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Obituary For Shirley A. Williams
Mrs. Shirley A. Williams, 73, of Phenix City, AL passed on Saturday, November 1, 2025 in Phenix City, AL.
Celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST, Saturday, November 15, 2025 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home, Phenix City, AL with Rev. Hayward Hudson, officiating. Interment will follow in Stephens Cemetery, Phenix City, AL. Visitation will be held Friday, November 14, 2025 from 12 - 5 p.m. EST.
Shirley Ann (McCoy) Williams was born on April 23, 1952, in Columbus, Georgia, and was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 1, 2025. She was one of eight children born to Mae Robinson and Theodore Kelly.
Her upbringing was rooted in Christianity from the start. She attended Mt. Olive Baptist Church and was a long-time member of Oasis Church International where she was a devoted member and served faithfully until the time of her illness.
On November 22, 1988, Shirley married Fletcher Williams, Jr. Shirley was instrumental in raising two stepdaughters and a host of nieces and nephews.
Shirley graduated from Spencer High School, Columbus, GA and began her career at Howard Printing Company. She later joined Aflac where she worked in the Payment Processing Center and retired after 30 years of service.
As a devoted wife, Shirley leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and generosity. She cherished her family and friends with her gentle spirit, soft speaking voice and a heart that gave freely and loved deeply. She never forgot birthdays or special moments, always making a person feel remembered and cherished.
Anyone who knew Shirley would know that she enjoyed music and dancing. If she was out somewhere, and the “Electric Slide” or “Cupid Shuffle” was played you would see Shirley on the dance floor. Shirley’s love of dancing continued until her final days, even dancing to “Boots on the Ground”.
Preceding Shirley in death was Mae R. Robinson (mother), Theodore Kelly (father), and brothers Ralph McCoy, Arthur Lewis, and Perry Lewis.
Shirley presence will be missed by her husband, Flecther Williams Jr.; stepdaughters, Tabatha Williams, Kimberly Miller (John); siblings, Connie McCoy, Diane McCoy, Joyce Dozier and Greg Lewis (Sharon); sisters-in-law, Catherine Morain, Eva Williams, Beatrice Rutledge and Marilyn Freeman (Rusty); brothers-in-law, Gilbert Williams, Phillip Williams (Barbara) and Willie B. Samuel; many beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, other family and friends. Shirley was cared for with great kindness by Brenda James, Tronual Bryant, Katie Harris, and Temika Horace whose compassion will never be forgotten.
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Add A CondolenceFletcher, I have just learned of Ms. Shirley's passing and I want to extend my most humble condolences. Ms. Shirley was a wonderful, compassionate person and this world will miss her. I will be praying for you in this time of loss.
You're Free My dear Shirley no pain nor sorrow You will forever live in my Heart and the Precious memories ♥️ Thanks Mr.Fletcher allowing me to be a part of you all life 🙌🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Fletcher, my condolences to you and the family. Shirley was a loving and Amazing person inside and out! I'll always remember her beautiful smile!
My sincere condolences to your family. May God comfort and keep you in his care during these time and always.
"with heartfelt condolences " Virginia G Jones SHS "71"
Condolences to the families of our Sister Shirley. May Yeshua provide you all with comfort, strength, peace and His everlasting Love. Rest in Heaven Sister.
My sincere condolences to the family. Classmate of Spencer High school class 1971.
My Dearest Friends Fletcher & Shirley Williams to know you both was to Love You! Fletcher my heart hurts for you and the family at this very difficult time to you especially. Shirley was beautiful inside and out, with her radiant smile and warm caring spirit to all. May your cherished memories bring you comfort and peace. Jesus came and took Shirley home to Heaven, no longer suffering with no pain, Praise God! I pray for strength that only God can provide. I will always Love You Fetcher as I did Shirley my forever treasured friends.
Shirley Anne my friend, my classmate and neighborhood mate Rest Peacefully 💚💛💚💛
Shirley was a beautiful classmate inside and out. She Always had a smile on her face and I used to tell her every time I saw her, she did not Aged. May her soul be at Peace and the present of the Lord be with her Family. RIP Classmate SHS 1971 💚💛💚💛💚💛💚
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My condolences and prayers to the Williams Family. Fletcher may the Lord grant you the strength to endure this difficult time. Victoria Alexander
Fletcher, "There are things death cannot touch, and your love for Shirley Williams is one of them." The Spencer High School Class of 1971 will truly miss Shirley Williams. Our condolences to you and your family.
Fletcher we will truly miss Shirley. She was always delightful, full of joy. You have our condolences, and we are keeping you lifted in prayer. God is faithful and your labor of love will be rewarded. Keeping you and the family lifted in prayer.
Brenda & George Tarver
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
