Richard Gilliam

Richard Joseph Gilliam, of Lanham MD, went to be with the Lord on August 23, 2009 at age 79, following a beautiful birthday celebration with his family on August 22nd. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Gloria, his daughter Carolyn and her husband Jim, his son Richard W., a sister Betty and her husband Raymond and many grandchildren and great grandchildren who adored him. He was preceded in death by his beloved dogs Brandy and Susie. He was a member of Local 602 for over 55 years and was a Steamfitter. He volunteered at the New Carrollton Public Library and also volunteered over 10,000 hours at Doctor's Community Hospital. He was a lifetime member of the Washington Sangerbund. He was an avid gardener and loved music, baseball and beer. Family will receive friends on Wednesday August 26 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm at GASCH'S FUNERAL HOME PA, 4739 Baltimore Avenue in Hyattsville, MD. A Celebration of Life will be held Thursday August 27 at 11am at GASCH'S. Interment Maryland Veteran's Cemetery in Cheltenham.