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Gaynell Ilan, age 85, of Kingston, passed away Monday, October 7, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional in Knoxville. She was born on February 26, 1934 in Dunham, Virginia. She was a member of Kingston Church of Christ where she was a faithful greeter who loved handing out bulletins and making sure everyone received a hug. She enjoyed brightening everyone’s day.
Gaynell worked 34 years in Civil Service for the United States Air Force. She later became a Volunteer at Roane Medical Center with over 10,000 volunteer hours. She had recently moved to Jamestown Assisted Living where she continued helping others on a daily basis.
Preceded in death by her loving husband, Paul Ilar; parents, Ivan & Agnes Trivett: brother-in-law, Gary Trivett;
sisters, Marlene Tilley & Nadine Campbell.
SURVIVORS
Sons
Mark Bailey & wife, Terry of Tuscan, Arizona
David Bailey & wife, Barbara of Springfield, Louisiana
4 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren;
Brother
Johnnie Trivette & wife, Lois of Kingston
Several nieces, nephews and a host of friends
The family will receive friends 3:00-4:00 pm, Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Fraker Funeral Home with Celebration of Life following at 4:00 pm, in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society or The American Heart Association. Online register book can be signed at www.frakerfuneralhome.net.
