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Obituary For Audrey Williams Cypress

Audrey W. Cypress, 67, of Mechanicsville, VA, died November 27, 2021. Surviving are her husband, J. McKinley Cypress; a son, Brett M. Cypress (Latoya); a daughter, Dana J. Cypress; two grandsons, Gabriel and Noah Cypress; mother, Emma R. Williams; sister, Brenda Williams; a brother, Walter B. Williams (Angela D.); other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, December 2, 2021 at United Nations Church, 214 Cowardin Ave. Pastor Ernest Daniels, Jr., officiating. A private interment will follow at Roselawn Memory Gardens.

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Sincere sympathy to Williams / Cypress' family in a loss that will be felt by many. At this very difficult time, may the thoughts and prayers of those who care about you and your family help you to find strength and peace. Mrs . Cypress was a formal colleague , friend and most of all Alumni member of Norfolk State University Alumni .

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Dr. Cypress was an amazing educator and lover of life. I will fondly remember her encouraging spirit and genuine interest in my well-being during high school and beyond. Occasional memes with scripture and declarations of faith kept her close in my heart, even when I felt far away from God. Job well done, good and faithful servant. - Justin

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Dr. Cypress, You will be missed. May you rest in peace! Ronald Carey

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Audrey will be missed by all who knew her yet her legacy will live on in the hearts of the many lives she touched. RIH

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Dr. Audrey Cypress was an extraordinary woman who loved the lord with all of her heart. I always enjoyed our conversations and she and my mother loved each other. She was famous for baking her coconut pies whenever my mother came to visit me. To, the Mckinely and Williams family, thank you for allowing Dr. Audrey Cypress to be a part of so many lives.She's a sweet spirit that will always remain in our hearts and mind. Janice Ryles

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I am extremely distressed to learn of Audrey's passing. We were colleaMgues at Mosby Middle School and fellow librarians for Richmond public schools for a number of years. She was always kind, cheerful, loving to colleagues and students, and hard-working--always letting the Lord guide her. I will miss her presence in the world more than I can say. Rest easy, Dear Sister, and Memory Eternal.

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Mrs. Cypress is a beautiful soul and full of love. It was an honor to meet her and be in her presence as I worked as a substitute at Richmond Community High School in the early 2000s. May the peace and comfort of God overshadow her family. Rest Peacefully Mrs. Cypress. Sincerely, Krystal Randolph

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Our deepest sympathy to the Cypress Family on the passing of your precious loved one. We pray that the legacy she left and knowing that she is with our Lord will bring you comfort. Peace and blessings, Deacons Willie and Frances Thompson, Spring Creek Baptist Church

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Dr. Audrey Cypress will always be a standard of faithfulness to her God, family and herself. She wanted to become her best in live to be the best for her Creator and His people. From God's point of view, it appeared that God wanted her with Him to let us know how much He cares for her and those she cared for. God's way is a great mystery to us. He will reveal Himself to us in Heaven. Until then, God and Audrey want us to continue to live holy. OE Graves

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Our deepest sympathy to the Cypress Family on the passing of your dear loved one. We pray you are comforted knowing that she has a legacy that will live on and that she rests now with our Lord. Peace and blessings, Deacons Willie and Frances Thompson, Spring Creek Baptist Church

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My condolences to the Cypress Family of the passing of Sis. Audrey. I am going to miss her so much, her visits to Victory Tabernacle and especially our chats at Target. Sis Audrey was my friend, always giving words of encouragements and prayer. May God God continue to comfort you during this time. Sis Sarah Barnes

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I extend love, prayers and deepest sympathy to the Cypress and Williams families. Audrey was a beacon of light. Her incandescent smile and personality permeated any room. Her grace and beautiful spirit was soothing to the soul. She touched my life in a very special way. Her encouraging words and daily scriptures forwarded were heartfelt. Audrey's giving of her time and concern for others, was effortless. She exemplified a multitude of talents, including cooking and baking. As I reminisce, her banana bread was absolutely scrumptious and left your palate tingling! I am grateful to have been blessed by her acquaintance. Heaven must have needed an "Angel"! She will fondly be remembered and truly missed. Gone too soon... May the peace and love of our Heavenly Father, embrace and comfort you, at this difficult time. Lovingly Submitted, Felecia W. Coleman

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My sincere condolences to the family of Audrey Williams Cypress. May you continue to hold to the loving memories. Praying for the peace of God.

