Joel Thomas Gillam 56 January 24, 1956 April 17, 2012. Joel lost his battle with cancer and has gone to a higher place. He leaves behind his sons, Joseph and Joshua; brothers, Michael, Patrick and Samuel; and sister Molly. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A Celebration of his life will be held on Monday, April 23 at 12:00 p.m. at Kern Park Christian Church at 6828 SE Holgate Blvd., Portland, Oregon.