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Terry Spivey
April 14, 2018
Marie, Debbie, Gary, Della, Beth,
I am so sorry for your loss, Garland was a wonderful person an will be missed. I just found out today when I saw Marie today at a restaurant. My condolences and prayers for you and all your family. Garland was a wonderful man and so is Marie and all of your family. Love you guys and I am sorry I didn't find out until now. Today is 4/24/2018 Terry Spivey
Barbara Bear Jamison
November 12, 2017
I met Garland through the Wilmington Art Association. He was a wonderful artist and kind to all who were fortunate to meet him. He will be missed!
Kay Bilisoly
November 12, 2017
Many members of the Wilmington Art Association remember Garland with fondness. He was so talented and willing to sharer with others. Sincerely, Kay Bilisoly, Secretary
Jay Tilghman
November 10, 2017
Marie, Debbie, Gary, Della, Beth...thoughts and prayers to your family during this time. Garland was such a special man. Hunter, my dad , shared a special bond with Garland, one that I was privileged to see and share in. I really appreciated the time spent with them. Our love for him and all of you continues and the legacy of his life is far reaching. A truly unique and kind man who will be missed by family, friends, and all those who knew him.
November 8, 2017
My condolences for the loss of your dear father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend. He lived a fulfilling and successful life. May all of you continue to be blessed with his legacy and may you hold on to those wonderful memories. (1 Thess. 4:13, 14) Sincerely, Ali
November 7, 2017
Marie, Debbie, Gary, Della, Beth, and your families,
Just as I have benefited from knowing all of you and from working with and learning from Garland since 1966 at N. C. State, I now share in your loss. I remember, and often have reflected upon especially, his counselor's mantra on the masking tape on the back edge of his desk Empathize, don't Sympathize as a source of helpful objectivity when working with students. I many times also have chuckled when I saw or thought of his perspective on administration so aptly stated by The Train needlepoint on his wall. May God bless and comfort you as you redefine normal going forward from here.
John Freeman
Bill Ross
November 7, 2017
Marie and Family,
We were so very sorry to learn about Garland. Not only was he my boss and mentor when I worked with him in the Graphic Communications Program at N.C. State; he was also a kind, sincere, and true friend. Although it has been many years since we have seen each other, I will always consider Garland to be a true friend!
Your family is in our thoughts,
Bill and Linda Ross
Gayenell Gull
November 5, 2017
Garland was a longtime mentor and co-worker! We loved him dearly! God bless the family!
Gayenell and Tim Gull
Bob Sorrels
November 5, 2017
Garland was my professor, mentor, employer and friend for 42 years. I will miss him but am grateful for the memories and wisdom he imparted to me. My condolences to the family.
Karen Webb Gwyn
November 5, 2017
Dear Mrs. Hilliard, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Garland. My father, Ben Webb, who taught at NCSU with him, thought so highly of him. As did my Mom, Eleanor Webb. My brother and sister and I have fond memories of Mr. Hilliard at State playing in the hallways, etc. Visiting your house, and you guys printed my wedding invitations! Dad passed away 8 years ago and we have lost Mom too. We send our deepest prayers for you and your family at this difficult time as we know what it is like to loose a part of your family. God Bless, Sincerely, Karen Webb Gwyn
Kathleen & Tom Forehand
November 5, 2017
Our deepest condolences for your loss of a beloved husband and father. T om and I share your grief, and wish you to know that the lack of this amazing and talented man's presence in our midst brings us great sadness, as well. May you all be comforted in the coming days by all your shared loving memories.
Judy Allen
November 5, 2017
I'm very sad to learn of the death of a high school classmate. He was already missed at our recent 60th Reunion and will continue to be remembered by the Class of'57.
November 5, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family. It is truly a blessing Garland lived a long life. He remind me of Psalm 90:10, an especially strong individual.
Jim Clark
November 5, 2017
Della,
I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing. His legacy lives on in you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dava Watson
November 4, 2017
Garland,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lois Smith
November 3, 2017
Debbie, I am very sorry to hear of your father's passing. I pray you will find peace in your memories of him.
A. Baptiste
November 3, 2017
Garland, you and your family have my deepest sympathies.
Michael Klice
November 3, 2017
Garland,
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although I've never met your father, after reading about him, I see a lot of him in you.
Sincerely Mike Klice
Jason Sprouse
November 2, 2017
I know I will see Garland again in Heaven, but until then he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Marie and family.
David P. Watson,Sr.
November 2, 2017
It is with great sadness that I learned of Mr. Garlands passing. My sincere condolences to the entire Hilliard family.
Rest in Peace, Mr Garland.
Sandy Wise
November 2, 2017
Dear Della and Dennis, My deepest sympathy is with you and your family. God bless you.
Lindsay Woltz
November 1, 2017
I had the wonderful honor of caring for Garland during the last few months of his life. I truly enjoyed going to work and spending time with him, loved hearing his stories and seeing the pride he showed when talking about his family. We developed an unexpected friendship and he was kind enough to give me one of his hand carved wood cross necklaces. I am still truly touched by this gesture and Garland will forever be in my memory. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hilliard family during this time of grief. May the love of this kind man bring you peace as you honor his life and legacy.
Barbara Matthews
November 1, 2017
We just heard today of Garland's passing. We always looked forward to seeing him and Marie in the Beachin Kitchen. We know his health has been failing for awhile now. Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time. Please, if we can do anything at all to help, just let us know. 910-545-0297
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