Betty Jean Williams
December 13, 1930 ~ March 9, 2012
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Betty Jean Williams, 81, of McKinney Road, Asheville, died Friday, March 9, 2012, at the John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center.
A native of Buncombe Co., she was a daughter of the late Herbert and Florence Kent Elkins. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clyde J. Williams, and by her sister, Frances Stanley.
Mrs. Williams is survived by daughters, Sharon Robinson (Bobby), and Susan Coleman (David); sons, James Timothy Williams (Patty), Jeff Williams (Patricia), and Keith Williams (Betty); nine grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters, Edith Travis (Ray), and Joyce Crisp; and brother, Herbert Elkins, Jr.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Monday in the Patton Ave. chapel of Groce Funeral Home, with Chaplain Karen Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Pisgah View Memorial Park.
Her family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to CarePartners Hospice, P.O. Box 25338, Asheville, NC 28813.
So sorry for your loss. Betty was a very sweet lady, always smiling. I will always remember her beautiful smile. She will be greatly missed.
Larry, Laura, Jonathan, Kristin, & Aubree Shepherd
I always think of Betty as very pleasant and kind. She made everyone feel special. She will be missed. My love and thoughts are with the family in this time of sorrow.
We knew that morning that God was going to call your name,
In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone,
For part of us went with you, the day God called you home.
You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same,
But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Even though I only had the priveledge of knowing you for a short time I will cherish it forever. You are a special person that will be missed by many. I love you and my prayers are with everyone feeling this loss.
You were loved by everyone. You were a wonderful mother, grand mother, and great grand mother. You will forever be in our hearts and the love you shared will live on through us all. I will see you again one day up in heaven. God has you now and you will suffer no more. I love you very much Mamaw.
My heart breaks for all of you. I know how much Betty meant to so many people. She was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. I don’t think that I ever saw her without her smile. Her personality could light up a room. It is my prayer that the memories you have will sustain you through this difficult time. We love you all!
Curtis, Heather, & Hayden Odom
So sorry for your loss, you are in my prayers.
Deb.
Sharon and family, Betty was a true blessing for our family. For years she was the constant friend and helper to my uncle Herbert Johnson and made his life happier and healthier. Every time I was in town and saw Betty, she greeted me and everyone with a huge smile and a positive, loving comment…no matter what the situation. I am grateful for her and join you in giving thanks to God for a life well lived!
We were so sorry to hear about Betty. She was a very close friend of our uncle, Herbert Johnson, and we spent lots of holidays and vacations and Sunday dinners with her. She was family to us and we have memories of many wonderful times together. Our thoughts are with all of Betty’s children, grandchildren, and other family and friends at this difficult time.
Sharon Wells, Jayne Wells, Heather,and Kim
I’m deeply sorry for your loss. Aunt Betty was such a sweet kind loving person. Evertime I think of her I see her smiling because you’d never see her without her beautiful smile. Even if she was sad, she still managed to smile. We will miss her & all of you are in my prayers.
I was so sorry to hear about Betty. Sharon, you and Betty were like family to me. We all shared some good, fun times together. My love and thoughts are with you and your family. Love Judy
I thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Betty was always good to me growing up on Arbutus Road. I will never forget the kindness she showed our family when my Father died.
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of your Mother,when I was growing up . She was a wonderful person and neighborhood Mom . My prayers are with you all.
Sherrie McKinney Harris
Jeff,& Family So sorry to hear of your loss. Even though we are many miles apart, you are still in my thoughts quite often.Nathan & Randy’s mom.
If You Could See Me Now…
If you could see me now you wouldn’t shed a tear.
Though you may not understand why I’m no longer there.
Remember my spirit that is the real me because I’m still very
Much alive, I’ve just been set free, Oh, if you could only see!
I have beheld our Father’s face and I’ve touched my Savior’s
Hand. All of Heaven’s angels rejoiced as I entered the promised
Land. Beyond the gates of pearl I’ve walked on the golden streets.
I’ve touched the walls of jasper and dipped my foot in the
Crystal sea. The beauty is beyond words and nothing could
Compare, I’ve even seen your mansion and someday
I’ll meet you there. Let Jesus be your guide because
His Word will show you the way! So please don’t
Cry because we will meet again someday.
Mamaw I look forward to that meeting day.Until then I love you and I will see you soon.
You were here but now you are gone.Wish you could stay longer but God needed you more.There is another angel at his feet. We all loved you and you loved us back no matter what.I hpoe to see you again someday in heaven above.You are no longer in pain or suffering .God took you that day and said no more.We love you very much Mother and grandmother.Now you can rest and have no more worries .Although you will be dealy missed.You will live on through our hearts forever.Rest in peace preious Mother,Grandmother,and GreatGreatGrandMother. I Love You moma your daughters, Susan,Sharon
Sorry for your loss. Praying that your family will find comfort in precious memories never lost for those we hold dear in our hearts.