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Don M. Gilliam

Don M. Gilliam

  • June 28, 1933 - July 30, 2012
  • Spartanburg, South Carolina
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“I worked Don for many years at Beverage-Air. He was always a true southern gentleman and a pleasure to work with. Your family is in my thoughts and...Read More » ”
1 of 24 | Posted by: Sandy Hodges - Spartanburg, SC

“Dear Becky, Keith, Randall and Kip So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband and dad. We will keep you guys in our prayers. We will miss...Read More » ”
2 of 24 | Posted by: Ronnie and Teresa Simmons Thompson - SC

“Hi Kip, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. I have lifted you up to the Lord. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Kim ”
3 of 24 | Posted by: Kim Speer - Boiling Springs, SC

“Randall So sorry to learn of your dad's passing.. He was a special friend who was a joy to know and work with..prayers and sympathy for you and the...Read More » ”
4 of 24 | Posted by: Doris Hammett - Boiling Springs, SC

“Don was a wonderful friend and co-worker. My deepest sympathy to the family! Doris Hammett ”
5 of 24 | Posted by: Doris Hammert - Boiling Springs, SC

“Kip, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad is now your guardian angel...Read More » ”
6 of 24 | Posted by: Beth Goodenough - Spartanburg, SC

“Randall...I am sorry to hear of Don's passing...I have so many memories of him at Beverage-Air. Don was always Eso good to me...anytime I asked him...Read More » ”
7 of 24 | Posted by: Harold Smith - Easley, SC

“Randall We are sorry for...Read More » ”
8 of 24 | Posted by: Jay and Sharon Randolph - SC

“Kip, Tony and I send our deepest condolences. I pray the peace of God over you and your family in this season. ”
9 of 24 | Posted by: Elizabeth - Spartanburg, SC

“Kip, I was saddened to hear about the loss of your father. May God keep you all close and give your courage and peace at this time. Dede ”
10 of 24 | Posted by: Dede Ward

“Randall, I'm sorry for your loss. The whole Beverage-Air community has lost a good friend. Don was one of a kind and we will all miss him. ”
11 of 24 | Posted by: Johnny Howard - Honea Path, SC

“Kip, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know you are on my heart and in my prayers now and in the days ahead. ”
12 of 24 | Posted by: Jane Entrekin - SC

“I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Gilliam will be missed. ”
13 of 24 | Posted by: Angela Pettit

“Kip and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May you find comfort in knowing that friends are near and precious memories...Read More » ”
14 of 24 | Posted by: Sara Kollock

“Tammy and Family, Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you and your family during your time of sorrow. ”
15 of 24 | Posted by: Wayne, Debra & Jacob Chapman - SC

“Kip, thinking and praying for you during this time. May your memories give you joy. Pollie ”
16 of 24 | Posted by: Pollie Gentry - Moore, SC

“Kip, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. My most sincere condolenses. ...Read More » ”
17 of 24 | Posted by: Denise HUll - Spartanburg, SC

“Kip, praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Tracy ”
18 of 24 | Posted by: Tracy Krout-Watson - Spartanburg, SC

“Hey Kip. My thoughts and prayers are with you buddy. May God give you peace and comfort in your time of grief. Charles ”
19 of 24 | Posted by: Charles Jones - Sptbg, SC

“Kip, You and your family are in my prayers. God bless you, Steve ”
20 of 24 | Posted by: Steve Byrd - spartanburg, SC

“Kip, I'm so sorry for your loss. May He guide you and your family through this difficult time. Kay Kilby SCSDB ”
21 of 24 | Posted by: Kay Kilby - Spartanburg, SC

“Kip and Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Lou Thomson Principal South Carolina School for...Read More » ”
22 of 24 | Posted by: Lou Thomson - Spartanburg, SC

“I'm sorry for your loss Kip. Will keep you and your entire family in my prayers during this difficult time. ”
23 of 24 | Posted by: Phil Humbert - Spartanburg, SC

“Kip, I wanted to let you know that I was keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. ”
24 of 24 | Posted by: Linda Smith - Spartanburg , SC


Don M. Gilliam, 79, of Spartanburg, died Monday, July 30, 2012, at Magnolia Manor-Inman. Born June 28, 1933, in Spartanburg, he was the son of the late George Washington and Sarah Ann Wilson Gilliam.

A U. S. Army veteran, Mr. Gilliam retired from Beverage Air after 45 years of service. He was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are his loving wife of 58 years, Rebecca Eubanks Gilliam; sons, Don Keith Gilliam of Union City, TN, John Randall Gilliam of Campobello, SC, and David Kip Gilliam of the home; four grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He was predeceased by four sisters and two brothers.

Private graveside services will be conducted by the Rev. Andy Case in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.

The family is at the home.

Floyd's North Church Street Chapel