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Ramona Williams Obituary

Ramona Haney Williams

Collierville, TN

Ramona Haney Williams, 58 of Collierville, passed away peacefully and entered eternal life with the Lord on March 6, 2016, after a courageous battle with cancer Ramona was born on October 15, 1957 in Memphis, Tennessee and was preceded in death by her father, William Day Haney. She is survived by her daughter Nicole (Steven) Price; her mother Carolyn Pillow and step-father Jim Pillow; one sister, Diane Haney; three brothers; Wallace (Lu) Haney, Kendall Haney, and Stacy Haney; two grandchildren, Harper Price and Kason Price; niece Alex Haney and two nephews, Brian Haney and Brandon Haney.

Ramona earned a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing from the University of Memphis and had a successful 28 year career at FedEx, where she was a Program Manager and later a Senior Technical Analyst. She loved sports, was an avid University of Memphis Tiger fan, and regularly attended Tiger football and basketball games. She enjoyed golf and spent time at national tournaments, where she reveled in the excitement of the game. Ramona played basketball and softball and ran track in high school and continued to play softball in her early adult years. In addition to sports, Ramona especially loved to spend time with her daughter and her beloved grandchildren Harper and Kason, who brought much joy and happiness to her life. She remained in contact with many of the friends that she grew up with in the neighborhood surrounding Charjean Baptist Church, where she was a member for several years.

During her illness, Ramona trusted in her Christian faith and set a true example of courage and dignity. She was a devoted mother, daughter and sister who held her family close and worried about them as she faced her challenges with cancer. Ramona was a loyal friend who always had a smile to share and a kind word to offer. The many relatives and friends who supported Ramona during her illness are a testament to the wonderful person she was and we are lucky to have been able to share this life with her. Heaven gained another angel and Ramona will be greatly missed by all those who knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends and relatives on Wednesday, March 9 from 10:30-12 p.m. with the service starting at noon at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Ave. The burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery followed by a reception back at the funeral home.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Mar. 8, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Ramona Williams

28 Entries

Kathy Bain

March 13, 2016

My oldest friend, my first playmate, an inspiration to me, my little brave, beautiful Ramona. You fought the good fight and now is your heavenly reward, I hope to be with you again soon. Always in my heart and forever in my memories along with your entire family.

Gina & Howard Rhodes

March 11, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Ramona will always be remembered for how she would simply walk into a room and lift the clouds! Never forget her beautiful smile! She had such a sweet spirit and cared about everyone. Our prayers will be for Nicole, her family, friends and all who knew Ramona. I am so thankful to have known her. Thankful she is healed and with our Lord!

Lee Trumble

March 10, 2016

I knew Ramona thru the FedEx sales conferences over the years - always enjoyed seeing her and her pretty smile. Ironically in our office is an old poster from Tech Sevices and she is in the midst of group. I pass by it frequently, today I moved it into my office. So very sorry..

Mary Harvey Gurley

March 10, 2016

Ramona was a such a sweet woman and great co-worker. She will be missed.

Weldon Williams

March 10, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Haney Family. Ramona was a sweet and beautiful girl I remember growing up. She comes from a wonderful family. Our condolences.
Weldon and Mary Williams

Carolyn Billings

March 9, 2016

Worked with Ramona for a short time at FedEx and she was always interested in how people were doing. Always smiling and laughing. She will be missed and prayers go out to her family.

Kathy Lannan

March 9, 2016

Ramona was a special person and I will never ever forget her and the fun we had working at McDonalds on Lamar so many years ago...stopping at Krystal's before going to work at McDonalds. My brother dated her for awhile and we have all been friends for so many years. Heaven has a brand new angel!

Melanie Willer

March 9, 2016

Ramona was such a beautiful person inside and out -- prayers to her sweet family and daughter, as I know she will be missed greatly; this is our loss but Heaven's gain. Rest in peace sweet friend...

Eddie Torres

March 9, 2016

My heart goes out to the Haney family and the loss of Ramona. I know it has been difficult times for her and I know God has brought one of his angels home. Ramona was my very first crush and girlfriend 48 years ago and at Airways. She was the sweetest soul and I remember her like it was yesterday. I am so sorry I could not make the funeral. God Bless the Haney family from the Torres family.

