Mary Grace Williams

With great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved friend and family member Mary Grace Williams after a brief illness. She was cherished by all who knew her, with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering support to many that will leave a lasting impact. She will be deeply missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of everyone whose lives she touched.
Mary was born Mary Phillips to Marie Dorothy and Charles H. Phillips of Poughkeepsie, New York on October 13, 1954. Mary was predeceased by her parents, as well as her brother Charles and her sister Patricia (Patti) Jane.
Mary is survived by her two daughters Erica Maiore and partner Jay “Chip” Kloss of Raleigh, NC and Vanessa Coley and husband Jason of Holly Springs, NC and her grandson Bryson Coley. Also a step son in law and step grandkids. Also her current husband C. Richard Williams of Raleigh, NC and former husband Victor D. Maiore of Poughkeepsie, NY.
Mary graduated from Arlington High School. She studied art at Dutchess County Community College. Mary was an accomplished artist, avid gardener, and being Italian a great cook. She had three cats that kept her busy as cats do. After moving to Raleigh Mary worked for Office Max, Quintiles, as well as Kings Bowl-a-Rama. Her most memorable employment was with the Carolina Hurricanes and NC State Wolfpack as a Catering Manager. Many memories of feeding the teams’ players, coaches and fanbase were made.
The family would like to thank the SECU Hospice House of Smithfield, NC for their unwavering support and compassionate care during Mary’s last days. Mary will be with Jesus for Eternity, but her body will be laid to rest at Forest Pines Memorial Gardens in Wake Forest, NC.
In lieu of flowers please donate funds or your time to an organization that is close to your heart. Mary liked the charities Cause for Paws Raleigh, The Carolina Hurricanes Foundation, and UNC Children’s Hospital. We kindly thank all that have supported us and extended love and sympathy during this time.