Photo courtesy of Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home - McKenney
McKenney, Virginia
Jun 23, 1949 – Oct 5, 2024
Honoring the Life of Calvin Alphonso Gilliam, Sr. “Al”
His Story
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Calvin Alphonso Gilliam, Sr. affectionately known as “Al” and “Duke,” 75, of 3445 Custis Rd., Richmond, Virginia entered into eternal rest peacefully...
Read MoreMy Brother thou your presence is truly missed; the many memories of pure fun we share over the years brings nothing but laughter and fantastic memories of a time which will never be forgotten.
Chucky Wilson
June 17, 2025 | Atlanta, GA | Friend
Dear Linda and family,
It was such a pleasure to know Calvin!
His optimistic attitude was contagious and his bright outlook on life made such an impact.
I wish you serenity and peace of mind in the days ahead.
God bless,
John Taylor
John Taylor
October 14, 2024 | Henrico, VA | Friend
Dear Sister and family,
Condolences to you and family. He’s in Gods Arms .
Soror Helen Wilkins
October 14, 2024 | Richmond, VA | Friend
Dear Linda & Family:
Sending my deepest & heartfelt sympathy to all of you.
I share in your sorrow & my heart goes out to you in the passing of the LOVE of your family's lives & many other lives. Al was definitely a people person & he was a joy to know. Remember the love & sweet memories of him & not the loss!
With Much Love & God's Blessings,
Melva W. Lewis
Melva Lewis
October 13, 2024 | Hopewell, VA | Friend
Linda and Family -
You are in our hearts and prayers. We love you. DUKE WAS OUR FRIEND!!!!!! He will forever be remembered and loved. We will see him again on the tennis court in heaven. LOVEYA.
Brenda and William Herrington
William Herrington
October 13, 2024 | Lawrenceville, VA | Friend
Dr. Linda H. Gilliam and Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you and the entire Gilliam family. Mr. Calvin will be deeply missed. He was always warm and welcoming whenever I had the pleasure of seeing him at Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority regional events. His life was truly one well lived. Please know that my thoughts and continued prayers are with you and your loved ones during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dr. Teresa A. Smith
Omicron Omega Omega Chapter
Dr. Teresa A. Smith
October 13, 2024 | Clayton, NC | Friend
Linda & family,
We were sadden to hear of the transition of Calvin. Our hearts and prayers are with his family.
I, (Anna) worked with Calvin at Verizon for many years and his smile, laughter and knowledge of the job brighten everyone’s day.
Wishing the family peace, comfort and courage to face the days ahead while loving memories will forever be held in your hearts.
Those we love never go away; they walk beside us every day.
Blessings,
Robert & Anna Jackson
October 12, 2024 | Durham, NC | Friend
Our most heartfelt condolences are extended to the family of Mr. Calvin Gilliam. We lovingly embrace our former Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, Mrs. Linda Gilliam and family who continue to cherish the memory of the life he lived and shared with them. Words cannot fill the void that you have, but please know that we continue to pray for and are thinking of you and your family. May God continue to hold you in his bosom.
Sincerely,
The members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,...
Cynthia Coles
October 11, 2024 | Roanoke, VA | Friend
To the Gilliam Family,
My deepest condolences to your entire family during this time. I have found memories of Al, stemming from growing up in Union Baptist Church, to encouraging words during my college years, serving as "informal" photographer at my wedding, recruitment into the CONTEL family and just being an all-around good guy always positive and full of words of wisdom. Al truly was the person that embodied the spirit of Matthew 5:14-16, that is he was the "lamp" (light)...
Yvette Wilson-Branson
October 11, 2024 | Prince George, VA | Friend