Leon Earl Gillus

Leon Earl Gillus, age 77, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 1st, 2025, in Sussex County, Virginia, while returning to his home in Greensville County, Virginia.

Leon was born on Tuesday, January 5th, 1948, in his grandparents’ home on their farm in Greensville County, Virginia. He was the beloved son of the late Leonard and Hilda Gillus, and was also preceded in death by his brother, Robert Gillus.

He is survived by two brothers, Larry Gillus and Michael Gillus; two sisters-in-law, Geneva Gillus and Carla Gillus; one nephew, William Gillus; three nieces, Allison Gillus, Christina Gillus, and Catrina Gillus; along with a host of cousins, extended family members, and friends who will cherish his memory.

Leon spent his early years in Washington, D.C., where he attended H. D. Cooke Elementary School, John Burroughs Elementary School, and William Taft Junior High School. He graduated from William McKinley High School in 1966 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from the School of Urban Sciences at Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina, in 1971.

A former varsity football player in both high school and college, Leon remained a passionate fan of professional football and basketball throughout his life. He was known for his enthusiasm in watching and discussing games, always cheering on his favorite teams.

Professionally, Leon built a successful career in retail management, working with several national commercial retail chains, including Walmart. He retired in 2010 after many years of dedicated service.

Leon will be remembered for his warm heart, strong work ethic, and love of family and sports. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

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