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Fr GREG Smith
June 2, 2021
I think of my good friend “Teena” often. When I was a seminarian assigned to St. Edmund’s Church, she became a great supporter of me, and was instrumental in my formation as a future priest. Our friendship began to grow, along with that of her beloved husband, as the three of us would meet each Tuesday afternoon for Bible study and always a delicious lunch in her beautiful home. After my ordination and move to a parish in New York State her beloved Albert died and she sent for me to come and assist at his funeral Mass. even as my pastoral assignments move from place to place all over the nation, Teen would always come and visit me bringing with her a treasure trove of New Orlean gastronomic delicacies! Once she herself was ordain, our relationship only strengthened as she became a trusted and beloved colleague in ministry. She is sorely missed! But, I am sure she surrounds the throne of God praising Him day and night! May God always keep her in His bosom where she rests in peace and in the eternal light of the Lamb!
Katherine Prudeaux
July 8, 2013
Thank You! for being you.
Sybil Bordenave
June 22, 2011
Aunt Teena was an inspiration and a light to so many, especially me, I will cherish the short window of time that I was able to spend with her. With love
Geraldine Pratt
June 11, 2011
Our sincerest condolences to the Williams family. May your many fond memories give your comfort and peace.
Susan Gillespie
June 11, 2011
Our sympathy to her family. We will miss our Companion Teena and her smile and strength, and the beauty that was Teena, inside and out. Susan Gillespie, Society of the Companions of the Holy Cross
June 10, 2011
Teena and I met in the fourth grade at Valena C. Jones Elementary School in New Orleans and were classmates through high school and college. We kept in contact through the years. She was always an inspiring, dedicated, brilliant and caring role model. She was a true friend.
My sincerest condolences to Norman and Teena's entire family.
Adrienne C. Tervalon
New Orleans, LA.
Bethelyn Strode
June 10, 2011
I was saddened to learn of Teena's death. She was one of my mother's best friends and will be long remembered for her generosity,strength and grace.
Father God who dwells on high, Grant perfect rest to the soul of Teena who has gone to her eternal rest in the Garden of Eden. Master of Mercy care for her under the protection of Your wings for all time. And bind her soul in the bond of everlasting life. You are her inheritance and she will rest in peace. Amen.
June 9, 2011
To son Norman and the Williams family, my sincerest condolence on the life transition of one of the last original Bronzeville's business women. She lived life to the fullest and was a fine example to younger women in the community. Respectfully, Fancie L. Windham & Family, Chicago Hat Designer. Park Manor area.
Rita Rose Thompson
June 9, 2011
My condolences goes out to my cousin Norman and the Family, May God continue to watch over you.
Charles Chauncey Wells
June 9, 2011
"Teena" was one of our most faithful members of the board of Bishops Associates for about 25 years. Even on those days when she did not feel well, she still attended and had her driver wait for her. She was one of those wonderful shining faces of God among us that made us all better Christians and better people.
Charles Chauncey Wells, former president, Bishops Associates, Episcopal Diocese of Chicago
Marjorie Spicer
June 9, 2011
I had the honor of joining "The LaRuth Club" formed by Rev. Williams over 30 years ago to help women adjust when they became widows. This group of women met once a month to discuss subjects of interest, and fellowship with one another with refreshments furnished by her.She was a beautiful person inward as well as outward. We will love and miss her always.
Marjorie Spicer
The LaRuth Club
LADIES ALONE REACHING UNITED TO HELP
Fr. Gregory Smith
June 9, 2011
As a priest but mostly as a friend I shall miss you sorely. I am comforted by the knowledge of your great faith and look forward to the time when we shall all be together again. God rest your soul.
June 8, 2011
we will miss you. thanks for the great example of priesthood and grace that you provided all of us. may you rest in peace and rise in glory with all the saints!
the reverend canon sandye wilson
GEORGE& HELEN BORDENAVE
June 8, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Athalia Piernas
June 8, 2011
My prayers are with you Norman & Linda. I know how devoted you were to your Mom and that she will be sorely missed by you and many others. Our family is getting smaller with the older folks leaving. Guess the party will be on when she joins the rest of the gang. Love Athalia
June 8, 2011
Teena was a role model for so many of us. her legacy will light the way for many who did not have the pleasure of knowing her. we will miss her.
audrey peeples
Leslie Cole-Morgan
June 8, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
John Sattelmaier
June 8, 2011
My condolence to the family and friends fo The Rev " Teena " Williams. I remember meeting you when you were ordained , also at many Charitable events. We were both good friends of The Ren George Monroe. May your soul and all the souls of the departed rest in peace. John Sattelmaier ( Lay Chaplain)
June 8, 2011
To Mr. Norman Williams and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Rev. Williams was a beautiful soul and a great inspiration. She will be deeply missed.
God Bless,
Doreen Payne-Mays & Family
JEAN CARTON
June 8, 2011
tINA WAS A SPECIAL "REACH OUT" FRIEND TO EVERYONE. wE SHALL BE VERY MUCH MISSED BY THOSE WHO WERE LUCKY ENOUGH TO BE FRIENDS
Ann Collins
June 8, 2011
Teena has been such a wonderful friend to me. Her dedication to her beliefs and commitments set an example for me that caused me to grow in untold ways. Her elegance, intelligence, purposeful life and positive manner will always remain with me.
Thank you, Teena,
Ann
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