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Earline Williams Obituary
She was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School (1966) and attended Norfolk State University. Dedicated to her work, she had 30 years of Civil Service with the Department of Homeland Security (FEMA).
Earline was preceded in death by her father, Earl Cypress.
She leaves to cherish fond memories her beloved mother, Emma Cypress; sister, Barbara Cypress; brother, Eugene Cypress; a loving son, Clarence Williams Jr. and wife, Martina; grandson, Xavior Williams; twin grandsons, Cacey and Cortney; and granddaughter, Tania. She is also survived by her three aunts, Laura Williams, Clarice Mings, Queen Martin, all of Newport News, Va.; two uncles, Burrell Robinson of Surry, Va., James Mings of Newport News; a niece, two nephews, as well as a host of relatives.
Family will receive friends from 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 26, 2009, until the homegoing celebration at 11 a.m., at First Baptist East End, 3000 Jefferson Ave., Newport News.
Arrangements entrusted to Poole's Funeral Home, Smithfield, Va. (757)357-4742. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Earline Williams
October 30, 2009
October 29, 2009
Emma, Barbara, Eugene and Family I am deeply hurt and I feel your sorrow. Just Trust in God to strengthen you.
Carolyn Walker & Family Newport News, Virginia
Uncle Burrell & family Robinson
October 27, 2009
To Chuck and family, Our hearts are heavy with sorry and grief, because we too will miss our dear Earline, niece-cousin and friend. But remember this : somewhere there is a life eternal, Somewhere there is a home above, There is no night without dawning, Beyond this death is God and love.
October 27, 2009
Clarence and Martina,
Words cannot express what I know you feel in your loss. Remember, God gave us a family for a reason. I am always here for you. May God sustain you during your period of grief and help you remember the "Good Times".
Aunt Paulette, Largo Maryland
October 26, 2009
I want to express my condolences to Mrs. Williams family. I am deeply saddened by by your lost. I was a nurse that cared for her in her hospital stay. The last couple of months must have been hard, but remember that now she does not have to suffer anymore. She is in a better place. Be strong and remember all the good times that you shared and let those memories live on. My prayers are with you. God Bless.
Thelma Singleton Cartwright
October 26, 2009
Barbara and family, I am so sorry to hear about Earline. My deepest sympathy to all the family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. Earline and I grew up together and graduated from GWC class of 1966. Even though our paths had been separated over the years she will always be remembered. God bless you all.
Evelyn Cunningham
October 26, 2009
Chuck and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time and prior to her passing. I really didn't know Earline that well other than email trail, however, I have heard from others that she was a wonderful lady!!! A great person to work with. Though it sad for everyone that she will be missed, however, she will always be in your heart and mind. You will have the wonderful memories that you have of her.
May God Bless you all!
ShaMona Avery
October 26, 2009
I would like to express my condolences to the family. Ms. Earline Williams was a quiet, humble, intelligent woman that I will NEVER forget...Working with her at FEMA taught me SOOO much and it will live within me forever. So sorry for your loss...God Bless
Angie
October 26, 2009
Chuck,
Always remember your mom’s smile and the joy she brought into the lives of you and your family may her smile forever remain in your hearts. My deepest and most heart felt sympothies are with you and your family during this difficult time.
October 25, 2009
Barbara,
I am shocked and saddened by the news of your sister. Eventhough I did not know her well, she always seemed like such a nice and caring person. I am sure that she will be missed! My prayers to you and your family.
GOD BLESS,
Eddie (Russell)
G. Drury
October 25, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Earline. I worked with her at FEMA for several years and kept hopeful during these last few months that she would recover from her devastating illness. She was far too young and seemed so strong and resilient to be gone this soon. She was such a resource to those of us who were her co-workers---extremely knowledgeable and willing to share her experience. Her quiet dignity and respect for all will long be remembered.
Laura Williams
October 25, 2009
Chuck,
I hope that at a time like this you hear God speak to you to help ease your pain. For it is He who can calm the sea and still the wind. You will never be alone as long as you lean on Him.
Your “Aunt” Laura
Sheryl Wharton
October 25, 2009
Chuck,
I find myself remembering the good times that my mom and I had during our many travels with your mom and those memories cause such yearning now but I hope in time they will bring me comfort and I hope your memories do the same for you.
Your Cousin Sheryl
ALICE RAWLINGS
October 25, 2009
TO CHUCK AND FAMILY
I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOST OF YOUR MOM. WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS. SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. BUT DO KNOW THAT SHE IS AT PEACE NOW. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME LOOK TO GOD AND HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH THIS.
Jo Ann Sellman
October 24, 2009
The Williams Family: Earline was a special friend and co-worker. I worked with her at FEMA for about 15 years. I will always remember her beautiful smile and words of encouragement that she would give.
May God continue to bless and comfort you in your loss of a special love one.
October 24, 2009
Laura And Burrell, We Were Sorry To Hear Of The Passing Of Your Love One. Continue To Look To The Hills From Whence Cometh Your Strength And We Know That All Of Our Help Cometh From The Lord. Rev. Gerston And Phyllis James SR. Newport News, Va.
October 23, 2009
Chuck,
There are no words to express my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear mother. It is my prayer that God will lift the burden of your heavy heart as each day passes and give you the strength to make it through this difficult time.
