Jonathan Michael Gilliam

Jonathan Michael Gilliam, 29, of Effort, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025, at home. Born in Palmerton, he was the son of Eric Deibler and Jody (Jarrell) Deibler. Jonathan was a graduate of Pleasant Valley High School, class of 2013. He worked with the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier. Jonathan will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Jonathan was preceded in death by his grandmother: Patricia Disbrow of Effort who passed on November 27, 2024. In addition to his parents, Jonathan is survived by his brother: Eric Deibler, II; his sister: Kristina Deibler; maternal grandfather: Fred Jarrell of Decherd, TN; paternal grandparents: Rick and Jamie Deibler of Jones, Oklahoma; and many loving cousins. Services will be scheduled for a later date and at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made in Jonathan's memory to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia at chop.edu or to the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital at lvhn.org/giving. www.kresgefuneralhome.com