March 9, 2016

Ramona was a special person. Her smile always lit up a room...... She will be missed.
Dolores Steiger

March 9, 2016

Our prayers for God's comfort and healing are with Ramona's family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss. It was evident from the obituary and the pictures that Ramona was dearly loved by her family and friends. That's proof of a life well lived. Our thoughts will be with you today. Rick and Ginger (Harrison) Martin. Old friends from Charjean Baptist Church days

Connie Smith Robins

March 8, 2016

It's been a long time but I remember her when we played sports at Airways. She had such a bright beautiful smile. Prayers for her family and friends.

March 8, 2016

So sorry to hear this our prayers are with her family. Alvie & Judy Addison

Diann Sanderson

March 8, 2016

What a courage battle she fought and now she has won her peace. my sympathy to Nicole, her mom, brothers, sisters-in law, Sharon, all her friends and loved ones, of which there were so many because to now Ramona was to be her friend. She could light up a room with that smile. And always asked how you were doing, no matter what was going on with her. She loved her grandkids and know she will be forever watching over them.

March 8, 2016

We were blessed to have had such a wonderful person in our lives. My condolences to the immediate and extended families. I'll miss you girlfriend. Debora Waller

Estelle Howe

March 8, 2016

The family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember the Haney family as a big part of the Bethel Grove and Charjean area. So sorry for the loss of this beautiful lady who fought the monster of cancer. May she rest in eternal peace with the Lord.

Vickie Flake

March 8, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to Ramona's family and friends. I remember her as the bright, sweet, soft spoken girl who was loved by everyone. My prayers for her family and friends.

Denise Little

March 8, 2016

I remember her as the pretty Haney girl when the Haneys lived across the street from us on Cantor. Always so sweet. Prayers for the family. - Denise (Benton) Little

Nancy Laster

March 8, 2016

Rip Ramona, you will be soulfully missed ❤

Diane Sheeks

March 8, 2016

First and foremost prayers and thoughts for the family members. I remember all of the Haney family. A wonderful family. Although this is a sad occasion I am so happy to have known Ramona. Such a beautiful person and so full of energy. Rest in peace.

Eileen Forrest

March 8, 2016

A beautiful heart has stopped beating....A beautiful soul has ascended into Heaven. I will never forget Ramona's gentle and bright face. May God grant her eternal rest and may he grant her beautiful family solace and peace through your pain. Ramona you will forever be in our hearts.

Billy Miller

March 8, 2016

It saddens me to hear an old friend has moved on. Ramona had such a contiguous smile and always a friendly hello. I am glad I new her and know she will be dearly missed. My prayers are with you all.

Judy Hagan (Newsom)

March 8, 2016

I hadn't seen Ramona in a long time but I remember her when we were kids. She was always a sweet girl. I'm so sorry to hear of her passing but know she is in a better place free of pain and suffering. My prayers will be with her family.

Richard Cruit

March 8, 2016

Do not remember her but heard only good things.I was an Airways Jet and prayers go out to her family.

Keith House

March 8, 2016

This is how I remember Ramona Haney Williams. When we were kids at Airways Jr. High School she seemed to be shy and very quiet spoken in those days. I remember teachers asking her to speak up so the whole class could hear her when they had called on her to answer a question. I don't remember her having a temper or ever raising her voice in anger in my presence. As a matter of fact, she was the Pollyanna in our group. Yes, that's right. She would be the one that would make lemonade when we were given lemons. She always carried herself as a lady all the time I knew her. If any of our student body walked in His grace it would have been her. I don't mean that she was always a saint but if any of us were, it was her. I don't know much about her adult life, but knowing her and her family from those days, she would have had to have been a good soul.
She was a cheerleader at Airways and involved in all aspects of our school from clubs to academics. In our hearts she left an incredibly wonderful impression on all of us. The entire Haney family was an integral part of our neighborhood, both in life and in spiritual things they were always there for us. I personally could never thank them enough for all the things their entire family did for us. Ramona will be missed by us all. She was a very kind and sweet soul and I am glad that she passed my way and left a little bit of the sweetness that was her life was her gift to us all. She will be missed.
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Julie Young

March 8, 2016

Ramona was a sweet and beautiful person. She was like a second mom to my daughter, Aubrey, when we lived in Collierville during the years Aubrey and Nicole were in middle school. Nicole, you know we love you. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Adrienne Hadder

March 8, 2016

I am forever grateful that God put Ramona in my life--She was a true friend and I love her and will miss her. Praying that the God of Comfort is with all of you

Debhora Howton-Hobson

March 8, 2016

Ramona was a very sweet girl when we went to Airways together. She is no longer in pain and may her family take comfort in knowing this. I pray that God will comfort each one of you.

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