George Gillam

Obituary of George Gillam

GILLAM George 1924 - 2006 Port Aux Basques, NL Passed away peacefully at Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Center on Monday, July 17th, 2006, George L. Gillam in his 81st year. Born in Port aux Basques, he was the son of the late John T. and Mary Gillam (nee Warren). George served with both the Royal Canadian Army and the Royal Canadian Navy. He was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 11, for many years. He leaves to mourn with fond and precious memories his loving wife Dulcie (nee Pearce) of 60 years; 9 children: Roland, Elaine (Eric) Chaulk, New Brunswick, Linda (Emanuel) Lawrence, Isaac (Lori Ann), Geraldine (William) Fudge, Sandra (Roger) Osmond, Donna (Don) Payne, David (Mary), Roxanne (Melvin) Fiander, St. Catherines, ON; 25 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; sister Louisa Caffier, as well as a large circle of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his grandson Paul Gillam; sisters: Emma Martin, Geraldine Gillam, Lillian Wells and Ruth Higdon; brothers: John Cecil and Matthew. Visitation took place on Tuesday and Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 pm from Fillatre’s Funeral Home, Port aux Basques. Funeral Service was held on Thursday, July 20th, 2006 at 2:00 pm from St. James Anglican Church with Rev. Evelyn Smith and Rev. Patricia Ritchie officiating. Donations in George’s Memory can be made to the Canadian Lung Association.
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