Betty Gilly Obituary
She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Gilbert Gilly; son, Dwight Gilly; her parents and brothers Vernon Lawson and Ronald Lawson.
Betty is survived by her children, Duane Gilly of East Stone Gap and Derek Gilly (Amanda) of Piney Flats, TN; sister, Thelma Lester of Gray, TN; one granddaughter, who was Betty's caretaker and best friend, Shannon Gilly, and great grandchildren, Khloe Smith and Kaylee Smith.
Final arrangements are private.
Gilliam Funeral Home and Crematory is honored to serve the family of Betty Gilly.
To view the obituary online and offer condolences, visit www.gilliamfuneralhome.com or the funeral home Facebook page.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Shannan Gilly
October 19, 2025
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Deanna Dickenson
August 2, 2025
So sorry to lose a neighbor and friend. My deepest sympathy to the family.
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