Lynda Kay Gilliam

Lynda was born on November 11, 1939 in Fort Worth, Texas. She was the daughter of Melvin and Frances Gross.

Lynda graduated from the University of Texas in Austin.

Lynda exchanged wedding vows with Burl Gilliam. They were happily married for 55 years.

Lynda worked hard to be a good mother to her children and she did her best to fulfill their needs. Lynda was blessed with one son, Lance and one daughter, Laura. Another blessing for Lynda was the gift of one granddaughter, Sierra.

Lynda was a registered pharmacist in Texas and Colorado for 54 years. She and her husband, Burl, owned several retail buildings in downtown Grapevine. After moving back to Texas, she became co-owner of City Drug and a relief pharmacist for several other pharmacies in the DFW area.

Lynda had a great passion for the arts. She loved opera, ballet, and the symphony. But her greatest love was rock-n-roll music. Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac lost their biggest fan on December 3, 2016!! After getting married, Kay's adventurous and competitive spirit led to a life of softball, downhill and cross country skiing and hiking in the Rocky Mountains while living for several years in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Lynda was a member of the Bay View Club, Texas Pharmaceutical Association, and the American Astronomy Association. Growing up in Fort Worth, Kay became involved in the Junior Astronomy Association. She became president of the National Astronomy Association as just a high schooler, and that sparked her love to see solar eclipses of the sun all over the world.

Lynda’s faith was important to her. She was passionate about spreading the word of Jesus. Her number one mission was making sure her only granddaughter knew the Lord. Mission accomplished.

Lynda enjoyed traveling and time away on vacations. It was a chance for her to renew and relax, to visit new places and experience new things. She traveled the world, including Iceland, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, England, Belgium, Switzerland, France, Italy, Mexico, Egypt, Cuba, Belize, Guatemala, China, India, New Zealand, Australia, Bali, Hawaii, Israel, and Alaska.

Lynda answered the Master's call Keller, Texas on December 3, 2016. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Burl Gilliam; son, Lance Gilliam of Plano; daughter, Laura Self of Grapevine; granddaughter, Sierra Gronwaldt and husband, Kevin, of North Richland Hills; nephews, Gary Gilliam and wife, Gwen, Rusty Gilliam and wife, Deborah, Ford LaCrosse, and Joel Gilliam; nieces, Lola Lacrosse and husband, Jerry Tutt, Amy Ferguson and husband, Billy; cousins, Babe Jett, John Jett and Gayla Shannon and husband, Mike.

Services were held at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home Memorial Chapel in Colleyville, Texas. Lynda was laid to rest in Bluebonnet Hills Memorial Park in Colleyville, Texas.

Lynda was an individual who will be remembered by her family and friends as being a caring and giving person, someone who was a vital part of their lives. Lynda leaves behind her a legacy of life-long friendships and many cherished memories. Kay will always be remembered by her radiant blue eyes, bright smile, spunky spirit, and continuous kindness that will live on in many hearts forever.

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Lynda Kay Gilliam, 77, answered the Master's call on Saturday, December 3, 2016. Service: 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home with Brother Charles Payne and nephew, Rev. Rusty Gilliam, officiating. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Bluebonnet Hills Funeral Home. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the "Activities Department" at Keller Oaks Healthcare Center, 8703 Davis Blvd., Keller, Texas, 76248. She was born on November 11, 1939, to Melvin and Frances Gross. She was preceded in death by her father and mother and her sister, Anne LaCrosse. Lynda graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and was a registered pharmacist in Texas and Colorado for 54 years. She and her husband, Burl, owned several retail buildings in downtown Grapevine. She was a member of the Bay View Club, Texas Pharmaceutical Association, and the American Astronomy Association. She traveled the world, including Iceland, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, England, Belgium, Switzerland, France, Italy, Mexico, Egypt, Cuba, Belize, Guatemala, China, India, New Zealand, Australia, Bali, Hawaii, Israel, and Alaska. She had a great passion for the arts. She loved opera, ballet, and the symphony. But her greatest love was rock-n-roll music. Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac lost their biggest fan today! She was passionate about spreading the word of Jesus. Her number one mission was making sure her only granddaughter knew the Lord. Mission accomplished. Growing up in Fort Worth, Kay became involved in the Junior Astronomy Association. She became president of the National Astronomy Association as just a high schooler, and that sparked her love to see solar eclipses of the sun all over the world. After getting married, Kay's adventurous and competitive spirit led to a life of softball, downhill and cross country skiing and hiking in the Rocky Mountains while living for several years in Steamboat Springs, Colo. After moving back to Texas, she became co-owner of City Drug and a relief pharmacist for several other pharmacies in the DFW area. Kay loved being involved in both her children's lives and especially loved helping raise her only grandchild. She was Sierra's biggest fan in whatever she chose to pursue and especially loved listening to her original music. Kay will always be remembered by her radiant blue eyes, bright smile, spunky spirit, and continuous kindness that will live on in many hearts forever. Survivors: Husband of 55 years, Burl Gilliam; son, Lance Gilliam of Plano; daughter, Laura Self of Grapevine; granddaughter, Sierra Gronwaldt and husband, Kevin, of North Richland Hills; nephews, Gary Gilliam and wife, Gwen, Rusty Gilliam and wife, Deborah, Ford LaCrosse, and Joel Gilliam; nieces, Lola Lacrosse and husband, Jerry Tutt, Amy Ferguson and husband, Billy; cousins, Babe Jett, John Jett and Gayla Shannon and husband, Mike.