LOUISBURG - Albert "Dennis" Gilliam, 69, of Louisburg died Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at his home. Born on May 31, 1946 to the late Floyd and Edith Dennis Gilliam. He loved his family and was especially proud of his grandchildren. He was compassionate, a hard worker and would help anyone. He was always ready with a joke or a word of encouragement.

The family will receive friends Saturday at 3 p.m at Lancaster Funeral and Cremation Services Chapel where a memorial service will follow at 4 p.m. with Rev. Leo Bennett officiating.

He is survived by his wife, Arnola Carpenter Gilliam; his children, Tonya Watson (Brian), Michael Gilliam (Cheryl) and Mark Gilliam; his granchildren, Erin Gilliam, Chris Gilliam, Victoria Watson and Emily Gilliam and one great granddaughter, Lily Stutts; his sisters, Joyce Merritt and Betty Jean Harper.

Arrangements are being handled by Lancaster Funeral and Cremation Services, 804 N. Bickett Blvd., Louisburg, N. C. 27549. Online condolences may be made to www.lancasterfcs.com.

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