Eddie Lee Gillham of Wister, Oklahoma was born August 24, 1954 in Heavener, Oklahoma to William "Bud" and Bonnie (Brown) Gillham and passed away September 27, 2023 at his residence in Wister, Oklahoma at the age of 69.
He is survived by:
His wife:
Michele "Shelly" (Dyer) Gillham of the home
Two sisters:
Rose Anna White and husband Speedy of Yanush, Oklahoma
Judy Kay Roath and husband Floyd of Poteau, Oklahoma
One brother:
Billy Gillham and wife Cindy of Wister, Oklahoma
One sister-in-law:
Pam Cogburn Gillham
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loved ones, and a host of many friends
He was preceded in death by his parents, William "Bud" and Bonnie Gillham; and one brother, Gary Gillham.
Eddie was a longtime resident of the area and the owner of Diamondback Stone Quarry. He was a lover of all things old. Eddie enjoyed antiquing and was a collector of vintage and muscle cars. He spent many days out exploring and searching for old artifacts. He enjoyed the history of all his collections and spent many hours reading and studying them. Eddie was a man of integrity and his word was his bond. He loved spending time with his family and held the honorary title of being called "Uncle Fred" to some of his 59 nieces and nephews.
Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Big Creek Baptist Church in Heavener, Oklahoma. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Funeral Home of Heavener, Oklahoma.
Memorial Service
Big Creek Baptist Church
Thursday, October 5, 2023
2:00 PM
51918 Haw Creek Road
Heavener, OK 74937