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Deborah Elaine Falls Williams

November 14, 1962 ~ March 28, 2017

NASHVILLE - Deborah “Debbie” Falls Williams, age 54, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 28, 2017. Born in Roanoke VA on November 14, 1962, she was the daughter of Clarence “Bill” Falls and Betty Dean Falls. Debbie was a secretary for North Roanoke Baptist Association for eight years. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church and was very active in her church. Debbie touched the lives of so many people and will always be remembered with love and kindness. A loving daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend, Debbie will be dearly missed and will never be forgotten. Debbie leaves behind to cherish her memory, her parents; her husband of 21 years, Pastor Allen Williams; her daughters, Rainey Williams Wetter, Rebekah Williams, and Rachel Williams; and her brother, Brian Falls and wife, Sharon. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, March 31, 2017 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services with Pastor Allen Williams and Rev. Marc Sanders officiating. Burial will follow at Pineview Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives on Thursday, March 30, 2017 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lighthouse Baptist Church, P. O. Box 7304, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and 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. Visitation Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Thursday 3/30, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Service Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Friday 3/31, 2:00 pm Cemetery Pineview Cemetery 761 N. Raleigh Road Rocky Mount, NC 27801

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  1. Dear Allen and girls, Mom (Pat Garris) and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you. Look to the Lord for strength and comfort. Blessings, Renee Coppedge

  2. Light a candle for Debbie Williams my BFF. Will her so very much. So grateful to have had her as a friend. She is now an Angel watching over us.

  3. Debbie was a sweet friend. Allen, Rainey, Rebekah, and Rachel I am so sorry for your loss. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

  4. She would always say that when Allen and I got together. She didn’t know what we were going to do or say. I enjoyed picking on her.

  5. Debbie was such a good friend, a wonderful vibrant person, a devoted wife and dedicated mother. God graced me with the privilege of getting to know her and her family. She was a gifted individual who looked for opportunities to serve and did it well. Her legacy will long be remembered until we join her in heaven. Lester Evans

  6. Allen, Rainey, Rachel and Rebekah I am so glad I had the privilege of meeting Debbie years ago. She had such a sweet, kind and loving air about her and always made one feel so special in her presence. She will surely be missed by all who knew her. Our prayers are with you and all your family. Allan & Janice Dickens

  7. An angel here on earth, and now one of God’s angels. I will see you again my sweet friend. Praying that God wrap his loving arms around your family during this especially difficult time.

  8. But a tiny gift of school memories. I am so sorry Betty, Brian, husband Sir, who I have not met, your precious daughters who no doubt loved their Mom dearly. I am praying for peace and healing. I hurt and grieve with you all. I was honored to have been in North Roanoke Baptist Church Youth group with Debbie. Blessings! Andy Stevens

  9. Linda and I are praying for you, brother. We cherished your friendship during our Southeastern and Cornerstone days. Glad Debbie is home with Jesus. He will strengthen and sustain you. David and Linda Lindgens

  10. So sorry for your loss,, Miss Debbie was always so happy and would brighten everyone’s day…..she will dearly be missed….Teddy and MaryAnn

  11. I had the opportunity of working with Debbie when she first took the position at the NRBA and I filled her shoes at another church. We continued to keep in touch through the NRBA when I moved on to another church and she starting working at Lifeway. She always had such a sweet, vibrant spirit and she will be deeply missed. My prayers for the family. ~ Albina M. Hicks

  12. The LifeWay Christian Store of Rocky Mount Would like to extend sincere Condolences to the family of Debbie Williams. Allen, Rainey, Rebecca and Rachel, your mother was a wonderful asset to our Store and to the Community as a whole. She will be missed. May you receive comfort from the Lord Jesus Christ Who will never leave us without Hope! God Bless and keep You in His Care. Cresenti S Williams, Store Manager

  13. I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Deborah Elaine Falls Williams. The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, especially during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. By prayer and supplication along with thanksgiving, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. Philippians 46 May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer

  14. Sorry to hear about Deborah! I remember when we took ESL classes together and it was so much fun. Deborah was such lovely person and I will miss her. You and your family are in my though and prayers!


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