He was a loving son to Debbie and Tom Graham, and Jim and Phyllis Gillis, a devoted brother to Andrea, and the best Uncle James to Grace, Jeremiah, Abigail and Ellie. He leaves behind his loving and supportive girlfriend/best friend Rachel Diaz and her three children. James will be fondly remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins and many good friends whom he considered family.
James was home schooled and attended public and private school. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 2007 and completed his military career as an Aircraft Mechanic in 2011. He joined the Ironworkers Local Union No. 808 in 2016 and continued until his passing.
James enjoyed playing sports; especially, football and basketball. He was great at building and fixing things. He loved to fish. He had a great sense of humor, a unique perspective on life and a heart of gold.
James struggled with addiction for over half of his life. He entered the Calvary Residential Discipleship program at Calvary Chapel Bangor on August of 2021 where he fully surrendered his life to Christ.
Family and friends will be received at Calvary Chapel Merritt Island, 3500 North Courtenay Parkway, Merritt Island, Florida 32953 on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in James’ memory can be made to Calvary Chapel Bangor – CRD Ministry (154 River Road, Orrington, Maine 04474) or Christ Central Church – Liberty Lodge (4150 Mount Sterling Avenue, Titusville, Florida 32780).
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.wyliebaxleymerrittisland.com for the Gillis family.
