Michael Ray Gilliam Obituary
The passing of Michael Ray Gilliam of Delphia, Kentucky leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on June 24, 2025 at the age of 65. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Michael Ray Gilliam to show support.
As Michael Ray departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Michael Ray. Though Michael Ray may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lehman Gilliam and Estelle Collins Gilliam. He is survived by: his siblings, Mark Gilliam (Cathy) of Delphia, Donnie Smith (Diane) of Little Leatherwood, Elmer Gilliam (Fran) of Delphia, Carolyn Lewis (Kevin) of Delphia, Penny Gilliam of Delphia and Tina Polly (Joe) of Slemp; his niece Kristin Gilliam of Delphia; and his nephews, Sam Cornett (Judy) of Delphia, Shawn Cornett of Delphia and Josh Cornett of Cumberland. He is also survived by great-nieces and great-nephews, other family and friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, June 30th 2025 at 6:00 PM at the BIG Leatherwood Baptist Church (1632 Highway 463, delphia, KY 41735). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, July 1st 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
