Sandra Kathleen Gillliam, 71, of South Charleston, died on Sunday, August 12, 2018 at her home where she resided with her life partner of 15 years, John Myers. She was preceded in death by her husband, James M. Gilliam, and sisters, Sharon McCloud Williams and Shirley Johnson and brother, David McCloud.
She was owner and operator of Sandy’s Tavern, Alum Creek, WV, from 1990 to 2007.
She is survived by her son, James E. (Vanessa) Gilliam, sisters, Susan (Terry) Whitlock and Sherry (Rod) Johnson-Williams, brothers, James (Patty) McCloud II, Ronald (Lois) McCloud, Robert McCloud, Earl Johnson, Daniel (Kay) Johnson, Joseph Johnson and Douglas (Juanita) Johnson. Also survived by grandchildren, Joshua Cruz Gilliam, Amber Nicole Gilliam, and Spencer Anderson Gilliam, great-grandchild, Jade Lin Temple, and numerous nephews and nieces.
It was her wish that her body be donated to the WVU Gift Registry. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hubbard Hospice House, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., Charleston, WV 25387.
Per Sandra’s request there will be no service.
Sue and family, we are so sorry for you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.