Memorial
Gilbert Michael Sells, 66, of Cedar Rapids passed away on February 19, 2019. He was born April 17, 1952 in Cedar Rapids to Robert and Anita (Arenas) Sells.
Gil graduated from Central City High School in 1970. He worked as a pipefitter at Quaker Oats for 42 years until his retirement in 2014. He was an avid New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys fan. He enjoyed trips to Las Vegas taking in shows and gambling with Debbie. He also enjoyed golfing with his friends, going out for lunch, and spending time with family.
Gil is survived by his wife, Debbie, of 31 years; two sons, Michael (Amy), Jason (Breann), and daughter Stacy; grandchildren, Emma and Ethan; sisters, Anita (Dennis) Wolrab, Joette (Doug) Orcutt, and Stephanie (Dave) Acton. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Robert, Jr. and John; Father and Mother In-Law Roy and Dawn (Loomer) Brandt.
Friends and family are welcome to pay their respects from 4:00-7:00 pm on Monday February 25, 2019, at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories State Room, 4200 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids. Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories, with interment to follow at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
He liked everyone and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.