OBITUARY

Lillian "Lillie" Fern Gilland

November 8, 1940 – August 16, 2026

Obituary of Lillian "Lillie" Fern Gilland

IN THE CARE OF

Riley Funeral Home

Lillian "Lillie" Fern Gilland passed on August 16, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on November 8, 1940, in Maysville, Oklahoma, Lillie was the daughter of Howard Coody and Dessie Juanita Brooks, both of whom are deceased.

Lillie is survived by a sister, Cindy Murdoch, and two daughters, Deb Woodall and Patti Harless. Lillian also leaves behind eight grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Rest Land Cemetery, 2116 Waco Street, Gatesville, TX, on August 25, 2026, at 9:00 am.

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FAMILY

Howard CoodyFather (deceased)

Dessie Juanita BrooksMother (deceased)

Cindy MurdochSister

Deb WoodallDaughter

Patti HarlessDaughter

Lillian also leaves behind eight grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

Past Services

Tuesday,August 25, 2026

Celebration of Life