John, of West Roxbury, 61, died May 23, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was son of Marjorie (Finn) Gill and the late Jack Gill. Devoted father of John and Brendan Gill and their mother Janet. Dear Papa to McKinli, Carter and Logan and their mother Charlotte. Loving brother of Jeanne Heslin (Stephen), Kathy Griffiths (Kevin), Maureen Morrison and Annmarie Durant (Michael). John is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

John was 40 years active duty of Boston EMS and a long-standing member of Knights of Columbus. He was also a founding member of the Boston EMS Honor Guard and played a key role in establishing the Boston EMS Relief Association.

Visiting hours in the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St., West Roxbury on Thursday, May 28, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in the Holy Name Church, 1689 Centre St., Boston on Friday, May 29, at 11:00 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in John’s memory to benefit and support EMT’s furthering their education and pursuing certification as Paramedics in the city of Boston. Donations may be mailed to BEMSRA, P.O. Box 290668, Charlestown, MA 02129.