John Wyatt Gilliam Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 3, 2026 in High Point, North Carolina

John Wyatt Gilliam Sr.

January 3, 1933 - February 3, 2026 (93 years old)

High Point, North Carolina

John Wyatt Gilliam Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on February 3, 2026 in High Point, North Carolina

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John Wyatt Gilliam Sr.

January 3, 1933 - February 3, 2026 (93 years old)

High Point, North Carolina

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John Wyatt Gilliam Sr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to John Wyatt Gilliam Sr. of High Point, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. John Wyatt left this world on February 3, 2026 at the age of 93, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Henry Gilliam and Josie Lee Bridges Gilliam; and his sisters, Josie Brower and Dorothy Brower. He is survived by: his wife Barbara "Bobbie" Varner Gilliam; his son John Gilliam, Jr.; his grandson John "Johnny" Gilliam, III; his niece Karen Hardwick; his great-nephew Jonathan; and his siblings-in-law, Brenda Chilton (Dave), Doyle Varner (Kathy) and Linda Varner.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in John's memory to Encounter Church, P.O. Box 5714, High Point, NC 27262.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cumby Family Funeral Service



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