Vivian Gilliam Obituary
The passing of Vivian Gilliam of Thomasville, North Carolina leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 17, 2025 at the age of 91. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Vivian Gilliam or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Vivian's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clyde Auman and Martha Byrd Auman; her husband Dr. Charles F. Gilliam; and her brothers, Bill Auman and Bob Auman.
She is survived by: her children, Jane Freeman (Billy) of High Point, Charlotte Hanner (Ken) of Thomasville, Martha Snider (Perry) of Denton, Don Gilliam (Mary) of Tennessee and Jeff Gilliam (Janet) of Hickory; and her caregiver Sheree Markwell. She is also survived by twelve grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren.
The inurnment was held on Monday, September 22nd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Holly Hill Memorial Park Cemetery (401 W Holly Hill Rd, Thomasville, NC 27360).
