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Raymond Williams

Passed 09/23/2023

Obituary For Raymond Williams

Raymond E. Williams Jr. was born on May 1, 1943, to the late Ernestine Vance and Raymond E. Williams, Sr.

He attended Carver High School.

Raymond was employed at V.A.W. of America Ellenville New York and retired after 48 years. He also drove the School Bus at both Child Rehabilitation Center and the Ellenville Central Schools District for 20 years.

Raymond was also an ordained Deacon at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church in Ellenville, NY where he faithfully served until his relocation back to South Carolina.

Left to cherish loving memories are: his wife of fifty-eight years, Betty J. Williams; his son, Marion J. Williams (Laytona) of Greer, SC; his daughter, Miranda D. Shelton (Timothy) of Boiling Springs, SC; his son, Stevan Beatty (Melissa) of Spartanburg, SC; his brother, Robert Williams (Gwen); his sister, Geneva Pritchett (Curtis); his brothers, Lonnie William and Ted Michael Williams (Helen); his grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Burial will follow in the Heritage Memorial Gardens, 3901 S. Church St., Spartanburg, SC.


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Letitia V Tyce sent Red and White Floor Basket for Raymond Williams - September 28, 2023

On behalf of the Tyce/Hills family, we extend our heartfelt sympathies for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather.Thinking of you all and sending love and comfort during this difficult time.

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Living Spirit Dishgarden was sent for Raymond Williams - September 28, 2023

I will always treasure the memories of being his neighbor and friend in Ellenville, NY. Betty you and the family have my sincere condolences. I saw the announcement on FB. Sending hugs from GA! Doris Pryor Carson Formally known as Doris Crawley

Praying that God will comfort your heart uplift your spirit and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace with deepest sympathy Pastor Eddie Parks in Marilyn Parks.

May God comfort and keep each of you during this difficult time. We are praying for each of you! We love you ❤️❤️. Love, Rafael and Ursula Mendez

"Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning." To Miranda and family: My prayers, thoughts and love are with you during this season of your life. Continue to trust God for He alone will strengthen and sustain you. Love you. Saundra Giles Gaffney

Rev. Mary Gunther and the Christ Ministries Baptist Church are praying for you during this time of bereavement. Our love extends across the miles.

May the peace of The Lord keep you during this time of bereavement. Rev. Mary Gunther and Christ Ministries Baptist Church are praying for you

Xi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Incorporated

Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. to Betty Williams and family be encourage God will see you through love you all Carolyn Phelps

My deepest condolences to your family during this time of loss. Love Ella Spears, Jennifer Kontessa and Jade Kennedy

We the hill's family send our condolences to the Williams family! We are praying for you and your strength to get through this difficult time!

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

J.W. Woodward Funeral Home | Spartanburg, SC

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