Billy Lee Gilliam

On January 10, 2016, the Lord received another angel, Willie Billy L. Gilliam.

He was born on March 3, 1942. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel and Jack Vick and brothers, George Gilliam, Ray Gilliam, and Wayne Gilliam. He is survived by Carolyn Gilliam, his loving, devoted wife and best friend of 54 years; two children, Lee Gilliam and wife, Debbie, of Raleigh, and Lisa Gupton and husband, Ken, of Roanoke Rapids; two grandchildren, Leann Gilliam and Tyler Gupton; brother, Leroy Gilliam and wife, Linda, of Roanoke Rapids and his sister, Peggy Rose and husband, Bobby, of Roanoke Rapids. Also, surviving are several nieces and nephews, as well as, his faithful and loyal four legged companion, Annie.

Billys heart and true passion was spending time with his family and friends in laughter and good times. He was a well-known clocksmith, a trade he learned from his father Jack Vick. Previously, he worked in the construction industry. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and enjoyed riding his motorcycle with his wife Carolyn.

Billy was an active member of the Roanoke Rapids First Pentecostal Holiness Church.

The family will receive friends Wednesday, January 13, 2016, from 6:00-8:00 pm at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service. Rev. D.A. Leonard and Rev. Bill Robertson will conduct funeral services Thursday, January 14, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Roanoke Rapids First Pentecostal Holiness Church, 145 Old Farm Rd. Interment will follow at Crestview Memorial Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial contributions be made to Roanoke Rapids First Pentecostal Holiness Church, PO Box 1508, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870.