William Hilliard Sr.  lovingly known as " Jaye", of Orangeburg, SC, husband of  the late Linda S. Hilliard, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 29, 2021, surrounded by family at Palmetto Richland Memorial Hospital in Columbia SC.

Memorial Services for Mr. Hilliard will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday June 5, 2021, at Good Shepherd Community Ministries, 1178 Five Chop Road Orangeburg, SC 29115, with Reverend Hayes T. Gainey, Pastor Presiding.   Masks will be required for persons attending the service.

Jaye was born on February 8th, 1954 in Orangeburg SC to the late Hollis and Eliza (Gadson) Hilliard. He  was educated in the Orangeburg County public schools  and was a 1972 graduate of Elloree High School.  After graduation he farmed and then furthered  his education and became a general contractor.  Jaye was a wonderful builder,  business owner and was very skilled with his hands.

He was a member of New Mount Zion Baptist Church for many years and was a dedicated God fearing man. He was always willing to go the extra mile and  help others. He touched countless lives.  He leaves to cherish his memory four children : William Hilliard, Jr. of Orangeburg, SC, Leah Stroman of Columbia, SC, LeKehia (Leroy Jr.) Hammond of Graniteville, SC, LaChauncey Hilliard of Columbia, SC; three brothers: Otis Charles Hilliard of Orangeburg, SC, Lewis (Cherry) Hilliard of Orangeburg, SC, Joe (Edith) Hilliard of Santee, SC; three sisters: Lula Jones of Washington, DC, Juanita (George) Scott of Orangeburg, SC, Jackie Johnson of Charlotte, NC; six grandchildren: Daikari Hilliard, Trinidy Hammond, Lindsey Stroman Felder, Qualil Hilliard, Christain Hammond and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

Due to COVID-19, there will be no visitation at the residence, however, friends may call his daughter Lekehia "Kehia" Hammond at 803-383-4449.  Online condolences can be sent to the family via info@w illiamsfuneralhomeofelloree.com. Friends may also call the funeral home.