Sammy McGill Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For Sammy McGill

Mr. Sammy Gene McGill, 72, of 106 Fulton Drive Kings Mountain, NC passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby, NC. He was born on October 25, 1947 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Elsie McGill Froneberger and the late Bill Hill.

Sammy was a member of New Ellis Chapel Baptist Church in Shelby. He loved his church and when called upon by his pastor, he often sang his favorite song, “Jesus Loves Me.”

Sammy attended Cleveland Vocational for many years. He loved to play bingo with his sister, cousins and the residents at White Oak Manor. One of his favorite pastimes was to listen to gospel music on his radio and play his guitar. Sammy’s wallet was his pride and joy. He will fondly be remembered by his saying, “Give me a dollar.” Sammy inspired many with his cheerful outlook on life and his smile.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his stepdad, James Froneberger and his brother, Carl McGill.

He leaves to cherish his memory, one sister, Ida McClain of Kings Mountain, NC; a special cousin who was like his sister, Linda Mintz of Shelby; his aunt, Kathleen Tyler of Philadelphia, PA; a special niece, Licia McClain and a special nephew, Nelson McClain both of Kings Mountain, NC and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Funeral services for Mr. McGill will be private. The service will be live-streamed on Facebook starting at 2:45 PM. The family will receive friends from 2:30 PM until 3:00 PM on Friday September 4, 2020 at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel. Burial will take place at Mountain Rest Cemetery in Kings Mountain, NC.

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"When we leave this Earth, the love that we've given and receved remains behind to light the lives of those we touched--each memory a candle burning bright".
Ida, I'm wishing the family comfort knowing that Gene gave so much love to everyone. The last time I spoke to him, we sang together his favorite song, "yes Jesus loves me". That made us both feel good. He will truly be missed. Love, From Aunt Kat in Philadelphia.

"When we leave this Earth the love that we've given and received remains behind to light the lives of those we touched, each memory a candle and burning bright"
Ida, I'm wishing the family comfort knowing how much love Gene gave to everyone. He is truly a blessing. The last time I spoke to him, we sang together, "Yes Jesus Loves me". It was a blessing to be able to sing that song with him. God Bless You!! Love From Aunt Kat in Philadelphia..

To Ida and Family... Gene will always be remembered as fun loving and energetic in his own way. As children I remember all our trips to Shelby and playing with Gene. We used to chase each other around the yard. He was fast too... Rest in peace Cuz. You will be missed. From Cousin Theresa in Philadelphia...

To the Gill family the Jame Webber and family are praying with you. The Light Oak days were the best. Love and prayers. Love also from Mrs. Suzette and Kingdom Kids

To the McGill Family I am so sorry for your loss Ida you know I will always keep you in my heart and in my prayers stay strong my dear friend I love you all and May God bless you all love you from Bridgitt Adams and Family