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Evelyn Williams Obituary
March 6, 2021
Smiths Station, Alabama - Evelyn Louise Williams, 75, of Smiths Station, Alabama passed away on Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia.
Evelyn was born on April 23, 1945 to the late Jesse Morgan Williams and Claudia Johnston Williams. She was a graduate of Smiths Station High School and Troy University. Evelyn loved children and taught at River Road Elementary School in Columbus, Ga for 35 years. As a devoted Christian, Evelyn served her local Church faithfully and on the conference level for many years including serving as conference president of United Methodist Women.
Besides her parents, Evelyn was preceded in death by a beloved niece, Amy Maria Pace, and brother-in-law Bob Pace.
Her survivors include a sister, Kathryn Williams Pace of Blakely, Ga., brothers Walter (and Shirley) of Columbus, Ga. And Herbert (and Sue) of Phenix City, Al., several nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews and numerous cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be 3:00 pm, Wednesday, March 10, 2021, in the chapel of Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, visitation will be one prior to the service. Interment will follow in Lakeview Memory Gardens.
In accordance with CDC guidelines we ask those attending the service wear mask and practice social distancing.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Epworth United Methodist Church or a favorite charity.
Arrangements by Striffler-Hamby 3770 Hwy. 431 North Phenix City, Alabama
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Joyce Welch McCoy
March 10, 2021
So sorry to hear this. My sister Jane and I went to school with the sisters and brothers. Evelyn was a very sweet person and I enjoyed working the polls with her at Glenwood School. RIP Evelyn. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
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Alicia Yeilding Walker
March 9, 2021
I also sang in the Mt. Zion Choir with Evelyn. She knew I was studying to be a teacher and we had many talks about her experiences. May you rest in peace Evelyn. My love & prayers to your family.
Liz Waldrep
March 9, 2021
I sang in the choir at Mt. Zion for several years with Evelyn. She always had a big smile!
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