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1943
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2018
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Max Gilliam Obituary
SPARTA — Mr. Max Grayson Gilliam, 74, passed away Monday, Nov. 19, 2018, at Genesis Healthcare in Sparta. He was born Dec. 2, 1943, in Surry County to Jackson Eugene and Flora Cockerham Gilliam. Mr. Gilliam was retired from Lexington Furniture. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Charlotte Tucker Gilliam; brothers, Wayne Gilliam and Tony Gilliam. Survivors include his sister, Betty Kallam and husband Jim of Norfolk, Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date. Online condolences may be made to www.elkinfuneralservice.com.
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December 30, 2018
Condolences for you all.Fly high Max
Ray & Shelia Garrett
December 8, 2018
sorry for your loss you have my deepest sympathy and condolences on your loss may God comfort you and your family. 1 peter 5:6,7
December 4, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. As you remember your love one, may your treasured memories and Almighty God bring peace and comfort to your broken hearts. (Psalm 147:3)
CW
December 4, 2018
May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.
Beth Gilliam
November 30, 2018
Uncle Max will be missed.
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