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- Joann E. Gill from Edmond, Oklahoma passed away in the morning of Aug. 5, 2020 after her 12 year battle with Huntington’s Disease. She was 74.Joann was born Sept. 13, 1945 in Snohomish, Washington to John and Barbara Killien. She graduated from Lewis & Clark HS in Spokane in 1963 and attended Washington State University in 1964. In 1965 out of College, working for a bank she met Tom Gill on a blind date together with her roommate and date (Tom’s buddy). They were married July 30, 1966 and just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary.After the birth of their two sons, Joann and Tom relocated to Tempe, Arizona where they would live for the next 33 years. Tom was a Manufacturer Representative in the toy industry and Joann began working at the Tempe Elementary School District where she worked in various roles until her retirement in 1998. After Joann retired, she and Tom moved to Edmond, Oklahoma to join Jeff and Cindy’s family. She was a devoted mother and wife and never missed any of her kids many sporting events. Joann held the family together and always kept a well stocked supply of Kool Aid and snacks for her boys. She was a avid collector of teddy bears.She is survived by her Husband Tom, sons Jeff (OK) and Jim (CA), her daughter-in-laws Cindy and Taylor, grandkids Zach, Ashley, Jaxon, Ryder & Kennedy. Her brother Pat (WA) also survives her.A celebration of life ceremony will be held at New Covenant UMC in Edmond, OK at 1pm on Saturday Sept 12th.
Melanie Eckman says
Tom, we wish you and your family all the very best! We are here for you if you need a helping hand or just a friend! Thank you for letting us know about Joann, she was such a nice lady!
Jim and Retha Davis says
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Prayers to all.
Steve & Jan Gill says
Dear Tom
We pray that you will feel God’s comfort as you face life without your beloved wife. 12 years is a long time to suffer with such a terrible disease. But 54 years of marriage was filed with wonderful times, accomplishments and sweet memories. Lean on the Lord and on those great times with Joann. We wish we could be there with you and the kids but this dreaded Pandemic still prevents that. But one day we will be back together.
Love, Steve & Jan
Sharon Barr says
Tom so sad to hear of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We never met Joann, but you always spoke lovingly when we saw you and Kirby at Mitch Park. Bless you and her spirit always. Sharon and Sherman Barr
Danny and Judi Douthitt says
Tom,
We were so sorry to hear Joann passed away. She fought quite a battle with so much courage. We have always enjoyed sharing grandkids with both of you.
Richard & Barbara Gilbert says
Tom, our love and prayers are with you and your family. Joann was a dear friend. We have lots of good memories with the two of you and our dinner group. God Bless.
Aimee Silva says
Uncle Tom, I’m so very sorry. I have fond memories of Aunt Joann. All my love to you and the family.
Judy Stuart says
Dear Tom,
We are sending you and the family much love and prayers at this time. Joann was a beautiful person, inside and out. She will be missed by all. She put up a valiant fight. We all have wonderful memories that we have shared through the years. God bless you! Love, Judy and Patrick
Jeff and Susy Hall says
Tom and family,
Please receive our deep sympathy and condolences at this time.