Ian Lauchlin McGillis

Ian, an amazing friend, cousin son, person. gone too soon but was meant for greater things and God knew that.. it’s almost like Santa’s helpers but with God. Everybody loved Ian and I’m sure he was the person he was because of his beautiful caring mother. all my love -Kyli

I love you, Ian. You were a father figure to me growing up, not just a brother. Thank you for all you did for me, taught me, helped me with, shared with me and fixed for me. You always made sure my car was running good, and I will never forget all the memories we made. You deserved so much more in life and I will forever think of you and be thankful I had you in my life. I love you, brother and will see you again someday. I am glad my kids had a chance to have you as their Uncle Ian. Love, your little sister, Sarra

Ian was such an amazing guy. He always stood up for us and always could find a way to make me laugh. Thank you for the presents you gave us growing up and thank you for being such a good guy to my mama. I’ll miss him so much. Much love to Suzie, and his younger siblings Paul, Sarra, Meganne, Blake and Sean.

Ian loosing you is a tremendous loss for your family, friends, coworkers, subcontractors, and everyone fortunate enough to know you. Ian are a beloved superintendent, a hard worker, and the kind of man who led by example. you were famously the first one to arrive at a job site and the last one to leave. you took pride in your work, cared deeply about doing things right, and expected the same dedication from everyone around you. If you worked for Ian, you knew he had expectations. He could be hard on a subcontractor when the job wasn’t being done the way it should be—and he certainly wasn’t afraid to let you know about it. But there was always a reason behind it. Ian cared about the quality of the work, cared about the people counting on him, and cared about seeing the job finished right. In the end, somehow, those expectations always seemed to get met. But what people will remember most about Ian wasn't just how hard he worked—it was who he was. Ian had an incredible sense of humor. He could make people laugh, even on the longest and toughest days. He had a way of bringing personality to the job site and making the people around him feel like they were part of something bigger. He could give you a hard time one minute and have you laughing with him the next. For all the demands he placed on others, Ian gave just as much of himself. He showed up. He worked hard. He took responsibility. He looked out for the job and for the people around him. And most importantly, people loved Ian. He left an impression on everyone he met. Whether you worked alongside him for years, crossed paths with him on a job site, or simply had the privilege of calling him a friend, Ian was someone you didn't forget. The construction world has lost a great superintendent, but the people who knew Ian have lost much more than a coworker. They have lost a friend, a mentor, a familiar face, a great source of laughter, and someone who made the hard days a little easier. Ian will be deeply missed, but his stories, his humor, his hard work, and the memories he gave so many people will live on. Rest easy, Ian. The job site won't be quite the same without you.

I an I will always value your friendship and how you were always there when someone needed you. You were a great friend and bowling adversary. I will never forget you would shake my hand and say "I am Ian I will be your bowling instructor tonight". Then you would bowling a strike. I will miss you brother. I have one more thing to say Broncos Steelers AFC championship. Go Broncos. I love and will miss you bro.

This really Sucks big time !! Ian had such a huge personality yet he had the kindest of ways !!I will miss you my dear friend !!! Love you !!! Bo Tafoya

I am very bummed out about this loss of such a genuine, one of a kind guy. Ian was always honest, kind, and authentic, there was no façade with him. What you saw is what you got with Ian, he was larger than life, and one of the funniest guys I’ve ever met. He’s literally had me in tears at times from how funny he was. He was not only a mentor to me, but also a good friend who I will miss dearly and I thought a lot of him. It was nice to drink cold ones with you, work with you, have some good laughs and good conversation. I will miss you, my friend.

Ian you were the most precious nephew anyone could ever have. We had so much fun and so many laughs through the years! I looked at you and your brothers and sisters like my own. Will miss you dearly. Love you always… Your Favorite Aunt Barb ❤️

I had the honor of becoming you step mom when you were 16. You were sweet and kind. I have wonderful memories of when you lived with your dad and I like the bbq's, many Christmases playing games with all you kids and just chilling. One of the best is when you would tell me to go back to bed when I was "sleep bitching". I miss you and always loved you ❤️ Krisa