Billy Edward Williams
April 21, 1934 ~ December 13, 2017
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ROCKY MOUNT - Billy Edward Williams, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2017. Born in Wilson County, NC on April 21, 1934, he was the son of the late George Curtis Williams and Nellie Proctor Williams. He was also preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters.
Billy was the owner and operator of Sunny's Take Out in South Rocky Mount and he also worked as a salesman for Imperial Furniture in Rocky Mount. He enjoyed working in his vegetable garden and loved to fish. Billy also enjoyed cooking for family and friends. He was a member of People's Fellowship Baptist Church and a Deacon for 50 years. Billy was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Billy leaves behind to cherish his memory, wife of 63 years, Irene Causey Williams; son, Mike Williams and wife, Lisa St. John-Williams, of Apex, and daughter, Billie Odom of Rocky Mount. He is also survived by grandson, Stephen Scott Odom; brothers, Lester Williams of Rocky Mount and Tim Williams of Rocky Mount; sisters, Louise Twine of Portsmouth, VA, Rachel Slade of Portsmouth, VA, Patricia Ayscue of Henderson, and Joyce Daughtridge of Rocky Mount; and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2017 at 11:00 AM at People's Fellowship Baptist Church, 11972 East NC Hwy. 97, Rocky Mount with the Pastor Dave Grogan and Tim Leonard officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
The family would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Margaret Deutsch, Kathleen Saas, N.P., Duke Raleigh Oncology, and all of the caregivers at the Infusion Lab for their care and dedication to Billy and our family. Also a special thank you to Tim and Phyllis Leonard, Bea Rackley, and Nash Home Health Care and Nash Hospice & Palliative Care.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 930 B Wellness Drive, Greenville, NC 27834, or Duke Raleigh Hospital, 3400 Wake Forest Road, Raleigh, NC 27609.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 12/15, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Peoples Fellowship Baptist Church
11972 East NC 97
Rocky Mount, NC 27803
Saturday 12/16, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Saturday 12/16, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
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Billie jo,Mike and Aunt Irene I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Bill.We sure had some good times having the Williams s family reunion and daddy and Uncle Bill cooking those chickens on the grill. He will surely be missed. I will keep you all in my prayers
Billie Jo, I’m so sorry to hear if your daddy’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike, Your Daddy will he sorely missed. You worked hard taking care of him these last few years. We’re sorry to see his passing.
Billie and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I am sooo sorry to hear of this. Prayers for comfort for you, Irene, Mike and Billie!
We’ll certainly miss you Uncle Bill. Every time that I hear a bird whistle, I’ll think about you.
My prayers are with Aunt Irene, Mike and Billie Jo. I have enjoyed many family reunions at their home and some fantastic grilling. I am so sorry for your loss.
Dear Mike & Lisa Sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was such a sweet man, and we are so grateful to have known him as Friend! Gently wrap yourself in the warm memories. Let the love that that held you close continue to bring you strength and comfort. With Sympathy and Love {know we care} Jim & Janet
So sorry for your loss. Pops was one of a kind. He totally made me feel like one of the family. He joked me often that I loved him for his collards but I loved him for the way he showed love for his family and people he cared about. He was a role model for dads. My heart is sad.
Billie Jo, I am so sorry about the passing of your Daddy. Wishing comfort to you and your family.
With much love this note is sent to you Miss,Williams, Billy,and all the family. I am sorry to read of mister Bills home going. He was a man like no other and taught me some wise lessons in my years spent with all of you. Time and life may take us in many different directions but the memories made will never fade. I hold those close. He saw something in a young man many years ago in church and extended a hand of support and friendship when needed most. From our road trips to see the Gathers to working in his shop. That is how I will remember him. Miss, Williams you and Mister Billy hold a special place in my heart that will always stay. Thank you for everything. Big Tight Hugs.