William Dwight "Chico" McGill
January 12, 1951 ~ September 27, 2013
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 4, 2013 at 3:30 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with Deacon Ammon Ripple officiating.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 4, 2013 from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel, Leonardtown, MD.
William Dwight “Chico” McGill, 62, of Waldorf, MD, formerly from Pascagoula, MS passed away on September 27, 2013 in Washington, DC. Born on January 12, 1951in Leonardtown, MD, he was the son of the late John Robert “Buck” McGill and Alberta Mae McGill Hare . Chico is survived by his children; Tammy Devin of Long Beach MS, Crystal Hermann of Saucier, MS., Meghan Morris, Molly McGill, and Dustin McGill all of Gulfport, MS, siblings; Clara Miedzinski, Bobby McGill, and Timmy McGill and 10 grandchildren. William severed in the United States Marine Corps from September 20, 1971 to November 21, 1974, his duty stations included USS Midway, MCAS, Cherry Point, NC., serving in the Vietnam War, he also earned the Good Conduct Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. William was the Director of Government Employees of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Chico was a member of the Free Masons, IBEW, Local Union 733, Executive Board Member of the MS AFL-CIO, vice President of the MS Electrical Worker’s Association, board Member of the Red Cross, Co-Chairman of the Energing Issues, Subcommittee for the Federal Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health, Keys Committee of the Metal Trades Department of the AFL-CIO, Co-Founder of the Federal Workers Alliance, and Co-Founder of the United Defense Workers Coalition.
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 4, 2013 from 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will follow at 3:30PM in the Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Ammon Ripple officiating. Interment will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at 12:00 PM in the Riceville Cemetery Riceville, MS. In Lieu of flowers please make a contribution in the name of Chico McGill to Ride2recovery.com
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“To the Family my most sincere condolences. Chico was a Friend and Brother who will be missed by all “
“So sorry to hear of his passing.My prayers are to all the family.”
“Always a smile, a warm handshake, a joke, a friend. Chico will be missed by many. I am so sorry for your and our loss.”
“May your soul rest in eternal peace brother …. “
“Billy, You were my cousin but you were my little brother when were kids. I will miss you very much. Danny”
“Chico was one of those rare individuals that left an indelible impression on you. You could be assured when the chips were down, Chico would be there in your corner.”
“I”ll always remember with fondness the first time I met Chico. It was as if I had known the man for decades. He seemed to be a tireless fighter of the good fight! I and all the brothers will miss him. My thoughts are with his family and friends”
“I will miss his jovial personality and his quick wit he was a great labor person. My condolences to the family.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family may he rest in peace”
“We have all lost a true friend and great Brother. Rest in peace my friend. Your family is in our prayers.”
“Chico entered a room and everyone stopped to listen. he commanded respect and earned every bit of it! His family and the IBEW has suffered a great loss!”
“Labor has lost a voice of reason and an advocate for working men and women. And we have also lost a dear friend. Be at peace, Brother. I offer my personal condolences to his family.”
“”Judy and I are so sorry to hear of Chico’s passing! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time!””
“My condolences to the family. Chico will be missed by many. I will certainly miss my boss, co-worker and mostly my friend.”
“Chico was a wonderful union brother and friend. He was a tremendous advocate for working people and such a warm, friendly person who always made us smile when we were near him. He will be very missed. My sincerest condolences. “
“So sorry for your loss. Chico treated all of the staff at the IBEW with thoughfulness and respect. We and the workers he represented all over the U.S. have lost a friend.”
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. The labor movement has lost a true leader and friend. “
“I will truly miss this man. He always seemed to make lemonade from lemons… amazing. And he had the best laugh EVER. My sincere condolences to the family. “
“Dear Friend, I miss you already–just can’t imagine a week going by without a shout of ‘Howdy’ from you. Rest in Peace Chico. Sincerest condolences to all of your family and multitude of friends.”
“So sad to hear of this wonderful man’s passing. He loved his children and his grandchildren meant the world to him, you will be sadly missed by everyone that knew you, including me. Your smile I will see in the my grandchildren, so you will be remembered always. Rest in peace my friend, God Bless. “
“My heart and prayers go out to all of Chico’s family for your loss. He will be misssed.”
“My condolences go out to all of Chico’s family. He was a great guy, great co-worker and friend who will truly be missed, but never forgotten. RIP Brother…”
“I will miss Chico’s smile and willingness to always say something cheerful to everyone. The world needs more men like him. “
“I didn’t know Chico for very long, but his infectious laugh and jovial personality always made a day at the office brighter. May he Rest in Peace.”
“I will truly miss Chico and his wonderful personality. He always had a smile for you and a joke to make you laugh. You will be missed.”
“I’m going to miss you Uncle Billy. Thanks for the memories.”
