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Craig Gillikin Obituary

GILLIKIN, Craig Dr. Craig B. Gillikin, at the age of 60, passed away Sunday morning, May 24, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia where he lived for the last 22 years. Craig is survived by his husband, Steven McGhee; mother, Janet Willis Gillikin of Harkers Island, NC and mother-in-law, Jane McGhee of Conyers, GA; and siblings, Willa G. Rothrock of Harkers Island, NC and Jonathon W. Gillikin of Raleigh, NC. Most of "Dr. G's" professional life was spent growing a dental practice he started 22 years ago, now called Great Expressions in Peachtree City Ga. He is a member of the American Dental Association and the Georgia Dental Association. He loved his staff and his patients as well. He also loved his orchids, koi pond, gardening, and decorating at Christmas. He deeply loved their two Jack Russell terriers "Smooch" and "Ella Jane." In lieu of flowers we ask donations be made to either the American Society for Prevention & Cruelty of Animals (ASPCA) or the Piedmont Park Conservancy in Atlanta. There will be a graveside service at 11 AM, on Tuesday, June 2nd, at Fairview Memorial Gardens. A. S. Turner and Sons Funeral Home.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on May 31, 2020.

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Donna Dize

February 11, 2021

Craig was a great friend & neighbor to me. We both lived at The Doral apartments & had wonderful times!! Craig moved to Atlanta to begin his new journey. We weren’t in touch the last several years so finding out he had passed was a shock. I’ll always remember the “2am Sunday morning” knocks in my door to have coffee and talk. Rest In Peace Craig

Jeanine Duke

July 9, 2020

Dr. Gilliken was kind and funny and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I pray for his family, friends and staff. He will be missed.

Armando V Luna

June 24, 2020

We give our deepest condolences to Dr. Gillikin's family! He was so pleasant, had great stories, and of course, an excellent dentist who cared about his patients. Dr. Gillikin will be missed.
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Michelle Palmeri

June 20, 2020

I am very sad to hear of Dr. Gillikin's passing. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends. One conversation we had was when he spoke of his many hours of peeling pounds of shrimp while he was at his Mama's home. He brought many smiles.

Gwen & Will Harper

June 17, 2020

We are so sorry to learn of Dr. Gillikins passing. He was a kind man and we enjoyed sharing our dog stories and hearing of his garden. Were praying for comfort for his family, friends and coworkers.

Karen Johnson

June 17, 2020

Dr G. will be missed. He was an excellent dentist. He took great care of my entire family and we are so grateful. Rest in peace.

Karen Johnson

June 17, 2020

Dr G. will be missed. He was an excellent dentist. He took great care of my entire family and we are so grateful. Rest in peace.

Allyn Hernan

June 17, 2020

I am very sorry for your husband and the rest of your family. You were a kind, intelligent, skilled and entertaining dentist and I am so glad that I met you. How very sad that your life was so short. It's obvious that you were loved a lot!

Wanda Toote

June 11, 2020

In loving memory of a great man and a great dentist. May you find comfort in God and your family and friends. Dr. Gillikin was very kind and compassionate. When my mom passed he and his staff gave me a beautiful card that I was very moved by. He will be greatly missed and hard to replace as our family dentist.

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