George Albert Gilliam Sr., 92, Festus

George Albert Gilliam Sr., 92, of Festus died Oct. 17, 2022, at Scenic View Nursing Center in Herculaneum. Mr. Gilliam worked as a truck driver for Overnight, UPS and Yellow Freight. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He enjoyed fishing and watching St Louis Cardinals baseball and Kansas City Chiefs football, but most of all, he liked spending time with his family. Born March 10, 1930, in Huzzah, he was the son of the late Luther and Lola (Brakefield) Gilliam.

He was survived by his wife: Lois V. (Moore) Gilliam; a son: George (Karen) Gilliam Jr. of Kansas City; a daughter: Brenda (Jim) Leach of Festus; a sister: Rita (Dan) Erickson of St Louis; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by three brothers: Sam, Jerry and Elvia Gilliam; and a sister: Lena Schmans.

A memorial service was held Oct. 21 at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus. Burial will be held later in Park Lawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, Donor Care Center, P.O. Box 758540, Topeka, KS 66675-8540.