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.
Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Ms. Ruby Mae Williams. Praying that God surrounds you and your family with peace, comfort, and strength during this time. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.
May you rest in peace Mrs Ruby.Your heavenly cup of coffee and ginger ale awaits You
I was heartbroken to hear the news. I have such fond memories of our time together in the Whitfield wedding party. Walking down the aisle with Ms. Ruby aka CoCo is a memory I'll always hold onto. Her energy and smile were unforgettable. Sending you strength and love.
On behalf of St. Matthew AME Zion Church, Trenton, N.C. 28585 we would like to express of condolences to Bro. Samuel Dawson and family in the loss of your sister. Every Wednesday on the prayer line you are always asking for prayers for your family. We want you to know that you and your family will always remain in our prayers and most of all in our hearts. Only God can heal your broken hearts during your time of bereavement. Pastor Cynthia Hargett & St. Matthew AME Zion Church
We give you all our deepest condolences 🙏 praying for the family. It is a great blessing to have been in the presence of Ruby she always made us feel comfortable and loved. We will truly miss her. We will continue to pray for you all. Love ❤️ you all The Russell family. So sorry we couldn't be there.
I loved Ms Ruby. She always gave me a hard time when it was time to do our visit, but that grew on me. I looked forward to seeing her. She always had some words of wisdom. I appreciated her story of her life. She was beautiful. I am going to miss her and our visit. Psalms 116:15. Family Be blessed.
You all have my sympathy she was a dear friend I will miss her dearly. God bless you all.
Had the pleasure of meeting CoCo/Ruby thru her sister Bernice years ago and had fond memories of her and our parking lot conversations my condolences to the family
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Coaco, she will be trully missed.
Ruby (CoCo) as I knew her from the Gables at Druid Hills II. To know CoCo was too love her. She did not meet any strangers. The conversations we had, and the information she shared with me regarding the Gables and it's residents helped me out alot with my work assignment. She was a delight to know, and her witty and charismatic ways will be forever remembered. CoCo take your rest, and you're now healed from the inside out. CoCo truly loved her children and grandchildren, so to the family, may God continue to strengthen and comfort each and everyone of you. God Bless You All!
Jackie Cureton Charlotte, NC
I have known Ruby mos5 of my life, she used to work with my mother at Craven County Hospital. I will love her forever. I am praying for the family. God Bless you all. Deborah Mansfield, Texas 817-694-2338
Ruby was my dear sister, not by blood, but by love and kindness. I will truly miss her presence in my life.
She was such a bright lite in my life. I will surely miss her coming to my door always needed her dress zipped. Life will not be the same without her.😒
Sending our sincere prayers and condolences to the family in this time of deep sorrow.
My condolences and prayers to the family. May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time.
Send my condolences and prayers to the family.Pray that God will keep his hands and arms around you and family
Sending my sincere condolences to the family
My prayers to the family of Ruby my dear sister no words to express it's God Plan my deepest condolences.
I am Sending lots of love Family; my deepest condolences God had a plan my Sister Ruby rest on.
Deepest sympathy & condolences on the passing of the loved one.
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