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Obituary For Gwendolyn Williams
Gwendolyn Mae Walton Williams, 85 answered her master call on Sunday May 17, 2020 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, TN. Gwendolyn attended and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She earned her B.S. degree from Lemoyne College, where she was a member of the "Pep Squad" and met her husband, Charles Williams. She also pledged Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority. In 1971, She earned her MBA Degree from Memphis State University. She was a dedicated Memphis City School teacher for 42 years. Following retirement from Orleans Elementary in 2001 she became an active member of the Shelby County Retired Teacher Association. Gwendolyn professed her faith at an early age. She joined Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church under the late Rev. J.L. Lindsey, the late Rev. J.K. Pickens, Sr., and currently under Rev. W.C. Swift. She was a faithful member for over 50 years and served in many areas, including the Esther Circle, choir member, Sunday Children's Choir, Christian Board and several other church ministries. Gwendolyn leaves to cherish her memories: her son, Revon D. Williams; daughter, Alvenia (Milton) Williamson; son, Revelle D. Williams; two sisters, Chlorita M. Walton and Griselle (Curtis) Herron; two brothers, Eveander Walton and William Walton; Three grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in laws and many friends. Visitation Tuesday May 26, 2020 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. held at R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home Walnut Grove Chapel 2944 Walnut Grove Rd. Please exercise patience as only 10 people will be allowed with mask on allowed inside the Funeral Home at a time. Homegoing Celebration of life service Wednesday May 27, 2020 11:00 a.m. Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church 1482 Pillow St.. With Interment to follow in Elmwood Cemetery. Due to the COVID-19 regulation the Walton-Williams family is aware that 55 guest of the family, friends and church can attend the private Homegoing service. We strongly advise all members and friends to the private Homegoing service on RS Lewis Live Stream on Facebook. The family thank you for your prayers and cooperation.
Guest Book
To my Aunt Gwen a true angel.Love you so. Sharon Denise Wallace
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Praying for the family! May God be with you during this time. Mrs. Williams was my first grade teacher. She was a very sweet and caring person. Enjoyed being in her class. Jaudonna Jordan
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Gwen was such a beautiful, caring, and wonderful person to know. She was available to everyone in any way possible whenever needed- as a daughter, wife, parent, family member, teacher, friend, pianist, singer, volunteer, listener and confidant-I could go on and on. I will miss our frequent conversations talking about our teaching and retirement experiences and shared family concerns and successes. With deepest sadness and God's blessings to you always, Friend and co-worker Dorothy Stiles Katoe and Family Gwen also taught several of my grandchildren.
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Gwen was such a beautiful, caring, and wonderful person to know. She was available to everyone in any way possible whenever needed- as a daughter, wife, parent, family member, teacher, friend, pianist, singer, volunteer, listener and confidant-I could go on and on. I will miss our frequent conversations talking about our teaching and retirement experiences and shared family concerns and successes. With deepest sadness and God's blessings to you always, Friend and co-worker Dorothy Stiles Katoe and Family Gwen also taught several of my grandchildren.
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Blessing to you and family at this most difficult time! Peace be with you.
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Blessing to you and family at this most difficult time! Peace be with you.
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Blessing to you and family at this most difficult time! Peace be with you.
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Blessing to you and family at this most difficult time. Peace be with you! John & Shirley Oatis
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To the William's family I've always appreciated the love and support of the whole family. A young man Momma Williams was there for all of us, she was always compassionate and thoughtful. So to the family. I love each you and thank you all for allowing me to be a friend and part of the family. Love Archie D. Miller
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Mrs.Williams you lived a life of legacy, from your family, friends and many lives you touched along the way. Your life's work is an example a of Proverbs 31 maximizing your gifts and talents as a woman of God . You have always been a blessing to me and I will miss you beautiful smile - Alice Toney
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My prayers are with the entire family. May God comfort you during this time. Donald Dickerson.
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I hold dear memories of my visits to the Williams home. Conversations with Mrs. Williams was always uplifting,some spiritual and she always asked about my family. Wise and witty! Smart and savy,thank you for being someone special in all of your children's Friends lives. For all of you made me feel like family. Your life shall be an inspiration to me,and I'll miss you greatly when I stop by. Buck,Vennie and Rock my deepest condolences. Heaven's gate awaits another Angel
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To Alvenia, Revon, & Revelle, the picture of your mother and our dear sister-in-law captures her personality perfectly: her sense of fashion and flair, her unique sense of self, her beaming smile--the joy of life. We will miss her caring personality as well as our joyous conversations. Take comfort in the memories of your mother, who remained the teacher, the lover of words, who always knew the right ones to say in her well-crafted messages for all occasions! She will be sorely missed! With Love, Your Uncle Willie & Aunt Johnanna
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To my dear Aunt Gwen... I will forever miss that beautiful smile and hearing your sweet voice! You have left a lasting impression on your us all and I will forever cherish the memorable times we've shared throughout the years! Your Niece...Chalene
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Ma, I am truly going to miss your smile and sweet spirit! You will always be my "sweetie" and will FOREVER live in my heart!!! It's time to "tell your jokes" to all the other angels!!! LOVE YOU!!! -Alvenia
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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
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