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Etta Williams Obituary

A native of Woodville, Ms and resident of Baton Rouge, La., passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2014, at age of 77. She leaves to cherish her memories: a daughter, Bonnie B. Williams of Baton Rouge, La.; two granddaughters, Yaskitha S. Williams and Camika (Marcus) Williams; one grandson, Cori Cornell Williams; 9 great-grandchildren, two godchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation on Friday, July 11, 2014, from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Richmond Park, 3115 Newton St., Baton Rouge, La. Services conducted by Rev. William Davis Sr. Interment at Beech Grove Cemetery in Woodville, Ms. Services entrusted to Desselle Funeral Home.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 10 to Jul. 11, 2014.
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To the Williams family,

Weeping may endure for a night, but Joy of the Lord comes in the morning!!!

I was sorry to here that Aunt Etta had passed. She was always a joy to be around. I pray God's healing for the family.

Renee' LeDuff Vaughn

July 11, 2014

To the family of Sister Etta Williams. Our prayers are with you. From: The District Chorus and District Ushers of

The Emmanuel Baptist Church Aid Association

July 11, 2014

Pastor Wilfred and Judith Fontenot

July 10, 2014

To my family,
You all have been blessed for many years with Aunt Etta. She will be missed but never ever forgotton. May her legacy live on through each of you. Keep your heads up and know that she's alright now. Her wings have been granted from our Father.

Love Always,
Shannon

Shannon Hills

July 10, 2014

God, is still in control and please continue to look to the hills, which cometh your help. We loved Dr. Williams, but God, loved her best. She was a kind and gentle soul that's truly going to be missed. I'll be praying and lifting you all up as always.

Rev. Segmund Freeman

July 10, 2014

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