Edward Louis Gil, Sr., age 74, of Eunice, La., died Thursday, April 16, 2009, at Acadian Medical Center in Eunice, La.

He is survived by his wife Mary (Soileau) Gil of Eunice, La.

Two Daughters, Julie Wedlock & Dwayne of Eunice, La. Tammy Heinen of Eunice, La.

Four Sons, Eddie Gil, Jr. of Bayou Vista, La. Nickey Gil & Jolene of Lafayette, La. Mark Gil of Eunice, La. Timmy Gil & Sherell of Eunice, La.

Two Sisters, Gerry Lemoine of Bayou Vista, La. Pat Fontenot of Eunice, La.

Two Brothers, George Gil of Centerville, La. Bobby Gil of Coleman, Ala.

Thirty One grandchildren Thirteen great-grandchildren Preceded in death by: Parents, Willie D. & Mary Lou Greene Gil; Brother, Dickie Gil.

Visitationis from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM Thursday, April 16, 2009 with a rosary @ 7:00 PM. Reopen at 8:00 M Friday. Funeral service will be at St. Thomas More Catholic Church at 11:00 AM Friday, April 17, 2009 . Entombment to follow at St. Paul Mausoleum in Eunice, La. View obituary and send personal condolences online @ www.quirkfuneralhome.com Quirk & Son Funeral Home, 121 S. 6th. Street of Eunice is in charge of arrangements.