Lois Gillis

Lois Gillis, 91, of Detroit, Michigan, passed away on June 19, 2025, and was born on April 9, 1934 in Union Springs, Alabama.

Funeral Services:

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 @ 11 am, 10 am family hour

Greater Christ Baptist Church

3544 Iroquois Ave, Detroit, MI 48214

OBITUARY

LOIS GILLIS

April 9th 1934 - June 10 2025

Beloved Mother and Grandmother

ORDER OF SERVICE

Organ Prelude....................................... Organist

Processional

Selection ...

Scripture....

Philippians: 3 verses 12-14

Prayer... Reverend Dr. Micah Gaines

Solo Selection................................... GCBC Choir

Acknowledgements........................... Sonya Futrell

Obituary........................................... Sonya Futrell

Remarks ................ ...Josephine Smith, Pastor Edward Knox, Larry Cooper, Tyana Gillis, Carlton Gillis

Special Remarks........ Reverend Dr. James C. Perkins

(Pastor Emeritus)

Solo Selection .................................. GCBC Choir

Eulogy ............................... Reverend Dr. Micah Gaines

Recessional ............................ GCBC Choir

Organ Postlude ......... .......... .....organist

Just A Moment To Get To Know

Lois Gillis

Ms. Lois Gillis was born to Arthur and Alice Gillis on April 9th, 1934, in Union Springs, Alabama.

As a child, Lois with her sister, Mattie Godson, relocated with a move to Detroit, Michigan. Lois was employed with the Detroit Public Schools system as a paraprofessional,l where she retired. She took pride in educating and encouraging others to excel in their studies. After retirement, Lois dedicated her time to volunteering at Butzel Recreation Center. For many years Lois enjoyed spending Friday evenings with her closest girl friends, sharing stories and laughing over Hors D' d'oeuvres while playing cards. Lois was an avid reader, enjoyed listening to music, also. a proud Detroit Tigers fan.

Lois was affectionately known in the community for providing love, sound advice, and educating anyone she came across. Our Father in Christ Jesus was the center of Lois' life. She was a faithful member of Greater Christ Baptist Church, where she proudly enjoyed her role with the senior health studies group and ushering during services.

Lois was predeceased in death by alone side her youngest son, Carlton LaMar, her parents Arthur and Alice Gillis, sisters Mattie, Ella, Ida& and Josephine, as well as brother Joe. Lois leaves behind her oldest son, Roderick. grandson Carlton Sanchezz, great-grandchildren Tyana, DaQuan, Leilah, and Tristan. Her 2 great-granddaughters) granddaughter Bella. a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.

Then shall the dust return the Earth as it was, And the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. 

Ecclesiastes 12.7

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

As we gather here today to honor and remember our beloved Lois Gillis, we extend our deepest gratitude for your presence and support. Your comforting words, prayers, and shared memories have brought solace during this difficult time. Your unwavering support is a testament to the love Lois brought into our lives. Thank you for honoring the memory of our beloved Lois with us today. Your presence means more to us than words can express, and we are truly blessed to have you in our lives.

Pallbearers

Friends and Family

Arrangements

Thompson Funeral Home 7643 Dexter Blvd.

Detroit, Michigan 48206

(313) 897-0900

Repast:

Lower level of Greater Christ Baptist Church

3544 Iroquois Ave.

Detroit, Michigan 48214