John Franklin Gilliam Jr. Obituary

John Franklin Gilliam Jr., born on February 23, 1960, passed away on September 30, 2026. John Franklin leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John F. Gilliam, Sr. and Saretha Joy Carr Gilliam; and his brother Greg Gilliam. He is survived by: his wife Becky Gilliam; his children, Danielle Gilliam of Albuquerque, NM, Amanda Douglas of Jonesboro, AR, J. Valdez of Albuquerque, NM and Jordan Belknap of Leachville, AR; his siblings, Shanna Cook (Russ) of Clarksville, TN, Brian Gilliam (Liliana) of Dallas, TX and Stewart Gilliam of Bentonville, AR; and his grandchildren, Colie and Carter Douglas.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Thompson Funeral Home (220 Viva Dr, Trumann, AR 72472). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, October 3rd 2026 at 4:00 PM at the same location.