Rita A. Gilliam's obituary , Passed away on October 17, 2025 in Eldorado, Illinois

Rita A. Gilliam

September 21, 1934 - October 17, 2025 (91 years old)

Eldorado, Illinois

Rita A. Gilliam's obituary , Passed away on October 17, 2025 in Eldorado, Illinois

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Watson Funeral Home

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Rita A. Gilliam

September 21, 1934 - October 17, 2025 (91 years old)

Eldorado, Illinois

Rita A. Gilliam Obituary

We bid farewell to Rita A. Gilliam of Eldorado, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 17, 2025 at the age of 91. Rita touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rita A. Gilliam to pay them a last tribute.

As Rita departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Rita may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Rita leaves behind.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Gibniewski and Julia Gibniewski (Dabija); her husband Neal Gilliam; and her siblings, Jerry and Carol.

She is survived by: her siblings-in-law, Richard Gilliam (Carlean) and Patricia Gibniewski.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 24th 2025 at 4:00 PM at the Elmwood Cemetery.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Watson Funeral Home



Fri

Oct 24

Graveside service

4:00 PM

Elmwood Cemetery

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