May she continue to live in your heart forever.
Love,
Jamila (Beedie)
Billy Green
October 23, 2009
She is truly a Angle that the Lord has called too come home for she will be missed by all,but never forgotten because of her sweet spirit.
Jean Buie
October 23, 2009
Laura and the Williams mily, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mildred Ricketts
October 23, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandra Smartlundy
October 23, 2009
Laura
God was walking along the way in His garden, and He saw Earline. And He said what a beautiful flower she is...So he pick her to come and live in his garden were she will no longer have to suffer from any pain or sickness. And one day maybe He will pick us to.
Class of 66
October 22, 2009
To Laura and other family members:
We, the members of the 1966 class of George Washington Carver High School in Newport News, Virginia share your loss because Earline was a member of our family too. Her quiet smile and ladylike manner were attributes that we will always remember. If you need us, call us.
Nisha
October 22, 2009
Chuck my prayers are with you, Earline was like an aunt to me and Tyrone. She will truly be missed.
Sandy Quick
October 22, 2009
My deepest wishes of comfort to Earline's family. I worked with Earline at FEMA for 7 years. She was a true mentor to me, and as I have moved on in my career I have never forgotten what she taught me about integrity, professionalism, and treating all people with respect. Her quiet and comforting way helped me in difficult times. We have lost a dear colleague and a dear friend.
October 22, 2009
October 22, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Family of my dear colleague and friend "Earline Williams". We worked together on and spoke with each other on just about a daily basis with our joint assignments between Employee Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity matters, since 1996. My heart is heavy and I have sincerely missed your presence since you became ill back in April 2009 timeframe. You were a special lady with a special personality and a heart of gold. You are now safely resting in the Lord, and I know that to be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord! We will meet again one day, and I believe the Lord is saying, Well Done thy good and faithful servant. Love you always my sister.
Charmaine Jiles (Elder)
New Covenant
Delores Major
October 22, 2009
To Clarence, Jr. (Chuckie): I will always remember your mother’s warm and gentle demeanor. She was one of the finest people I had ever come to know. Earline was a wonderful role model to all who knew her and we will miss her immensely.
This is and still remains a very difficult time for the Williams family and we all share in the sorrow and lost of Earline. Be proud that you are a product of such a wonderful person as your mother. She truly magnifies the cliché “to know her-is to love her”. I pray for your strength, through these troubled times.
To Emma, Barbara and Eugene, and other members of the family, I pray for your strength through this very difficult time.
Delores Williams Major
Tashi Brown
October 22, 2009
When I first starting working for Earline in 2007, I immediately became fond of her. Earline had a warm and naturing spirit, which left me feeling that she not only cared for me as her employee but overall as a person.
I looked up to Earline not only as a leader at work but as a passionate, intelligent woman who I can aspire to become one day.
As a fellow NSU Alumni, we connected on many levels and often shared moments that I will always remember and continue to appreciate.
To Earline's family, may you continue to celebrate her life and the many contributions she provided to everyone she touched.
Teresa Gauger
October 22, 2009
To the Family: Earline was one of the finest employees I ever supervised and promoted. She was devoted to her family and we shared many stories about our grandchildren. She was also so well respected for the work she did throughout FEMA and has left a "hole" that will be very difficult to fill. I know that our "Lord" has taken a jewel from us and has his arms wrapped tight around her. There just aren't enough words to express what a wonderful person Earline was in our world and now in our heavenly world. My deepest sympathy to the entire family, Teresa Gauger, Former FEMA Deputy HR Director
Arthur Lerner
October 22, 2009
Earline's other family at FEMA misses her tremendously and we will never forget her grace, generousity, good humor and - most of all - her intense sense of personal integrity. She was selfless and never promoted herself but would stand up to the highest levels to right a wrong. It was a privlege being her colleague for nine years and her immediate supervisor for two years.
Nina Earl
October 22, 2009
Eugene,
I didn't know your sister, but I pray that LORD will give you strength in your time of sorrow.
"When my heart is overwhelmed; lead me to the rock that is higher than I"
Psalm 61:2
October 22, 2009
I worked with Earline for a number of years and found her to be one of the most knowledgable, trustworthy and steady members of our team.
You would rarely see her other than calm, smiling and soft-spoken, but she had a subtle sense of humor. She was the one we depended on for advice in our various assignments and I saw no one more dedicated to their duties.
She will truly be missed.
God bless her, her family and friends.
JULIA DIGGS
October 21, 2009
I DIDNT KNOW EARLINE BUT I KNOW THE FAMILY EUGENE, HER BROTHER HAS BEEN DOING MY HAIR FOR 23YEARS. I PRAY THAT YOU RECEIVE PEACE AND UNDERSTANDING DURING THIS TIME OF MOURNING. REMEMBER TO BE ABSENT ROM THE BODY IS BEING PRESENT WITH THE LORD. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU.
James Mason
October 21, 2009
TO THE FAMILY REMEMBER THAT TO STAY STRONG IN THE LORD AND THAT WEEPING ONLY LAST FOR A WHILE BUT THAT JOY WILL COME .AND THAT YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL NOT PUT ON YOU NO MORE THAN YOU CAN BEAR.
GOD BLESS
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