“Billy…Through the years and all the laughter & fun, good times & great times, family & friends, cars-trucks-boats & bikes, slippin out when no one wuz lookin, and even the sad times – some with tears. We had that closeness few understood. You always had my back and I covered yours. When I met my wife, Karen, you let her into our world without restrictions. She felt the bond & understood our ways. Karen & I had our son, Randall, who grew into our world and fit in just fine. Karen & Randall loved you so much. I do not regret a single moment we shared. It helped make us – well, us. I can only wish I could have gotten to you sooner, but it wasn’t meant to be. I thought I lost a part of me when you passed, then realized it was you entrenching yourself firmly in my heart where you will live as long as I do. To our loving uncle – Billy – we love and miss you. Randy, Karen & Randall… “
“My sincere condolences to the family. Chico was a kind, loving and compassionate IBEW brother. We will miss hearing his cheerful voice.”
“My sincere condolences goes out to the family of Chico. My the Lord give each of you peace in your heart during this time.”
“Heaven has gained one amazing soul. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am so sorry for your loss. “
“Chico has done for so many of us with the time he walked and charged among us. USMC & IBEW, Chico gave all. Our sincerest condolences to his family.”
“I am sorry to hear of Chico’s passing and send my prayer’s and condolences to the family. We have lost a Great Co-Worker in Labor. Chico will be missed.”
“Bobby, Tim and Claire, I am sorry to hear about the lost of your brother, I will keep you in my prayers”
“It is difficult to find the right words, as it is painful to experience the loss. But, I ask myself, what would Chico say? While it may be hard to predict the exact words, we know he would have communicated what was on his mind and in his heart with a smile on his face. Despite the many challengs we confront on behalf of those we represent, we must appreciate the fact that our world is a better place because of Chico. “
“Chico was an honest, sincere, and forthright advocate for working people. he was a comrade, brother and friend. I will miss you, rest in peace! Semper fi!!”
“…another Angel of Safety has wings. Chico was dedicated to safety, remembered so for his honesty and his cordial manners. He will be missed by me, along with the many brothers and sisters in the Labor Division who remember his gentle demeanor. RIP, Friend Chico.”
“On behalf of the United Power Trades Organization, I would like to express our deep sadness at the passing of a true friend of labor. Though we only met through correspondence I always respected your deep passion for labor and commitment to brotherhood among all Unions. God speed Chico.”
“My prayers go out to your family”
“We are so sorry for your loss and send our Prayers. He will be greatly missed within the Labor Family. Our Sincere Condolences, The Metal Trades Department, AFL-CIO Family. “
“Uncle Chico, You are a man that will never be forgotten. You were a great friend to dad,Linda,Louis and the rest. You will never be forgotten. I remember being a young kid and you coming to dad’s place on the river and you just getting away for some piece and quiet. We will see each other again someday on another shore. My condolences to all your children, and all of the people that you made your friends. You were a special person. I wish I could have made that trip out to DC before you passed”
“We probably could have gone a whole year without talking to one another and your love for me would not have changed, and the same would go for anyone else you know and love. You will always be with us, in mind and spirit. You had one of the biggest hearts and will be greatly missed. I wish we could have done more together, but I know how much you cared for me, and I only hope you know how much I cared for you. We will meet again one day, and until then I know you will be watching over all of us. “
“We first want to say, Our Country is Honored for Mr McGill’s Service. Then extend our sympathy to his family. If we could be there we would as P.G.R. Members & as Veterans. God be with you All in your time of loss of Mr McGill.”
“On behalf of the Officers of the Washington, DC Area Metal Trades Council please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of one our most ardent supporters. Brother McGill was truly a fighter for working men and women(particularly in the federal sector)and his advocacy for their causes will be sorely missed. God Bless You.”
“To all the McGill family Our sincere condolences on the loss of Billy. We hope all your wonderful memories help ease your pain and may God keep you in His care, Sincerely Wayne and Joan”
“To the family and friends my most sincere condolences. Chico was a true friend and brother in all he did. His caring for the safety and health of the workers was his passion. The love of his country and his family was second to none. “You will be missed my brother; now your working on a higher level.””
“I love you,Pawpaw. I will miss you always,but I will look forward to seeing you in Heaven one day. We all miss you. Love ya always.”
“It seems like just yesterday that you passed, but Tomorrow will mark six months. I love and miss you so much Daddy, as we all do.”
“Six months have come and gone. Thinking of you as gone still wrecks me. We love & miss you soooo much.”
Hey Paw Paw just wanted to let you know that I have been thinking of you almost every day for the past week because this is my first week going to work for Ingalls as an Electrical Apprentice and today I joined the union that you worked so hard to make great. It’s been cool to talk to some people that knew you and are sharing stories with me about you and what you would do for them at work. I wish you could’ve met my family that I have started hopefully Maw Maw has told you good things about Savannah bc she is so amazing and hope both of you know that yalls great grand daughter would have loved to play with yall. I love you so much and miss you.