Lynne Gilliam

GILLIAM, Lynne…

After a long and brave struggle, Lynne Gilliam (nee Dalton) passed peacefully in her 86th year at St. Joseph’s Hospice, London. Predeceased by her husband George Gilliam and brothers Bill (Pat) and John (Marilyn) Dalton as well as her step sister Mary. Survived by her children Mark (Jo-Ann), Stephen (Annora) and Grandchildren Cory (Jamie), Catie (Mike), Robyn (Dan), Jenica, her loving sister Kay, many nieces and nephews, and other extended family members. Cherished friend to her Wednesday night group where the “Porch Light was always on” as well as the congregation of St. George’s Anglican Church. She was the “adopted” Grandmother, Mother and friend to many. Lynne had a zest for life and lived it to the fullest. She loved having company and spending time with her family. She will be remembered for her neighbourhood parties, especially the balloon festival parties. Lynne was quite involved in her church and enjoyed reaching out to the seniors and other congregants of St. George’s Anglican Church. Sincere gratitude to Dr. Sharon Koivu, the staff of the Palliative Care floor at University Hospital, the CCAC, Dr. Robert Luton for his many years of care and the St. Joseph’s Hospice. She could not have received better care. Special thanks to The Reverend Canon Dr. Timothy G. Connor and the many friends that spent time with Mom during her illness. Cremation has taken place. Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 from 7-9 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 11 am at St. George’s Anglican Church, 227 Wharncliffe Road North, London, ON N6H 2B6. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. George’s Anglican Church Renewal Campaign, St. Joseph’s Hospice, 485 Windermere Road, P.O. Box 1449, Station B, London, ON N6A 5M2 or a charity of your choice. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com