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Obituary For Malik S. Williams
MALIK SHAVARR WILLIAMS was born on September 30, 1996, to Bobby Lee and Michelle Rose (Coley) Williams. He was a beautiful big baby with a head full of hair and the biggest cheeks.
Malik loved football and basketball. He played Pop Warner football in middle school, where he was a member of the state champion Cary Chargers that participated in nationals in Orlando, Florida. He played AAU basketball in middle and high school. He was also a member of the 2014 4A Boys State Champion Basketball team. He had a smooth 3-point shot. We called him our million-dollar baby because of all the sports injuries, surgeries, and rehab.
He graduated from Apex High School in 2014 and received a BS degree in Information Technology from East Carolina University in 2020. One of his proudest accomplishments was working in IT with NASA in Huntsville, Alabama. As his family grew, he felt he needed to move them closer back home. He secured a position as a Cyber Security Engineer with Krispy Creme Corporation in Charlotte, North Carolina.
He was a loving son, brother, companion, and father. He loved his family deeply. Family meant everything to him, especially his relationship with his Papa. His children were his entire world. Making time and protecting them was always a priority. He enjoyed watching shows with them, playing with them, taking them to the park and on walks.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Doris Coley, and paternal grandparents, Willie and Mary Williams. Besides his parents, he is survived by his brother, Jalen Jamaal Williams (Huntersville, North Carolina); beloved companion, Laurie Turbeville (Charlotte, North Carolina); children, Alaiyah Ulani Williams, Nova Chanel Williams, Kalia Rose Williams, Rowan Carter Williams, and Preston Gray Williams; maternal grandfather, Charles A. Coley, Sr., of Goldsboro, North Carolina; maternal aunts, Maxine (Michael) Richardson of Princeton, North Carolina and Cynthia (Thomas) Lockley of Ashburn, Virginia; maternal uncle, Kenneth Coley of Goldsboro, North Carolina; paternal uncles, Glenn Williams of Goldsboro, North Carolina, and Robert Earl Reid of Mt. Olive, North Carolina; paternal aunts, Emma Heath and Susie Hunter of Goldsboro, North Carolina, Viletta (Jonathan) Knight of Fairbanks, Arkansas, Patricia (Michael) Rogers of Randallstown, Maryland, Cindy Williams of LaGrange, North Carolina, and Phyllis Williams of Goldsboro, North Carolina, Jeanette Smith and Delores Price Stewart of Jersey City, New Jersey; and a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends.
He had the opportunity to meet part of his birth family 2 weeks prior to his passing. He met Dolyski Lee (birth father), Marshe McMillan (birth mother), Stephanie Rowe (sister) and brothers Chris Lee, Chad Lee, Stephen McMillan and Dolyski Lee Jr (DJ).
Public Viewing: 2:00 - 6:00 pm on Thursday October 24, 2024, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Visitation: 9:00 am - 10:00 am on Friday October 25, 2024, at New Providence MB Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Funeral will be held 10:00 am on Friday, October 25, 2024, at New Providence MB Church, 4813 Hilltop Needmore Rd in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Burial: Elmwood Cemetery, 900 W. Brick Street in Goldsboro, NC.
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Peace & Serenity Dishgarden was sent for Malik S. Williams - October 24, 2024
Karen sent The Peace Lily for Malik S. Williams - October 24, 2024
Praying that your family will find comfort in loving memories of Malik.
Kevin and Karen Clark
Walter Herring sent Ocean Devotion for Malik S. Williams - October 22, 2024
May God continue to bless and strengthen this family. From Walter and Family.
Lisa Burnett sent The Peace Lily for Malik S. Williams - October 22, 2024
Michelle, Bobby, and Jalen We are Praying for you!
Always in our Hearts!
Ms. Olivia Brown, Alicia Wilson, Donna Powell, Tammy Mason, Janice Lowry, Lisa Burnett
5 Trees were planted in memory of Malik S. Williams - October 28, 2024
I wish I had gotten to spend more time with Malik. Thinking of you all today~
Jenny Wells
Our very deepest condolences to Michelle, Bobby and Jalen for this overwhelming loss! After our transition to Apex at the beginning of 2013 we fell in love with each of the players, and parents experienced a unique sense as basketball family along the journey to the state championship, and during Jon's hospitalization we experienced the love of family so much needed with players like Malik visiting Jon. I pray that the same love of God envelope your hearts and that you be reminded of the love you shared with Malik, and the love of all those touched by his life that send their love to you now. May God Himself comfort you now and always. ~ The Jones Family; Kevin, Liz, Alex, Jon, KJ
Bobby and Michelle no words could ever replace the loss of a loved one. We're offering our condolences to you and your family and just know that we're here for you.
The Wiley family
Bobby and Michelle, my sincere condolences to you and your family. May God comfort all of you and keep you in perfect peace Annette Baptiste
It is difficult to know what to say during this time. Bobby and Michelle please know that you are in my prayers. Donna and Maxine
I love u Malik shavarr Williams
May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
Deneen Church and Family.
