Carmalita Gilliam passed away on Saturday July 28, 2012 after a lengthy battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was 61 years old. Carmalita was a graduate of Beaumont high school. She received a teaching degree from Harris-Stowe College and a Master’s degree from Lindenwood University. Carmalita retired from the St. Louis Public School district in 2003.
Carmalita is survived by her daughter, Angelique Gilliam; a sister, Flossie Cunningham of Pine Bluff, Ark; two brothers, William Gilliam and Bruce Gilliam, both of St. Louis, Mo; special nieces, Traundes Gilliam and Niako Hamlin Chandler; brother-in-law, Terry Hamlin and a host of family and friends.
Remains will be cremated by St. Louis Cremation. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the National M.S. Society.