Ruby Mae Whitehead Williams, lovingly known as “Coco,” 69, of New Bern, North Carolina, peacefully transitioned to her eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2026.

Ruby was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, family member, and friend whose beautiful spirit, generosity, humor, and unforgettable personality touched countless lives. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

The family will receive friends for a Celebration of Life Gathering on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Rocky Run Park, 411 Rocky Run Road, New Bern, North Carolina 28562.

A Funeral Service to celebrate Ruby’s life will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Biblical House of God, New Bern, North Carolina. Interment will follow at Hickman Family Cemetery in Havelock, North Carolina.

She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Lorina Noble and Ebony Boller, both of New Bern, North Carolina; brothers, Jessie Whitehead, Charlie Whitehead (Delmara), Troy Lee Whitehead (Patricia), and Samuel Lee Dawson; sisters, Margie Chisolm of New Bern, North Carolina, Lucille Brimmer of Charlotte, North Carolina, Vernell Johnson (Scottie) of New Bern, North Carolina, Mabel Mewborn of New Bern, North Carolina, and Evelyn Whitfield (Mike) of New Bern, North Carolina; one granddaughter, Lashawn Mack; two great-granddaughters, Lavender Yesher’El and Kairi Hall; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends.

For additional information or questions regarding services, please contact Vernell Johnson at (252) 229-0582 or Scottie Johnson at (252) 229-4487.