“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course,
I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4:7
Florence Williams, 77, was born January 03, 1944, in South Mills, North Carolina. She departed this life on December 24, 2021. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Mildred Elliott and mother to her late daughter, Phyliss Elliott and sister to her late brothers, Henry L and Johnny Lee Elliott.
She became a member of the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith in Norfolk, Virginia in the mid 1960’s and participated in the church choir and junior missionary ministry. She was given the special honor of being named a church mother in her later years. She was a tender and tenacious mother: teaching her children the love of Christ, integrity and instilling dignity. She was a housewife for 17 years and held a diverse set of odd jobs from brick cleaning to housekeeping. She was always praised for her work ethic and honesty. Florence gave extraordinary advice about faith, life, love and was very knowledgeable about money management. Her life’s goal was to please the Lord and to never stop thanking him for what he did for her, her family, her church and her friends.
She is survived by her 10 children: Marie Linton (Chris), June Brinkley (Wyman), Judy Spivey (Trevior), Carolyn Williams (Marvin), Yolanda Legette (Quincy) (counted as a daughter) James Williams Jr., Clayton Williams, Karen Jones (Randal), Eric Williams and Samuel Williams (Stephanie), her two sisters, Francis Turner and Jeannette Stokley and one brother John Junior Elliott. She also leaves to cherish her memory, 21 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
Florence had a host of hobbies such as playing bingo at her senior complex, fishing, traveling around the country for church services, shopping, raising plants, and she was an avid movie watcher. She loved a good family get together and learning how to use the latest technology.
Her motto was “Keep the Faith”.
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Stephanie Cooper says
January 11, 2022 at 1:20 pmMy prayers are with her family and friends. May God’s word bring peace in this time of sorrow.
Doc Stanley says
January 17, 2022 at 12:56 pmAll Praise to Father GOD YAHWEH and The §0N Our Savior.The Stanley Family sends our prayers and sympathy to both a great Christ centered family and woman. A remarkable mother and woman.A spice of Life to all blessed to know her.Trust In GOD
Lynnora Roberts says
January 16, 2022 at 12:45 pmSending my sincere condolences, love and prayers to the entire Williams family! Mother Willams was staple of my childhood, she showed us so much love and remained a dear friend to my mother and family for over 40 years! I thank the Lord for being able to have one last BIG hug and kiss from her in July ’21 and will always remember her sweet dear smile!! May she Rest In Peace, until we meet again!
Doc Stanley says
January 17, 2022 at 12:56 pmAll Praise to Father GOD YAHWEH and The §0N Our Savior.The Stanley Family sends our prayers and sympathy to both a great Christ centered family and woman. A remarkable mother and woman.A spice of Life to all blessed to know her.Trust In GOD
Daniel Roberts says
January 16, 2022 at 2:54 pm“ and the Lord shall descend with a shout, with the voice of the archangel and the dead in Christ shall rise—FIRST…”
This brings us all comfort because losing such an incredible woman as this, without that Hope, would be beyond repairable! A jewel among people. A woman I have been blessed to know all the days of my memory. A second mother to be honest! Words would fail to express all that she embodied in these few short years on earth but thanks be to God for her life for she was a ROCK for sure! Solid I’m her beliefs, solid for her children and just a true Soldier in the Army of the Lord! May her memories live on in her beautiful family, whom we love dearly, and may u all continued to be comforted by Gods promises for He CAN NOT LIE!! She is with God and all is well with her soul! Love u all very much— til we meet them all on that Great Day—- be blessed and strong!
Yours truly,
Danny Roberts ❤️☝🏽
Jonathan Roberts says
January 16, 2022 at 5:45 pmThe blessed Mother Williams… I too stand in one accord with the love and sincere thankfulness for her life and legacy. She has finished her course …her crown now sits upon her head….a beautiful angel of the Lord she now is…. She’s joined the heavenlies and will enjoy her rest . I am so blessed to say that she knew me , cared for me and heard her say to me … I love you. I cherish all the moments … the personal conversations we shared, the love she gave to me and my family . My life was enriched with her a part of it. The Roberts family and the Williams family….so much in common , our history forever tied together. She was a dear friend to my mom…who loved her so deeply. They entrusted their children to each other. She was like a mother to all of us. That’s 18 kids total between them . We were safe with her just as they were safe in our home. We all loved being with each other … a testimony to how amazing those two mothers were . That’s love! To the family … we stand strong for each of you …. As we cry and lament this great loss, rest assured! Your mother is with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ ! She is now waiting on us to get our wings! You all will be Alright ! Trust that ! She has prayed countless prayers for her family … and all those prayers were heard and will be honored . Your entire family will be covered by those prayers for as long as you live on this earth . You all remain strong in the Lord ! Stay together ! Remember the good times ! God is with you all ! He will bring a warm smile to your face…He will restore your heart and provide healing for that which seems impossible to heal . These words are true. Marie, June, Judy, Carolyn Junior, Clayton, Eric, Karen and Sam ….God bless the memory of your mother …God bless each of you … I love you! We love you ! Jonathan and family
Doris moore says
January 16, 2022 at 6:45 pmAUNT FLORENCE YOU WILL BE MISS.
Tawana Hill, colleague of Marie says
January 17, 2022 at 11:01 amMy sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Florence Williams. To her daughter Marie, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Be encouraged and strengthened in Jesus name.
Floraleen Elliott says
January 17, 2022 at 12:52 pmSorry I could not be there. My Aunt Florence was a caring loving God fearing woman her smile with light up the room with her soft voice . Sending my condolences to my family rest in peace Aunt Florence
Geraldine Perry says
January 18, 2022 at 7:14 pmFlorence Marie Linton, I never personally had the pleasure to know your lovely mother, but, the short time that I’ve met and seeing you at TCC, now I know how you got your lovely smile and such a great
attitude at work, knowing you is like knowing her. So sorry for your loss. May your mom R.I.P. in Heaven above. R.I.P. Mrs. Florence Williams. I pray that all concern accept my humble condolences.
Geraldine Perry says
January 18, 2022 at 7:16 pmFlorence Marie Linton, I never personally had the pleasure to know your lovely mother, but, the short time that I’ve met and seeing you at TCC, now I know how you got your lovely smile and such a great
attitude at work, knowing you is like knowing her. So sorry for your loss. R.I.P. Mrs. Florence Williams. I pray that all concern accept my humble condolences.