Matthew Lee Gilliam

Matthew Lee Gilliam

Matthew Gilliam Obituary

Visit the Blue Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Marion website to view the full obituary.

Matthew Lee Gilliam, age 50, of Marion, Illinois, passed away Friday, August 25, 2023 at his home in Marion, Illinois.

Matthew was born November 04, 1972 in Lawrenceville, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his mother- Sarah Louise (Weyer) Dwyer and one sister- Camilla Dwyer. He is survived by his stepfather, Steven Dwyer of Marion, IL and his best friend and love, Janie Horton.

Visitation will be Thursday, August 31st 2023 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Blue Funeral Home in Marion. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, August 31, 2023, 5:00 PM at Blue Funeral Home.

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Blue Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Marion

1704 N. Court Street P.O. Box 39, Marion, IL 62959

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