Kinder-Donald Gilley, 57, of Reeves passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home on Sunday, October 25, 2015 after a long, brave battle with cancer. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Ardoin Funeral Home of Kinder. Rev. Kelly Craft will officiate. Burial will follow at Leblanc Cemetery under the direction of Ardoin Funeral Home.
The family will receive visitors at Ardoin Funeral Home of Kinder on Tuesday, October 27, 2015 from 4-10 p.m. Visitation will resume on Wednesday morning from 8 a.m. until time of service.
Donald was a beloved husband, daddy, pawpaw and brother. He was a truck driver for 33 years and gave that up to spend more time with his family. He was also employed by Allen Correctional Center. He loved being outdoors, sitting on his porch swing and he took pride in his yard. He loved feeding and watching his red birds, but more than anything, he loved spending time with his wife and babies. Donald's memory will be cherished by his family and friends.
Donald is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Renee Gilley, of Reeves; three children, Jennifer Fontenot and husband, Frank, April Laughlin and husband, Chance, and Clint Gilley and wife, Tesa, all of Reeves; one brother, Gene Gilley and wife, Helen, of Reeves; one sister, Juanita Jackson of Reeves; and six grandchildren, Brooklyn, Dylan, Gracie, Cameron, Reagan, and Lexi.
Donald is preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Azalea Gilley; one brother, John Gilley; and one sister, Bonnie Bradley.
Words of comfort may be sent to the family at www.ardoinfuneralhome.com