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It was blessing to have worked with you. Rest in peace, Sister Cypress. Sylvester Goodall

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Sympathy to the Cypress and Williams families. Audrey was a friend, colleague and Soror. She went about life exemplifying a phrase taken from "God's Little Instruction Book" which reads: The only preparation for tomorrow is the right use of today. Daily Audrey would share via text or conversation words of encouragement, inspirational verses, prayers, love and kindness. These will be greatly missed, but her legacy stands and lives on. She was truly a faithful woman of God. Rest in Peace. Cynthia Tedder

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My deepest condolences to the Cypress family. I will keep you lifted in prayer. God bless you all, Gracie D. Dolly

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Audrey, may you Rest In Peace! Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Cypress Family! GCHS Class of 1972

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Truly an Amazing Woman, Wife, Mother and Grandmother and to all others her life and light touched. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Kathy Loebman

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Audrey was a compassionate and loving person.We the members of Saint Paul Holiness Church Waverly Va.Will be praying for the family.

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A Beautiful woman of God, a friend indeed, now rests well with our Heavenly Father. Audrey motivated and inspired me frequently. I loved and respected herimmensely. God bless her family and friends.

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Another beautiful angel transitioning that will be severely missed. I thank you for your love and kindness that you shown me. Now you're free God bless you love you sister🤴🏾❤️🙏🏾

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May the God of all Comfort shower the Cypress and Williams family with love during this difficult time. Audrey was such a beautiful person! We used to live in the same neighborhood in Mechanicsville and chat but would still spend time catching up when we crossed paths. She was always positive and put God first in her life. Reflect on the wonderful memories she left. My deepest condolences to family and friends. Regenia Ross Vessels Mechanicsville, Virginia

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To the Cypress and Williams family, may you know God makes no mistakes. God saw that Audrey was getting weary and tired so He gentle whispered Peace Be Still. He gently closed her tiresome eyes and she accepted His call. May God continue to Bless your entire families forevermore. God be with all of you.

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My condolescence and heartfelt sympathy to the family of Dr. Cypress. I worked briefly with Dr. Cypress who was such a warm, kind and friendly woman. Whenever I would see Dr. Cypress, she was always wearing such a beautiful smile. May the God of all comfort rest with you during your season of grief. I pray that you find peace and joy in each personal and shared remembrance of her. Rev. Linda C. Jenkins

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My condolences and prayers to the family. Doc, as I affectionately called her, was a beautiful person inside and out. She was very loving and giving of her time, talents, and support. I am eternally grateful for having her in my life. I will miss her daily inspirational messages, her prayers and our lunch dates.

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Never had a bad word for anyone. Always saw the best in everyone. We are going to truly miss your love, and spirit. We will truly miss you!!! We offer condolences to your entire family. A true pioneer and we will always love you for being YOU!!! Truly will be missed and will always miss the words of encouragement Love Soror Tanesha Marquis Taylor and Tamron Allen

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May God's Devine hand of mercy be with the Cypress's and Williams family in the transition of our loving Sister Dr. Audrey Cypress. Just to remind you you're not alone,that thoughts are with you,and friends are all around. With the Love of God Cousin Frissell, Paulette and Family.

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A woman who recognized the best of all of us. We truly will miss you and never was a time that you did not think of someone else. We thank for you for your love and support. Love Soror Tanesha, Marquis, Tanesha and Taylor Thank you for always thinking of us

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To Minster McKinley Cypress family.I will miss my Sister Audrey. She will always encourage me with texts. My heart is broken 💔. But I'm so glad I told her I love her ❤. I'll miss you praying with me and your words of inspiration. Praying for the Cypress and Williams family. Sharon Smith and the Williamsburg Crew

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To my minster McKinley and family. What a wonderful spiritual woman of God Audrey was. My heart is broken. I will truly miss her ministry and prayers. When we text in the morning I'm glad I let her know I love HER. prayers are with the Cypress and Williams family

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Audrey, was such a beautiful, kind and supportive friend. I will always re- member the many prayers, encouraging words and love she gave me. I will truly miss her. I ask God to be with the family in a time like this. Ola Bailey Rice

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Audrey met and touched the lives of so many folks in Richmond Public Schools over the years and was a joy to be around, whether you were an adult or a child. My sympathies to Audrey's family. --- Phyllis Gardner

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I will remember Sister Audrey as a God-fearing woman who could pray heaven down. She has been a messenger of hope, my prayer warrior, and my friend. God caused our paths to cross in childhood, and I am forever grateful to have shared a portion of life together with her. I will love her forever. Knowing she is present with Jesus comforts my heart. May her light shine on through you and all whose lives she touched. I pray the Lord Jesus will strengthen and comfort you in the days and years to come. Thank you, Father God, for hearing and answering this prayer, in the precious name of Jesus. Brenda Sumler Carmichael

