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Joann Hollingsworth Williams, age 68 of St. Pauls, NC was born April 18, 1954 in Robeson Co. to the late Richard and Marie Hollingsworth and went home to be with Lord, February 15, 2023 at UNC Health Southeastern in Lumberton, NC.
Joann leaves to cherish her memories and mourn her passing, her husband, Richard Williams of the home; two sons, Tim Williams and wife, Monica and Robert Williams and wife Jamie all of Greys Creek; one daughter, Sharon Winn and husband, Michael of Roseboro; one brother, Ricky Hollingsworth of St. Pauls; three sisters, Barbara Hollingsworth and Margaret Gibson both of St. Pauls and Faye Fell of Dublin; seven grandchildren, Kaitlyn Williams, Jayden Winn, Dalton Williams, Emma Williams, Dilyn Williams, Nova Ivey and Caroline Winn; her honorary children, Scott Williford, William Alsbrook, Hugh Hightower and James Kersey; along with a host of other relatives and friends.
Family will receive friends Sunday, February 19, 2023 from 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. at McNeill-Legacy Funeral Home in St. Pauls; Funeral Services will be held Monday, February 20, 2023 at 1:00pm at The Life Center in St. Pauls, with Rev. Michael Gist, officiating.
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319 W Broad St, Saint Pauls, NC 28384
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Thomas Frankart
February 18, 2023
Mrs.Williams was like a second mom to me since I was in High School as a freshman till I graduated. She will always be loved and missed greatly. Till we see one another again momma Williams. Love you.
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Margaret S Gauthier
February 18, 2023
Praying for comfort and strength. Joanne was a wonderful friend to so many. May she fully rest in the arms of our Savior.
Margaret Gauthier
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