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Silvia Williams Obituary
She was born in Boyle, MS May 11, 1935, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. L.T. Greer. She graduated from Pearl High School and Mississippi College with a degree in Elementary Education and Music. Silvia taught in the public schools of Yazoo City, Meridian, and Ferriday, LA where she met and married her husband, Ray "Pete" Williams. They moved to North Platte, Nebraska where she taught until her retirement. In 2008, the Lord led Silvia and Pete back to Mississippi, where they continued to serve the Lord with gladness at the Meadville Baptist Church.
Silvia is survived by her husband of 43 years, Pete Williams; step-daughter, Angel Lindsey and husband, Terry; and two step-grandchildren, Rachel and Mac Lindsey of Vidalia, LA. She is also survived by one sister, Pauline Greer Corban and husband, Mickey of Pearl MS; and one brother, Billy Greer and wife, Carolyn of Vicksburg; several nieces and nephews and many friends.
Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Raymond "Butch" Greer.
Silvia was a devoted Christian and served her Lord with her musical talents wherever she lived.
A memorial service to honor Silvia Williams will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at the Meadville Baptist Church. Riverwood Family Funeral Service is in charge of the services
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Meadville Baptist Church Bus Fund at P.O. Box 369, Meadville, MS 39653.
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Beverly Hinson
November 23, 2009
Pete, I just happened to read about Silvia today and am so sorry to hear this. I have so many memories of ya'll when I was a kid and especially remember the piano lessons from her. She was a very special & sweet lady.
November 22, 2009
Mrs. Williams touched many lives, including my own. She was my teacher for four years at Miller School in North Platte, Ne. Mrs. Williams was very talented. Becky (Weekly) Roe
November 22, 2009
I knew Sylia from teaching at Platte Vally in North Platte, she was a very kind and loving person with many many talents. You are in my thought and prayers. Deb Welsh
Roy Eaton
November 21, 2009
Please know that all are in my prayer and thoughts. Silvia was a committed Christian.
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