George Wilson Gilliam was born in Cumberland, Virginia to Ned and Willa Hatcher Gilliam on April 12, 1933.

At an early age, he accepted Christ as his savior and joined Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, and became a lifelong member. He was a faithful and dedicated member, serving as a deacon for seventy years. He loved gospel music and would often sing his favorite songs, especially "May the Work I've Done Speak for Me."

In 1960 he married Dorothy Perkins and from that union four children were born.

George was a hardworking man and enjoyed spending time with his family. He was employed as a landscaper at the University of Richmond for thirty years until his retirement. He did not have a lot of hobbies but would occasionally go hunting.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Russell Gilliam; his brother, Robert Gilliam; and sister, Virginia Gilliam.

He leaves to cherish loving memories, his wife, Dorothy Gilliam, three children; Diane Gilliam, Crystal Briggs (James), George Wendell Gilliam (Lisa), five Grandchildren: Davon Gilliam, Taylor Gilliam, Corey Briggs, Devin Briggs, Briana Briggs, two great grandchildren; Nia and Nyla Gilliam. One sister-in-law; Teresa Jones, two nieces; Adriene and LeAndrea Gilliam, and a host of cousins and friends.

Twenty Third Psalm

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me;

thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall

follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. ….KJV

Acknowledgements

The family would like to say thank you whether you called, sent a card or a flower, or said a prayer. Whatever the act of kindness may have been, we appreciate it sincerely and with much gratitude. May God Bless you and His Love Be Yours to Share.