Child’s Funeral Home | Clinton, SC

Obituary For Bertha Mae Gilliam Gary

Mrs. Bertha Mae Gilliam Gary, age 87 of Crawford Drive Clinton, SC earned her wings on July 22,2020 at Prisma Laurens County Hospital.

Born to the late Murray and Cleve Gilliam, Mrs. Gary was educated in Laurens County schools and joined Hebron Baptist Church at an early age. She was a member of Womens' Aide Society No.79.

She is survived by three daughters: Sharon( William ) Bates, Vivan Richmond, and Sophia Gilliam( Lucius Pitts) and one son Willie Gary; 10 grandchildren , 4 great grand children, and many other loving relatives and friends.

The private service for Mrs. Bertha Mae Gilliam Gary was held Monday July27,2020 at Orchard Park Memorial Gardens.

Guest Book

What a sweet lady, who always had a smile upon her face and you were not leaving her house without eating a meal. Mrs. Bertha loved her family and made family gatherings when her health allowed. When I last visited her she gave me pictures of her and her husband and children. I shall miss her but her memories will be with me forever. My Mom will meet you there at Heavens Gate(Mrs. Lucille Miller (Gibbs), daughter of Jessie Gilliam-Miller), Betty Gibbs-Cooper, Columbia, SC

- na

The Gideon Hill Community mourns the loss of Ms. Bertha, a life long resident. She was a incredibly nice lady to all of us, who grew up on " Gideon Hill". Renee Bain-Hunter, Charlotte, NC

- na

My sister and I are grateful to have known Mrs. Bertha. Growing up and playing with her daughter, "Lores" (Vivian), she treated us like her own children. We even had a "sleepover!" When we were in the kitchen, I was about to pour hot sweet tea over ice cubes. She said that the ice would pop. I never heard that before. I poured the tea and sure enough, the ice cubes popped and hit the floor. I felt so bad. She laughed at me. She was always so welcoming. When I walked the dog around the neighborhood, Mrs. Bertha, she would stand in her door. I would stop at the top of the hill. She and I would have a conversation. I will miss seeing her standing in the door and my stopping for our conversations. Again, my sister and I are grateful to have had Mrs. Bertha in our lives. Michelle Geter, Clinton, SC and Anita Geter, Chicago, IL

- na

Hugh Miller and family of Newberry SC. You have our deepest condolences

- na

My God continue blessing this beautiful family today and always

- na

The Detroit family sends love and peace to our family in Clinton SC

- na

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

- Child’s Funeral Home | Clinton, SC