John Gillam funeral arrangements

The funeral arrangements for the much respected former player and administrator have been announced.

The funeral arrangements for John Gillam have been announced

Tuesday, 12 May 2026

Details of the funeral arrangements for the much respected former player and brass band administrator John Gillam have been announced.

It will take place at Rawdon Crematorium, Leeds Road, Rawdon, Leeds (LS19 6JP) off the main entrance off the A65 at LS18 5EW on Tuesday 2nd June at 1.00pm.

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A livestream link will be shared nearer the occasion for those unable to attend in person, and the recording will remain available for 28 days afterwards.

Rather than flowers, or for those unable to attend in person, John's family has created two charitable donation pages in his memory:

St Richard's Hospice: www.justgiving.com/page/george-gillam-1
Bandstand Memorial: www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/george-gillam

The thoughts and wishes of the brass band community remain in place for his wife Iglika, son George and daughter Florence.

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