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James Gilham Obituary
NEWARK: A memorial service celebrating the life of James Lee Gilham, age 87, of Newark, will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service, 179 Granville Street, Newark. Military honors will be observed by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.
James was born in Newark, Ohio on July 2, 1930 to the late Charles Sr. and Minnie (Maddox) Gilham. He passed away on August 26, 2017 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center, operated by Hospice of Central Ohio.
James proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He graduated from Baldwin Wallace University, with a Bachelor's of Arts Degree. Prior to retirement, he was an art teacher with Wadsworth City Schools for over 40 years. James was an avid walker, enjoyed painting, art and drawing but most important was the time he spent with his granddaughter, Kara.
Survivors include his two children, Luana M. G. Franklin and James D. Gilham; granddaughter, Kara A. Franklin; brother, Harry (Maxine) Gilham; nieces and nephews, Sam, Beth, Brooke, Lori, Angela, Linda and Lisa; and numerous other friends and family members.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma V. (Rogers) Gilham in 2004; and one brother, Charles Gilham, Jr.
The family would like to thank Select Specialty Hospital in Newark for the sincere and excellent care provided to James during his stay.
Visit www.CrissWagnerHoskinson.com to share a special memory about James or to sign an online guest book.
Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service is honored to care for James and his family.
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Betty Starkey
September 7, 2023
It was so nice to see Jim's face on my computer this evening. He was a special friend and neighbor. I miss him a lot. My husband who passed, also missed him and liked him a lot. My sympathy and prayers go out t the family.
TOM & BETTY STARKEY`
September 7, 2020
Tom & I still miss Jim everyday. It was always a pleasure to walk out the back door and know we would see him mowing or working in the yard. He was a great neighbor.
Joe McMullens
September 14, 2017
God thank you for comforting and healings and your great love for James's family and those who loved him. In the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.
Tom & Betty Starkey
September 13, 2017
Please accept our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your family member. He was a great neighbor and we thought a lot of him. We feel your loss. May God bless you and give you peace.
James Armbruster
September 13, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of a former classmate, Navy man and friend. He was a greatly admired person.
Ken & Rebecca Black & Family
September 13, 2017
To the Gilham Family, So sorry to learn of the loss of your loved one. May God comfort you with his love and presence during this time of transition. God bless to all.
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Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service - Newark179 Granville Street, Newark, OH 43055
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