With Deepest Sympathy at this time of sorrow I'm thinking of you the Williams Family many thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sonja McRae
May God comfort you all during this difficult time. Angela G.
Sending condolences to Bobby and Michelle during the loss of your son. Praying God's comfort during this time. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Jereel Ba
Bobby & Michelle we offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved son. May God comfort and keep you during this difficult time. With love, Thaddeus & Tamara Barnes
In deepest sympathy to Bobby, Michelle and family. May Gods peace, love and comfort surround you in the days to come. Praying ππΎ for and with you! Sandra
My heart goes out to Bobby, Michelle,Jalen and Lori. May you find comfort in knowing he is resting in the arms of God
Sending prayers of peace and comfort today and the days to come. Charmeir Umphrey Petite
Bobby Roxie and I are sorry for your loss. Not sure if I met your son before but if he has your personality than I am sure him and I would be in agreement with today's issues.
I worked with bobby at the VA and he loved his family it just hurts my heart to see him and his family deal with this. Praying for the Williams family.
This is very sad to hear. My family was around the Williams family when the kids were younger. Malik always had an easy way about him, always a generous smile and spirit, and Bobby and Michelle could not have been more graceful and sweet people. I hurt for you all. God bless.
Sending prayers of comfort and strength to Malik's family during this extremely difficult time. Malik and I often sat and ate lunch together at work, exchanging thoughts and stories about family and life. He was a dedicated member of two of our employee groups where peers were able to experience his gentle presence and appreciate his willingness to help. Anyone who got to know Malik will be deeply impacted by the tremendous void he will leave in our hearts. He and his brilliant smile will certainly be missed.
-Angel Cobb
My condolences and prayers ππΎfor my brother Bobby and Michelle William for the loss of their son Malik, may God strengthen you each day. Delores Stewart and Family from Jersey City NJ
To the family of Malik Williams, I am deeply saddened to hear of your loved one passing. May it comfort you to know that my prayers are extended to you The God that we trust and have faith in will continue to bestow his love, peace and grace to your family as you mourn your beloved son. Mamie Mckoy Richardson.
Our condolences and heart felt prayers to the Williams family . ~ Angela, Jasmine, & Breana
My condolences and prayers to you, and may God strengthen you each day! ππ½π
Edith H. Wood
My deepest condolences to the Williams family. Although I never had the opportunity to meet my nephew in person, I can tell from text messages from him, pictures sent of him with his kids, and from hearing all the wonderful things about him from his sister Stephanie that you two raised him to be a great provider, kind, and loving person. May you find comfort in the good memories of Malik over the last 28 years. Your family is in my prayers. Sincerely Lynette-McMillan Stephenson and Family.
Bobby and Michelle I offer my deepest condolences at your time of grieving our children are supposed to out live us but God had a higher calling and you just have to do all you can for his babies. I just can't find the words to express how sorry I am for your family. Love you all and praying for your families strength during this time and in the future. Karran Todd
Michelle and Bobby our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Psalms 34:18 states "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit".
Rev. Dr. Ira and Cynthia Reynolds
My sincere condolences to the Williams family. Praying for you
Michelle and Bobby our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family. Psalm 34:18 states "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit".
Rev. Dr. Ira and Cynthia Reynolds.
Our sincere condolences to the Williams Family during this difficult time. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort. Bertram & Cassandra Aiken's ( Wilmington NC) brother and sister in law of maternal grandmother ( Amy McMillian ) .
My condolences to the Williams family on the passing of your son Malik. I'm sorry I never got the opportunity to meet and get to know Malik. I'm thankful he was raised to be a great father and I'm sure he will be greatly missed. The McMillan family Sincerely Amy McMillan Maliks' biological grandmother).
My condolences to you all for the loss of Malik S. Williams. Vanessa McMillan Thompson
On behalf of Deacon Garnell Heggie and Reverend Dr. Mary Heggie, we extend to you our deepest and sincere condolences. When it came time for Jesus to comfort His disciples He told them about the home He was preparing for them in heaven. May you and your family feel the love that is being extended by others who are with you during this difficult and unexpected time of grief. -Sorrowfully Submitted.
We, the Uzzell family are so blessed to have Malik in our lives. May the Lord wrap you in his heavenly arms. We love you β€οΈ You will be missed cuzπΉ
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this time of unimaginable loss. Malik touched the lives of so many with his kindness, warmth, and unwavering strength. I will forever remember his generosity of spirit and the light he brought to those around him. While no words can truly ease the pain, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. May the love and memories shared offer some comfort in the days ahead. Wishing you peace and strength as you navigate this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy, Jerry Fowler
My condolences to the Williams family on the passing of your son. I would have loved to meet him as I was told he was an amazing person....
Aunt of Stephenie Rowe...Gigi
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