William

Milam

William Henry Milam, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, at the age of 81.

Born on March 17, 1943, in Thomasville, Georgia, William was a lifelong resident of the area, though he spent many cherished summers in Panacea, FL. He was a proud graduate of Thomas County Central High School, Class of 1963, where he was a member of the first Yellow Jackets football team. After high school, William served in the Army Air Defense, stationed in Chioggia, Italy.

Following his military service, William dedicated over 30 years to Georgia Crate and Basket. He later retired from Langdale Forest Products. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, cooking, and watching football. His favorite things were spending time with his family, sharing his love of the outdoors, and teaching his grandkids how to do the important things, like shuck an oyster and make the perfect pancake. His breakfasts at IHOP with close friends and loved ones were a cherished tradition.

William was a long time member of Gatlin Creek Baptist Church. Serving was his love language to the church and His Lord. William was a servant asking for no title or acknowledgement for the work he did. His light shone bright behind the scenes, whether making sure the church grounds looked good, changing a light bulb, serving at a Fall Festival, or lending a hand helping another in his beloved Sunday School class.

William is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Jenny Milam; sisters, Evelyn Homan and Ruby Metcalf, his children, Jason Milam (Susan), Mike Milam (Lindsay), Lisa Hampton (Gary), and Elizabeth Lutz (Jim); his grandchildren, Kirk Hampton (Chloe), Lacey Ryan (Chris), Alexis Shaddix (Logan), Jacob Milam (Victoria), Joshua Milam (fiancé Katie), Logan Milam (fiancé Hillman), Reed Milam, and Will Milam; and his great-grandchildren, Owen and Jackson Milam. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Juanita Milam; his brother, Thomas Milam; his brother-in-law, George Edgar Metcalf, Gerald Metcalf, and Virgil Homan; and his late wife, Lacy Milam.

Visitation hours are Wednesday, November 20th, from 5pm to 7pm at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home.

A funeral service will be held at Whiddon Shiver Funeral Home on Thursday, November 21st at 11am. Following the service, William will be laid to rest at Sunset Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Gatlin Creek Baptist Church.