Linda Jean (Awtry) Gillis

Linda Jean Gillis was born Jan. 24, 1942, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Fred and Eva Awtry. She passed away on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016 in Las Vegas, NV. Linda moved to Farmington, where she met and fell in love with her soul mate, Harold Gillis. They were married Nov. 24,1957. They have three children, Rick Gillis (Kim), of Loon Lake, Wash., Lorie Sparks (Jerry) of Canon City, CO, Sheryl Gillis of Las Vegas, NV; seven grandchildren, Stephanie and Travis Gillis, Tony, Chris and Cody Sparks, Tyson Gillis and Keegan Economos; seven great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Harold of 58 years; two sisters, Evelyn and Barbara; three brothers, Leonard, Robert,and Louis; a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Her family and friends were very dear to her. Linda's love and passion for bowling spanned over 30 years. She loved to travel and was a great slot poker player.
The viewing and memorial will be at Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home in Farmington. Graveside services to follow in Memory Gardens, 6917 E. Main St. in Farmington.
Linda is in the care of Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St., in Farmington. (505) 325-8688.