William Gilliam Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 31, 2020, at the age of 83, William Gilliam (Elon, North Carolina), born in Alamance, North Carolina passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Gilliam to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Wesley Gilliam, Jr. and Mary Idol Gilliam; and his siblings, Naomi G. Sadler, Junius W. Gilliam, Frederick K. Gilliam, John J. Gilliam, Robert D. Gilliam, Charles G. Gilliam and Theron I. Gilliam.

He is survived by: his wife Polly Nobles Gilliam; his children, Jeff Gilliam (Cheryl) of Burlington, Leslie Wallace (Mike) of Belmont and Jason Gilliam (Deena) of Cary; his grandchildren, Meredith Richardson (Jerry), Allison Oakley (Eric), Michael Wallace, Rob Wallace and Presley Gilliam; his great grandchildren, Elliott, Olivia Grace Richardson, Wyatt and Ava Gray Oakley; and his sisters, Bess G. Davenport and Sara B. Gilliam. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Due to the challenges of COVID-19, funeral services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Gilliam Primitive Baptist Cemetery Fund, c/o Arnold Gilliam, 715 Westbrook Dr., Burlington, NC 27215 or Berea Christian Church, 2828 Old NC 87 North, Elon, NC 27244.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rich & Thompson Funeral & Cremation Service

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November 5, 2020

Judy Thorpe wrote a sympathy message

“JESUS promised a resurrection to restore life back to our loved ones. (John 5:28,29) Just imagine how wonderful that will be! I hope reading these simple truths; will bring you comfort & hope from our loving creator JEHOVAH, as you endure the difficult days ahead. (2 Cor.1:3,4) (Ps. 83:18)”