Jimmy D. Gill, Sr.'s Obituary
Jimmy Gill, age 59, died on July 27, 2006, following a long illness.
He is survived by his son, Jimmy D. Gill, Jr., sister, Gayle Sloan, brother-in-law, Cliff Sloan, and long-time companion, Norma Junca. He is also survived by many other family members and friends.
He was a graduate of Mandeville High School and McNeese State University and an athlete at both schools, earning top honors as a high school basketball player and collegiate football player before graduating and signing with the Buffalo Bills.
He was a native and lifelong resident of Mandeville, where he enjoyed fishing in Lake Pontchartrain. His business pursuits allowed him to make many friends throughout South Louisiana.
Friends are invited to join the family for a visitation at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W.21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433 on Friday, July 28, 2006 from 6 o’clock until 9 o’clock in the evening. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity.
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