Mr. Kenneth "Kenny" Williams Obituary in Wadesbaro at Smith's Funeral Home

Obituary For Mr. Kenneth "Kenny" Williams

Mr. Kenneth Williams, age 79, of Greensboro, NC departed this life on Friday, October 14, 2022, at Wesley Long Hospital, Greensboro, NC. He was born on March 16, 1943, in Lilesville, NC, to the late Rosetta Williams and Kenzel Spencer.

Kenneth attended Anson County Public Schools. He later relocated to High Point, NC and married the late Mary Jackson. To that union, they were blessed with 4 children.

Kenneth was employed for 20 years with Gilbarco Veeder-Root from which he retired.

Kenneth later married Brenda Smith Williams to whom he left to cherish his memory. In 2002, Kenneth and Brenda worked together to bring DREAMS-A Drug Rehab Facility to a drug infested area of Greensboro, NC. Although met with closed fist and resistance, they were able to conquer all in the area and brought light and awareness to an area of darkness. The Williams (Kenneth and Brenda) became pillars of the community.

Kenneth was a proud member of the Black Panther Organization. He enjoyed golfing and spending time with his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by is preceded in death by three brothers, J. Huston Williams, Charlie Williams, and Kenzel Spencer; mother-in-law, Lela Smith; two sisters-in-law, Marilyn Little and Arwilla Dowell and one brother-in-law, Lacey Ingram.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories his wife, Brenda Smith Williams of the home; one son, Kenneth Williams Jr. of High Point, NC; three daughters, Cynthia Williams of High Point, NC, Michelle (Eric) McCormick of Lexington, NC and Angela (Clayton) Love of Thomasville, NC; seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren. Three stepsons, Charles Jackson, Sammy Jackson and Kenyatta Bennett; one stepdaughter, Barbara (Thomas) Leach. One sister, Lorraine Harris of Atlanta, GA, four brothers, Isaac Spencer of Baltimore, MD and Alexander Spencer of New York, Herman Rorie and Lester Rorie both of High Point, NC. Five sisters-in-law, Lucy Williams, Cindy Williams, Annie Ingram, Lillie Horne and Amanda Richardson; three brothers-in-law, Clifton (Bertha) Smith, Glenn Smith and Lewis Dowell. One aunt, Montisa S. Johnson; one uncle, Leroy Williams and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The Homegoing Services will be on Saturday, October 22, 2022, 12:00 noon, Smith's Memorial Chapel, 604 Salisbury Street, Wadesboro, North Carolina. Interment will be in the family plot of Piney Grove Church Of God, NC-109, Wadesboro, North Carolina.

Please keep his wife, Brenda Smith Williams and the entire Smith-Williams family in your prayers.

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Dearest Family, I extend my deepest condolences and my love to each of you. May our Heavenly Father bless you all richly with all blessings . And may He comfort your hearts in the days ahead as only He can. Lovingly yours, Melanie Boyd-Jones

My condolences to the family of Kenny. He was a good partner and friend, we worked together until he retired . You rest in peace my friend! Charlie Young

Condolences and Prayers to The Smith & Williams Family. Sorry for your loss. Edward and JoLetha Gordon-Little

Brenda it's been a while of seeing y'all...you have my deepest condolences...

My dear cousin Brenda, my deepest condolences are extended to you and the Williams family. Always remember that he maybe absent from his earthly body, but he is to be present with the Lord in a New Body.I know that The Father will comfort you during this difficult time, and in the days ahead.
Your Cousin And with Love Mary Frances Smith-McNair And Family

I was five years old when I met my brother, Kenny for the first time. I remember him and our brother Jay arriving at our dad's house in Baltimore. Prior to their arrival, I heard Dad and Mom discussing the visit with the "boys". I thought my brothers were little boys my age. The doorbell rang, I ran to the door excited to meet my new playmates! Daddy opened the door and my tall and grown brothers walked in. I was disappointed because they were not little boys who I could play with. Kenny noticed my sullen expression and asked why I was so sad. I told him that I did not have anyone to play with. At that moment, Kenny tapped into the "little boy" in him and played and laughed with me for hours. He was around 22 years old then and could keep up with his energetic baby sister. I will never forget that day. I smile whenever I think of that time with him. I spoke to him a few days before he passed. I heard the Kenny Williams laugh. I will keep his laugh in my memory forever. Laurie Ann Spencer Harris

Our condolences are with the Williams family. We love you and we are praying for you. May God continue to strengthen you. Love you so much and We are so sorry. Ricky and Doreen Bowden

To the Williams Family, you have my deepest condolence. May God's words be with the entire family.Kenny was a true friend and co-worker of mines for many years.God Bless you Almeta Perkins Russell

To my family I love each one of you so sorry my uncle Kenny left us so soon I truly going to miss him but god knows best we going to continue to keep God first in our life and keep praying for each other love always and forever my Williams family from his oldest niece Sharon Green and family love you uncle Kenny ❤️🕊❤️🙏😇🙏