It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Management and Staff of North Area Funeral Home along with the Gailliard family regretfully announce the peaceful passing of William Maurice Gailliard of Charleston, SC departed this life on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

William will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him. His presence brought comfort and happiness to those around him, and his memory will continue to inspire all who knew him.

The most precious memories of William Maurice Gailliard will forever resonate in the lives of his mother, Vermelle Gailliard, siblings, Michael Gailliard (Elaine Rouse), Edward Johnson, Edrena Johnson, and Vermisa Cash (Vincent), nephew, Rodney Pinckney, favorite niece, Rielyn Pinckney, other relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life Service will take place on Sunday, July 12 ,2026, at 4:00PM, in the funeral home chapel. A viewing will take place on Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00PM-until hours of service. Please keep the Gailliard family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.  Arrangements entrusted to: NORTH AREA FUNERAL HOME, 4784 Gaynor Ave, N. Chas, SC. Tele 843 744-7511.   Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/charleston