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Deborah Williams Obituary

Deborah M. Williams PORTSMOUTH - Deborah M. Williams, 57, of the 2900 block of Peach St., died Aug. 11, 2010 in her residence. She worked as a supervisor for Maryview Hospital for 38 years. She was a member of New First Baptist Church Taylorsville, Portsmouth. Survivors include her daughter, Devona Williams Kent; mother, Clara Williams; two sisters; one brother; two grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Robert Williams. A funeral will be at noon Tuesday in New First Baptist Church Taylorsville with burial in Lincoln Cemetery, Portsmouth. Viewing will begin Monday from 1 to 7 p.m. The body will be in the church Tuesday at 11 a.m. Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., is in charge. www.fisherfuneral.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Aug. 15, 2010.

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Gladys Hayes Barmer

August 18, 2010

To the Williams Family, I would like to take this moment to say how sorry I am for the lost of your love one. Know that God has a plan for all of our lives. Deborah, was loved by many and will never be forgotten. I was a friend of her when we were 10 and 11 years old. She was a beautiful person then. I am just finding out about her, the last time we talked was at Relay for Life. God has a purpose for everything, and we might not understand but know He is to wise to error. Mrs. Clara, Dee, and family, I am praying for you all strength. Much Love To You.

August 18, 2010

To the family of Debra Williams, Debra will truely be missed. She had a smile that was radiant and a personality that was genuine. Debra will be remembered as a wonderful gaint that mastered much. May God bless the family and strength be given unto you. Cheryl Smith (Portsmouth, VA)

Patrice Darden

August 18, 2010

My prayers to the family of such a beautiful person. She was always in good spirits and well dressed. From her appearance one would have never known her pain. Ms. Deborah you will truly be missed.

Gwen Cooper

August 17, 2010

The lost of a love one is never easy,but no that you are not alone in your sorrow. May you find peace in sweet memories and strength from God in the days to come.

Charles and Earlena Garrett Vaughn

Earlena Vaughn

August 17, 2010

God prepared you for a better place and that is with Him. He has taken all your pain away and I know you are rejoicing in heaven with Him. You will be missed.

Cousin Earlena

Gayle Reed

August 17, 2010

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Deborah Walker

August 16, 2010

Our prayers go out to the Williams family.
God Bless you all.

Deborah & Lovelace Walker & daughter Cyndi Casper

latoya norfleet

August 16, 2010

My prayers are with the family.

August 16, 2010

I grew up with Debra A very beautiful person and yes she was sharpe from head to toe always .Debra we love you .U r now in peace God bless The Williams family .May u b comforted at this time. Marchell Booker

August 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I worked with Deborah at PGH and Maryview. She was always well dressed from head to toe and always classy. May God continue to bless you all. Christie Holmes RN

Joe Ann Tillar

August 15, 2010

My prayers are with the Williams family. I worked with Deborah,for many years at PGH and she was a very loving person. She took great care of her daughter and Mom. God Bless you all.

ARLICIA PIERCE-POPE-ELLIS

August 15, 2010

My THOUGHTS, PRAYERS, AN DEEPEST DYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE WILLIAMS FAMILY @ THE TIME OF YOUR LOST! I KNEW DEBORAH FOR 30 YEARS SHE AND MY MOM (LUCILLE POPE) WERE GOOD FRIENDS SINE I WAS A LITTLE GIRL! SHE WAS ALWAYS CLASSY AND WELL DRESSED! I ESPECIALLY REMEMBER WHEN SHE USED TO DRESS DEVONA IN HITE EVERY EASTER SHE KEPT HER VERY CLASSY AS WELL! TAKE CRE AND KEEP IN TOUCH AND REMEMBER WE'RE JUST A PHONE CALL AWAY (535-9241)!

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