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Audrey was a wonderful mother-figure, friend and Soror in my life and so many others. I have fond memories of her. I still remember staying with her during the long summers. We would leave church in the country and go to the big city of Richmond and go shopping. We had such good time. I will never forget her giving me Spelling tests and us singing songs at her home. She will be missed. Prayers for the family. Love you all. 💔 Charlotte Cypress

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Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say rejoice. (Philippians 4:4) Rejoice that your loved one and my sister will forever be with the Lord. With sincerest condolences and much prayer. Gloria Washington, Westwood Baptist Church

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Beautiful person' both in and out. Would never allow you to have a cloudy day, she brought sunshine to every life with blessing words and her gorgeous smile. You will be missed "But" never forgotten. Rest In Peace...

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I will never forget her support, her many prayers, and her true kindness. My prayers and sympathies to her family. I pray that you find comfort in knowing that her love and kindness has touched so many. God Bless, Summer Robinson

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Dr. Cypress was truly a woman of God. She has been a prayer warrior for me and so many others here at Richmond Juvenile Detention Center. She always had a smile that would brighten your day, she will truly missed by staff and residents. I will truly miss my daily prayers and words of inspiration that she would send via text every morning. I pray peace and comfort for her family. Sleep well my friend, until we meet again. Nurse Whitfield

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My condolences to the Cypress Family. Mrs. Cypress will be greatly missed. Your job here on earth was well done. May you rest in peace and enjoy eternal life.

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Bishop Nathaniel C. & Sharon L. Johnson wish to express our heart-felt condolences to the Cypress family. Remember the good times you've shared with Rwith her and forever cherish fond memories of her in your hearts. We will continue to keep the family in our prayers.

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Deepest sympathy and prayers to the Williams/Cypress Family in Audrey's passing. She was such a wonderful individual and will definitely be missed by many family members, friends, former students, co-workers, etc. May God bless and comfort each of you during this difficult time. To God be the Glory for a life well lived! Rest in peace, Audrey, you have graciously finished your course. Estherine J. Harding, Norfolk State University Retiree

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My condolences for your husband and children and grandchildren also the rest of the family

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Our sincere condolences to the Cypress Family. You are in our prayers. Pastor Willie T. Williams, Sr. And Zion Hill Church Family, Waverly, VA

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We will miss the humble and loving spirit of Dr. Audrey Cypress. I appreciated every encouraging word and devotion. I am praying for the family. Dr. Aleasa Holloman

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Sister Audrey Cypress was a friend who encouraged me in my walk with our Savior. I once heard a preacher say, "You can tell how much God loves you by the people he put in your life." I think God for this woman of God. Rest on my sister. To the Cypress and William families, may your heart be comforted knowing she is resting in her Savior.

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Doc, as I've affectionately called her, has been my prayer warrior, my comforter, my spiritual example and confidant, and a wonderful friend. She has meant so much to me and I will greatly miss her morning prayers and words of inspiration. I pray for peace and comfort for all who knew her and loved her as I do. (Tracey Dorsey)

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She was such an amazing and loving person, I cannot believe that she passed away 💔💔💔. However I know that she is resting in God's hands.

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This candle will continue to burn because of the legacy you have left for so many others.

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To the Family of the late Audrey Williams Cypress, we The Williams Family wish to sincerely express our heart felt sympathies & deepest condolences in the passing of your dearly departed love one. Cuzn Audrey, was a (Jewel), she no doubt was one of the sweetest persons you'd ever want to meet. Cuzn Audrey was a God fearing woman. A woman who said what she meant & meant what she said. We all are going to miss her presence in our lives tremendously. (2 Cor. 5:8) says, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I truly believe she's resting in the arms of Jesus. Cypress & Williams Families, we are praying God's hands of comfort, healing, peace, strength & unity will be upon each of you as you go through this your time of bereavement. May God bless you all. Peace & Love! Deacon Sheila Williams & Family

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My condolences and prayers to the Cypress family! I am so thankful for the friendship we had! You were God sent. Thank you for constant words of encouragement and love. I will never forget you and the impact you made in my life and the lives of many! Love, Renita Simons

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Such a nice person.... Been a blessing in my life since the first day I met her at Richmond Juvenile Detention Center.. A loving spirit to everyone. Sleep in peace... You will be missed... PSS L. Hargrove

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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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