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Verna Williams Obituary

Verna Mae Leona Williams, age 83, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She attended Joseph S. Clark High School and was a retired Insurance Agent. Beloved wife of the late Willie Williams. Loving mother of Ronnie (Theresa) Wilson, Arthur Williams, Crystal Williams, Kerry Williams, Yolanda (Reginald) Brossard, Pamela Williams, Robin (Pastor Nelson) Dexter, and the late David Williams. Grandmother of the late Savannah Robinson. Daughter of the late Woodland Wilson and Blanche Wilson. Granddaughter of the late Sidney and Clara Honore. Sister of Eyvonne Morris, and the late Elizabeth Wilson. Sister-in-law of the late Paul Morris and Earl Celius. Verna is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Temple of Praise Ministries and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration at Temple of Praise Ministries, 1840 Commercial Dr. Harvey, LA on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at 10:00a.m. Pastor Nelson Dexter, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Resthaven Park Cemetery-New Orleans, LA, Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortryservice.com. Due To Covid-19 Pandemic Attendance Will Be Limited. It Is Mandatory Everyone Attending Wear A Face Mask or Some Type of Face Covering.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Oct. 14 to Oct. 16, 2021.

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Barbara August

October 22, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family of Verna Mae. We were Foster Grandparents Volunteer together.

Jo Ann Knoten

October 18, 2021

My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to Robin and family. May God continue to give you strength during your time of grief. Your mom was a wonderful woman. Hang on to the wonderful memories of her life.

Cheryl Carter

October 18, 2021

My condolences and heartfelt sympathy to Mrs Verna's family . She had such a beautiful spirit and was loved by many . May God bless her family . Amen . RIH Mrs Verna

Shereika L Mitchell

October 17, 2021

Our deepest condolences and prayers for the family. Mrs. Williams was wonderful!

Anita Pichon

October 16, 2021

Sorry for y’all lost praying for the family.praying for strength and comfort

Sam and Sheila Dennis & family

October 16, 2021

Pastor D, 1st Lady Robin, and the Williams Family we send our deepest condolences and are praying for God´s comfort, strength, and peace during this time of sorrow. We will miss Mother Verna a person whose life touched many with her gifts of kindness, caring, and love. Love you

Sanara Belton

October 16, 2021

Thank you grandma for such a beautiful experience in your last days. You showed so much strength for your family. You will be missed but never forgotten

Judy Slack

October 16, 2021

Pastor Dexter, Robin and Family you guys are certainly in my prayer. She was a saintly women of God. Always had a kind word. Love you cousins.

Barbara Moliere Grinstead

October 15, 2021

God is always present in your lives. May God's Grace and Mercy be with the Williams family.
Terrijuana's maternal great aunt

Lora Cotton

October 15, 2021

First Lady Robin, you and your family have my deepest condolences in the passing of your Mother. I pray for comfort and strength through this time of sorrow.

Denise Carter Palmer and family

October 15, 2021

Leatrice and family, you have my sincere prayers and condolences. May the Lord be a fence during this difficult time. Love you!

Ramona & Donald Bennett

October 15, 2021

Don & I are sending Prayers, Comfort & love for your family, (such a close family.) You have been my spiritual mother & will miss your smile & straight forwardness. No one like you! Love

Celestine Hopkins (Cell) and Family

October 15, 2021

May God give you comfort in the time of need. No matter how old we are, It's never easy to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you grieve many blessing.

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Memorial Events
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Oct

16

Visitation

8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Temple of Praise Ministries

1840 Commercial Dr. , Harvey, LA

Oct

16

Service

10:00 a.m.

Temple of Praise Ministries

1840 Commercial Dr. , Harvey, LA

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230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA 70053

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