David Thomas Gilliam, M.D.

David Thomas Gilliam, M.D. obituary, Bedford, IN

David Thomas Gilliam, M.D.

David Gilliam, M.D. Obituary

Visit the Limestone Chapel of George Funeral Care, LLC website to view the full obituary.

David Thomas Gilliam, M.D. 
January 5, 1947 – October 20, 2025

David Thomas Gilliam, M.D., passed away on October 20, 2025, in Bloomington, Indiana.

He was born in Mayfield, Kentucky, and was the son of the late John and Helen Gilliam.

David graduated from Benton High School in Benton, Kentucky, then Murray State University with a Bachelor of Science degree.

He was a member of the Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity (Pike).

David graduated from the University of Louisville Medical School, then completed residencies at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and Vanderbilt University Hospital, along with a fellowship at the University of Cincinnati. He enjoyed a successful career spanning 50 years, as a psychiatrist, certified by The American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

David was an accomplished pilot and enjoyed flying his family to their favorite locations. He enjoyed building race cars, riding motorcycles, hunting, fishing, boating, and all things outdoors.

David is survived by his wife of 34 years, Rita Kerr Gilliam, and their son, Grant Thomas Gilliam.

A memorial will be held at a later date. Please consider making a donation in David's honor to the Lewy Body Dementia Association.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.limestonechapel.net.

Arrangements are under the direction of Derek and Abby George of the Limestone Chapel of George Funeral Care at 527 15th Street, Bedford, Indiana 47421.

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

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