This Book of Memories memorial website is designed to be a permanent tribute paying tribute to the life and memory of Dalton Gilliland. It allows family and friends a place to re-visit, interact with each other, share and enhance this tribute for future generations. We are both pleased and proud to provide the Book of Memories to the families of our community.

Thank you.

Cancel
Select Candle

Obituary for Dalton J. "Jim" Gilliland

Dalton J.  "Jim"  Gilliland
Dalton J. "Jim" Gilliland, age 93, beloved husband for over 66 years to Mary Jean, nee Hanna. Loving father of Lynn Gilliland (Dennis Morkunas) and Lee (Carlos) Blanco. Cherished grandfather of Sarah (Gina), Matthew, Jessica, Rachael, Christopher (Jill) and Noah. Dearest great-grandfather of Sydney and Rylan. Dear brother of Muriel Maxwell. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Retired employee of the CTA with over 34 years of service. Long-time and oldest member of Christ Community Church in Lemont, IL.

Visitation Sunday, January 14, 2018, 3-8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Visitation continues Monday, January 15, 2018 at Christ Community Church, 13400 Bell Road, Lemont, IL 60439 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Burial private at Chapel Hill Gardens South, Oak Lawn, IL.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Christ Community Church are appreciated. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400
Order Flowers
Recently Shared Condolences
Recently Shared Stories
Recently Shared Photos