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Carrie Smith-Williams Obituary
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CARRIE BELL SMITH-WILLIAMS 92, of West Palm Beach, passed away on December 8, 2006 at Good Samaritan Hospital. She was born in Pitts (Wilcox County), GA to the late Bascom and Bertha L. Smith. She and her late husband, John Daniel Williams (J.D.) moved to West Palm Beach, FL in 1950. Carrie was a very active member of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church until her health failed. She always had a passion for helping those in need, gardening, cooking, reading(especially the Bible, other inspirational materials), and sewing. Carrie leaves to cherish her memories four daughters: Mrs. Bernice Wooten (Lovey), Riviera Beach, FL, Mrs. Doretha Campbell (John*), Mrs. Gwendolyn Johnson (Rev. Dr. Lenard Johnson), West Palm Beach, FL, Mrs. Julis Barnes (John), Brooklyn, New York; five sons: Johnny L. Williams (Elizabeth*), Louis C. Williams (Elnora), Melvin A. Williams (Maria), Adrian T. Williams (Barbara), West Palm Beach, FL, Rev. Sylvester Williams (Cloie), Valrico, FL; one son, Cornell Williams, preceded her in death. 18 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, two great-great- grandchildren. One sister, Mrs. Katie R. Hunt, West Palm Beach, FL; one brother-in-law, Mr. Eugene Powell, Riviera Beach, FL; two sisters-in-law: Mrs. Ethel Williams and Mrs. Mary Williams, Philadelphia, PA. Many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends. One special friend for over 50 years, Mrs. Cora L. Richardson. Homegoing Celebration will be held Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 10:00 AM - New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 911 9th Street, West Palm Beach, FL, Rev. James Lofton, Jr., Pastor, officiating. The Wake is Friday, December 15, 5-7 p.m. at New Bethel. Arrangements entrusted to STEVENS BROS. FUNERAL HOME. *Preceded in death To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
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GB, Anita L Johnson
December 14, 2006
He has claimed his own. Thank Him for the prescious, long years you shared. You will find peace in His love. We shall continue to keep you in our prayers. Mama Lockett & Johnson Families
Palm Beach Lakes HS Rams
December 14, 2006
Adrian:
We are so sorry for your loss; after reading about your mother it sounds as though she raised a beautiful family! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, your friends in the PBL Physical Education Department
LLOYD BROWN,SR.
December 14, 2006
TO THE WILLIAMS FAMILY, MY HEARTH GOES OUT TO YOU AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. MAY THE LORD WATCH OVER EACH ONE OF YOU, AND REMEMBER MOTHER WILL ALWAYS BE IN ALL OF OUR HEARTHS AND SHE IS NOW READING TO ANOTHER GROUP OF CHILDREN IN HEAVEN.
Gwendolyn Gilbert-French
December 14, 2006
May God Continue to Shine On This Precious Family.
It is nothing like a Mother's Love.
It is nothing like the nuturing and guidance she gives. Julius,you and your sisters and brothers had all of that.
You have strong shoulders to stand on and a host of everlasting love.
Childhood Friend & Her MOM
Gwen Gilbert French & Elmira Gilbert
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