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Carolyn Williams Obituary
She was born on May 18, 1913 to Maggie and Dewitt Murray. She was the youngest of four children being raised while in Port Gibson, Mississippi. She attended Clairborne County High School, later graduating from Jackson College. Her major was teaching music, which led to being a love of her life. In June of 1934 she married Joe Williams. They were married for 59 years. Although she had no children of her own, Carolyn was a spiritual mother, godparent, sister, confidant, and friend to many. She moved to Akron, Ohio in 1936 with her husband. She was a faithful Sunday school teacher for almost 50 years. Some of her activities included missionary, choir, an active member of the service league and active pianist.
She was preceded in death by father, Dewitt; mother, Maggie; brother, Dewitt Jr. and Weaver; sister, Vivian Ophelia; husband, Joe Williams; sisters-in-law, Dessie (Robert) Morris and Eva Lee; and brother-in-law, Thomas Williams (TJ). Carolyn is survived by nephew, Thomas (LaToya) Williams; niece, Gladys Carter; cousin, Marguerite (Mack) Parker; godchildren, Stephen (Judy) Powell; caregiver, Carolynda Dortch; and a host of other relatives and friends. A special thank you to Lorene Pitts and Vivian Burgan.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at First Apostolic Faith Church, 790 Easter Avenue, Pastor Samuel L. Hampton II officiating and Elder Laurence Nevels eulogizing. Interment at Mount Peace Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 904 Shoshone Ave.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn Williams
Kelly N. Davidson
June 22, 2010
To the family of Sis. Carolyn "Tutta" Williams: my prayers are with you during this difficult hour. She was one classy and definitely sassy lady! RIP Sis. Tutta! I look forward to seeing you again "on the other side".
Marilyn Brown
June 21, 2010
See you in the next life God willing.
Caroline & John Maximovich
June 19, 2010
"He giveth rest to His beloved" The fact of her passing, marks the end of an era. Sorely, she will be missed, by all who knew her ........Go with God
Earmistine Porter-Vinson
June 19, 2010
I have a remembrance of Sister Tutta, Tutta - as my Grandma Erma Vinson would refer to her, from as far back as I recall anyone or anything and these warm memories I will carry throughout my journey. I loved her and she loved all of her FAFC Sunday School Children. My condolences to the family.
Traci Person (Vaughn)
June 18, 2010
My prayers and condolences go out to the family.
Yolanda kelker-Gibbons
June 18, 2010
I will miss Aunt Tutta, she has put me in my place plenty of times, and we still need that today for our young children..I will be praying for the family......Love you Auntie RIP
Loretta Wyatt-Zolliecoffer
June 17, 2010
My heart was saddened to hear of Aunt Tutta's passing. I have many fond memories of her and Uncle Joe and especially loved to hear her sing and play the piano. Whenever I'd sing a few bars, she'd begin playing, following me by ear.
Forever in our hearts.
June 17, 2010
I will be praying for the family.
Sharon Nevels-Jones
Bobbie Wray
June 17, 2010
God Bless and I am praying for the family.
Angela Oliney
June 17, 2010
God Bless the family of Sister Tutta Williams.
Emmanuel Wyatt
June 17, 2010
To all those whose lives Aunt Tutta touched I offer my sincere condolences. She will be truly missed what a wonderful woman she was and she will be remembered by us all
Samuel Hampton II
June 17, 2010
Thankful for the life and legacy of Sis. Carolyn M. "Tutta" Williams. She was a blessing to so many individuals and to the congregation at First Apostolic Faith Church. I am praying for the family and friends of Sis. "Tutta".
Carolyn Suddieth
June 17, 2010
Sis. Tutta gone from our lives. She and my sister Jackie left here almost together. Sis. Tutta knew my great grandmother Emma Byers and told me how beautiful her voice was - soprano. My grandmother Sarah Ayres' mom. Sis. Tutta was a historian and could tell you everything about First Apostolic Faith Church. When I lost my son, she called me early in the morning on the day of his memorial service, that my great grandmother knew this kind of pain and that Jesus would take care of me. She told me that all of Heaven shouts when I sing and that she "knew Sis. Ayres, Jackie and Jean were rejoicing, too." What encouragement! Full of wisdom, love, compassion and faith; and, she is rejoicing in the ONE whom she worked so diligently for all her life right now! Thank You, Sis. Tutta for showing the way and living the life!
June 17, 2010
I am very sorry to hear of "Tutta's" death. She was a unique woman. I will always remember her. Draw close to God in prayer and He will sustain you all in your time of sorrow. Psalm 55:22. Yvette (Bay-Bay) Oliver Akron,OH.)
Stewart & Calhoun Funeral Home
June 17, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Gregory Brown
June 16, 2010
A truly remarkable woman who had a positive impact on many lives with her wisdom, passion and compassion. A role model who will be missed.
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