Lloyd Henry Williams, Sr., age 91, passed away on May 1, 2018 at the Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital, Ahoskie, NC
Mr. Williams was born on May 26, 1926 to Vann Cohen and Nannie Barncastle Williams in Hertford County, NC. Lloyd served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany after World War II. After serving his country, Lloyd returned home and started farming. He spent his life outdoors, from tending the land, to raising chickens, to gardening. He enjoyed his time making things grow. Lloyd was a member of Christian Harbor Baptist Church and Wiccacon Lodge #240 A.F. & A.M. He loved spending time with his family and will be greatly missed by all that knew him.
Besides his parents, Lloyd was preceded in death by a son, Donald Carroll Williams, and four brothers, Albert, Rudolph, James, and Joseph Williams.
Lloyd is survived by his loving wife, Edna, a son, Lloyd “Hank” Williams Jr. and wife Dianne of Harrellsville, NC; a daughter, Jennifer Hodge of Selma, NC; three grandsons, Ethan Williams, Joshua Williams, and Brent Harrelson; along with numerous nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening, May 2, 2018, from 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm at Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service, Ahoskie, NC and other times at the home.
A celebration of life funeral service will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at 2:00 pm at the Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service – Ahoskie Chapel, Ahoskie, NC, with Rev. Joe Futrell, officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Gardens, Ahoskie, NC.
Memorial contributions may be made directly to the Christian Harbor Baptist Church, 1432 Swains Mill Road, Harrellsville, NC 27942 or online by clicking here.
Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service – Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Williams family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.
My condolences to you and your family. May God strengthen and comfort you during your time of bereavement.
My handsome Uncle … he was so kind and loving, fun and led his family well. Such fond memories of summers on his farm.
Uncle Lloyd you were aways kind and loving to me and my sisters growing up. Loved seeing you at family events and talking to you. Heaven has gained one of my sweet and loving family members. Until we meet on the streets in heaven we love you. Prayers for your family in the weeks and days to come.
Uncle Lloyd was a blessing to many people in life and he will truly be missed. Uncle Lloyd and Aunt Edna recently attended a pre-wedding party for my daughter and a birthday party for my mom even though it was a struggle to get there. He loved some corned herrings and I am so glad I got to cook for him one more time before he passed away. To aunt Edna, we love you and will be praying for peace and comfort.
Uncle Lloyd you can rest in peace now in the arms of your Savior. You will be greatly missed. You and Aunt Edna were a blessing to a lot of people including myself. I remember as a child when y’all would come over to granddaddies house. Y’all were just like Dick Clark never ageing. LOL I remember telling y’all I wanted some of that water y’all were drinking. Everyone could tell that you and Aunt Edna really loved one another and were the best of friends. You will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. Love, Tommy
Lloyd was a very fine gentleman. He always had a kind and friendly way of treating people. He enjoyed sharing from his garden and the last time I saw him, he gave me a watermelon.
My love and prayers go out to Edna and his family and friends. May God bless and comfort you.
You will be truly missed by those of us that LOVED YOU and will always remember how Sweet you were to us. Edward and I Loved you Dearly!!