday beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Mike was born on March 24, 1961 to J.C. and Mabel Gillis. Mike worked with the State Bureau of Investigations for 30 years. At the time of his retirement, he was serving as a special agent. He also served his country faithfully for 33 years in the United States Military. During his military career, he was deployed twice. Mike’s greatest love was his family; however, he was very passionate about serving his community and served 38 years with Samson Volunteer Fire Department.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his uncle and aunt, Neal and Jo Ann Pridgen.

He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Shannon Gillis of Samson; one son, Chris Gillis (Jessi) of Samson; one daughter, Hannah Gillis of Samson; one granddaughter, Maci Lynn Gillis of Samson; and his mother, Mabel Gillis of Samson.  

 

Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. "Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.net   

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