Abraham "Ham" Gilliam, 59, passed away on Dec. 29, 2011. He was born Nov. 22, 1952, in Petersburg, Va. Abraham graduated from Petersburg High and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He served from October of 1971 through October of 1992, retiring as a Hospital Medical Chief. Following his military career, Abraham held many titles in various positions in the field of loss prevention.

Although Ham grew up supporting his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers, his loyalties changed after moving to Wisconsin. Ham became an avid Green Bay Packer fan. Ham also enjoyed his pets, fishing, vacationing and will be remembered as a wonderful cook and baker. Ham especially loved spending time with his family and many friends.

Abraham is survived by his wife of 15 years, Dawn, and two children, Abbey (Chuck) and Hailey (Russell); brothers-in-law, Darin (Pixie) and Dennis; mother-in-law, LueAnn; siblings Ret. Col. Taft (Pixie) Gilliam, BICM Ret. Andrew Gilliam, FIGCM Ret. Daniel (Marilyn) Gilliam, BG, Ret. Dr. Haywood (Audrey) Gilliam, Barry (Shirley) Gilliam, Helen Dabney, Frances Prosise, Gloria (Herbert) Crossland; one uncle, Arthur Gilliam; brother-in-law, James Wells; sister-in-law, Florence Gilliam; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Abraham was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Emma Gilliam; brother, Willie Gilliam; sisters, Lucy Well and Barbara Tucker; and nephew, Benjamin Gilliam.

Family and friends may call Thursday, Jan. 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 East Mason St. A service will be held at 6 p.m. Online condolences may be expressed at www.prokowall.com.

In lieu of flowers and plants, a memorial fund has been established in Abraham's name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette on Jan. 4, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Abraham Gilliam

15 Entries

Elaine Campbell

July 17, 2019

Petty Officer Gilliam was stationed at NOB with me a very long time ago. I always had great respect for him.

Helen Dabney

January 7, 2012

Dawn,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of our beloved Ham. We will be praying for you and your family all the way. My favorite brother is gone. Please stay in touch.
Sister Helen

Brenda Howard

January 7, 2012

Dawn and family,
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. Thank you for being so wonderful and loving to my uncle. May God forever bless you.
Niece Brenda aka Mooney

Helen Dabney

January 7, 2012

Dawn,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of our beloved Ham. We will be praying for you and your family all the way. My favorite brother is gone. Please stay in touch.
Sister Helen

Michael Macco

January 6, 2012

Dawn, I am very saddened to hear about Abraham's passing. Please know that you have already and will continue to be prayed for by all of us here at MFG. Grace & peace to you during this difficult time.
-Mike, John, Shirley & Terri

Adelbert Walker

January 5, 2012

I knew Abraham from Virginia Avenue School to Peabody High until we graduated. He was a super young man and we all enjoyed his company. May the Lord grant you peace in his home going

Diane Glembo

January 5, 2012

Dawn;
I am sorry for your loss! Ham was incredible and the best pastry chef in WI. Terry enjoyed him also...He will be greatly missed. May God comfort all of you!

Kari Watt

January 5, 2012

Dawn and family-
I'm so sorry to hear of Ham's passing. Not sure if you remember me, Ham and I were partners in Loss Prevention at Shopko West. He was a very good man. I loved when he brought in is baked yummy goodness!!! My fav pumpkin cookies with cream cheese frosting! I used to pick us up a cup coffee on my way in to work and as I loaded mine with cream and sugar, he would wrinkle his nose and say "that's not coffee, that's a darn milkshake!". Rest in piece Ham, you will be missed!!

January 5, 2012

Dear Dawn, Abbey and Hailey, I am so sad for your family. He sure is going to be missed by everyone. I pray for you and family. May God be a comfort to all of you. Take Care, Sharon Stone and George Whalen.

The Pender/Price Family

ricky pender

January 4, 2012

Dear Aunt Dawn, Abbey and Hailey I am truly sorry for the loss of Uncle Ham. He is truly missed and will never be forgotten. Uncle Ham was not just my uncle he was like a father to me as well. He would always encourage me to be the best I can in anything that I do in life. RIP Uncle Ham! Aunt Dawn the Pender/Price family with keep you all in our Prayers.!

Kari Watt

January 4, 2012

Dawn and family-
You may not remember me, but Ham and I used to be partners in Loss Prevention at Shopko West. Oh the stories Ham could tell. Not to mention baking us wonderful treats!!
I am so very sorry about your loss. He was a very good man. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Sincerely,
Kari Watt

Annette (Buechler) Baeb

January 4, 2012

Dear Dawn, Abbey and Hailey: I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Ham's passing. My heart warms as I recall so many fond memories of him. May God bless and comfort you all during this difficult time. Love and hugs, Annette <3

Sharon Magnin

January 4, 2012

Dear Dawn, I am so sorry to hear of Ham's death. I have not forgotten what a good baker he was and how kind he was to make me that delicious chocolate cheesecake and he didn't really know me. Just that I was a co-worker. My condolences to you and your family.

Cory Neville

January 4, 2012

To the Gilliam family, I send my heartfelt condolences for the loss of Abraham. He was a very nice guy that I am sure will be missed by all. May God be with you all during this time. RIP Abraham.

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