Kyran J. Gilland, Died December 19, 2019
Kyran J. Gilland
Died December 19, 2019
LAKE
LEELANAU – Kyran “Hardwood” John Gilland, 83, of Lake Leelanau, passed away,
Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019 at home surrounded by his loving family and animals.
Kyran
was born Aug. 9, 1936 in Lake Leelanau the son of James and Julia (Horton)
Gilland. On April 27, 1957 in Muskegon he
married Lenora Mae (Botruff) Gilland who preceded him death on Nov. 7, 2018.
Kyran
was a loving dad and doting grandfather who was gracious to a fault. He would help anyone in need whether it be
with money or a helping hand. Kyran
could not drive by someone who needed help on the side of the road.
He
was an avid hunter and fisherman. If you
stopped by his house Kyran would proudly show you his pond stocked with
fish. He passed this love of the
outdoors to his kids and grandkids.
Kyran taught his kids and grandkids how to hunt, fish, work on a car,
drive a boat on the big lake or drive a tractor. He especially bonded with his special buddy,
Alex and the two became peas in a pod together.
Kyran
enjoyed listening to country music from the 60’s. He also enjoyed Spartan and Michigan
basketball and watching the Detroit Tigers with his wife, Lenora.
Kyran
worked for up until he was 81 driving truck for Lake Michigan Hardwood, Grand
Traverse Trucking, Mikowski’s, Leelanau
Fruit and was known by his CB handle of Hardwood John. He comforted those who might be down and was
a fountain of love for his family.
Kyran
is survived by his children, Terry (Sandra) Gilland, Janet Schneider, Melinda
Gilland; an “adopted daughter” Jane Lang; a sister, Irene Hoffman; eight
grandchildren, Kimberly, Ryan, Justin, Kirsten, Tiffany, Alex, Travis and C.J.;
and six great grandchildren, Arloa, Hunter, Bentley, Aubrey, Johnny, Ben, Mae
and two daughters in law, Jan and Toni.
He
was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife of sixty one years,
Lenora; two sons, Jimmy and David Gilland and ten siblings.
A
celebration of Kyran’s life will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 11
at the VI Grill of Suttons Bay.
Memorial’s may be directed to Traverse Bay Children’s
Advocacy Center, 2000 Chartwell Drive, Suite 3, Traverse City, MI 49696.
Please share condolences with Kyran’s family below or at our funeral home Facebook page:
I am so sorry for your loss. I loved him dearly.
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss, Kryan is and always will be a great man. He helped me in alot of ways. Your in my thought and prayers!
ReplyDeleteKyran was a true friend who happened to run a truck for Glenn. He was probably THE best, most dedicated truckers that we've ever had! He truly worked hard and tried to always do the right thing. Always dependable in every way. If Glenn needed a ride somewhere when Kyran was off, or needed a favor done, he could always rely on Kyran. His word was good; his actions spoke even louder than his words.
ReplyDeleteBesides his work ethic and dedication, he always shared the bounty of his garden. His tomatoes were the best! We also were gifted his wonderful smoked fish and sweet pickles. Again, everything he grew or made would take a blue ribbon at the fair. He was generous and a very good friend. We all mourn his loss, especially Glenn. They were buddies. May Kyran now rest in peace with our Lord.
God bless his family, especially daughter Melinda and grandson Alex, who will miss him greatly.
Sending hugs and love,
Glenn and Judy LaCross