James Leon Gillund

James Leon Gillund of Palos Heights, IL passed peacefully in his home on 11/21/22. He was born in Chicago on September 2, 1937. He was the beloved husband of his loving wife the late Janet Marie Gillund.

He is survived by his three loving children, Bill Gillund, Mike (Jenny) Gillund, and Nancy (Tim) Graham. James was the proud grandfather of Jenna Gillund, Katie (Kyle) Moss, Tim Graham, Dan Graham, Michael Gillund, Emily Graham, Madalyn Gillund, Patrick Graham, Gabriella Gillund, Addison Gillund, and great-grandfather to Beckett Moss, Callan Moss, and Mckenna Parrish.

James was one of seven siblings. Dear brother of William (Late Geraldine), Carol, Roger (Late Delores), Late Br. Kenneth, Terrence (Margaret), and Bonnie. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Matilda (Imdieke) Gillund.

James served in the Military from 1960-1962 and has fond memories with his brothers on the Army Artillery Branch. He worked for South Town Refrigeration (HVAC) with the local 597 pipe fitter for 50 years. He was a devout Catholic. He kept himself busy through many hobbies such as golfing, hunting, boating, and fishing. In retirement he enjoyed spending time with his family and traveling when he could. He enjoyed summer weekends at Gravel Lake and spent winters in Florida. He was a light and a joy to be around, who will be dearly missed by so many.

The family would like to thank Dr. Shirazi and the Affiliated Oncologists Team for their treatment during James’s six-year fight with Pancreatic Cancer. James’s strength combined with your care allowed him to witness many precious moments we are eternally grateful for.

Visitation Friday, November 25th from 3 until 8 p.m.

Chapel prayers Saturday, November 26th, 10:30 a.m. at the KERRY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CARE CENTER, 7020 W. 127th Street, Palos Heights proceeding to Incarnation Church, Mass 11:00 a.m.

Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

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