Ricky Renwick Gill passed away peacefully on February 14, 2021, at the age of 73 in his home surrounded by his family in Mesa, AZ. He was born and raised in Pensacola Florida by his parents Lenna Mae and Norman Gill. After graduating from Pensacola Technical High School Rick enlisted in the US Air Force and was stationed in Germany, followed by Luke AFB in Arizona. Arizona became his permanent home after leaving the military. Rick retired from US Airlines as a ramp agent.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents Lenna and Norman Cummings and his brothers Arthur and Michael.
He is survived by his wife Deitra, sons, Richard E (Julie) and Adam (Jessica), daughter Carrie, stepson Jeremy Johnson, stepdaughter Sarah Johnson, grandchildren: Ashley, Richard L, Natalie (Justin), Breanna, Krystal, Nathan, and Audrey, brother Norman, and many nieces and nephews.
A Visitation will be held from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, February 23rd at Bunker’s Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa. Burial will be at the National Memorial Cemetery, 23029 N. Cave Creek Road in Phoenix.
Very sorry for your loss. Lots of prayers for the Family.
I miss you Rick. You are an inspiration to your nieces, Tasha and Carrie. You could always put a smile on my face. I will remember you each time I am at the beach. You love the beach and eating seafood. Good old Peg Leg Pete’s. Enjoy your eternal days wherever you go now. RIP
Hugs and prayers for you all during this time. Cherish the memories you made and remember he is with you always.
Rest in peace my friend, I am going to truely miss you Rick. Seventeen years of working together messing and joking around made my nights go easier when you worked graces with Butch and I. So my friend don’t give everyone a hard time up in heaven. You were a great friend that I will dearly miss.
I’m sorry for your loss he was my favorite Uncle Ricky and he taught me alot about the Lord and he was always very funny I’m going to miss his yearly visit to Pensacola FL his home town I will always treasure my moments with him lots of good memories RIH
Rest in Peace. Rick. Thank you for being a great friend and always making me feel welcome. We will miss you.
God be with you, until we meet again.
I am his eldest nephew. He had been my uncle for 54years. You were able to talk to about anything. Aways have a shoulder to lean on. Will miss you dearly. Will remember the last time we were together. Will always be have a place in my 💜❤️ for you!
Sending tons of love and prayers! May you have peace in your heart knowing you will see him again!
I knew him so many years ago. An absolutely amazing guy. Always doing fun stuff with the kids, and from what I understand an amazing grandpa. My heart goes out to you Carrie. ❤️
Rick will always been known for his care and genuine desire to be a friend to all and a true love of his family. A man with a irreverent humor at times, but who didn’t want to harm another. The wisdom he shared and love he showed will be missed.
Adam Gill los incluiremos en nuestras oraciones. Descanse en paz si papi lindo.
So sorry he is gone. He was always fun to chat with when I would see him.
R.I.P. Rick Gill…you were the best guy on the ramp for years. See you in Heaven.
R.I.P. Rick Gill. See you someday in Heaven!!
Will miss ypu.
Rick we can hardly believe you are gone but you are in a better place. We will miss your calls and visits. You and Mike were peas in a pod with all you witty jokes and were such a fun person to be around. You are sorely missed. It’s just goodbye for now until we meet again. Your friend always mike and Christine.
Rick was a good friend, and we will miss him. Really enjoyed working with him in the Church all these years. I know we’ll meet again. God be with you and Dietra until then. Much love, Kent & Carolyn
Hugs and prayers during this difficult time.