BORN

1936

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Lakewood South Funeral Home

430 MCCLUER RD

Jackson, Mississippi

Norma Williams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 8, 2017.

Norma Ann Williams, 80, Born November 26, 1936, died October 7, 2017, at Merit Health Central Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held at Lakewood Funeral Home, 6011 Clinton Blvd, Jackson, MS, on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM with funeral services to follow in the chapel. Interment will follow at Lakewood South Memorial Park.



MS Williams, formerly Norma Browning of Carrollton, MS., was a long time resident of Clinton, MS, a retired High School English and Spanish teacher with Hinds County and Yazoo City Schools. MS Williams was beloved by her students. She was a graduate of J.Z George High School in Carrollton, MS, and earned a BA and M.Ed. in English Literature and Speech from Mississippi College. She loved the Theatre, literature, especially Shakespeare, and all types of music. MS Williams was known for her keen intellect, quick wit, and culinary skills. She was a previous member of First Baptist and Parkway Churches of Clinton, MS. At the time of her death she resided at Brookdale Senior Living in Clinton, MS., where she amused the staff daily. Her greatest joy and pride came from caring for her grandchildren, and she delighted in their many accomplishments.



She is survived by her sister, Carol Sue Cassidy of McCarley, MS., former spouse John M. Williams of Jackson, MS; her three daughters, Johnelyn Wilson of Little Rock, AR., Cindy Ringler of Clinton, MS., husband Lance Ringler, Melissa Corry of Olive Branch, MS., husband Michael Corry, 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.



In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blair E Batson Children’s Hospital at www.umc.edu/childrenshospital



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October 11, 2017

Lifting up prayers for your family during this sad time. May your find peace and comfort, knowing she's in a better place. I'll always remember her wit, dialects and humor. Norma was a very special woman and she will be missed...Peter & Jan Peitz

October 11, 2017

Cindy, praying for you and your sweet family of loving care givers...she was blessed to have you....Alecia and Paul Adcock

October 10, 2017

So so sorry Cindy. We love you and you are in our prayers! Jay and Lou Anne Morgan

October 10, 2017

Cindy, Johnelyn, and Missy: Oh, how I love "Norms"❤. I am so sorry. She always made me feel welcome, and her quick wit was delightful! I treasure my memories at y'all's home, and I treasure my visits and talks with Norms. Love, love, love, Bracken

October 10, 2017

Paulette Ross

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May God give y'all comfort during this difficult time. Know y'all are in my prayers.

October 9, 2017

Edie Woods Lane

Johnelyn, Cindy and Missy - so, so sorry for your loss! I have so many wonderful memories of your mama!! God rest her soul!!

October 9, 2017

Susan and Tony Hampton

I am so very sorry for the loss of sweet Ms. Norma . I have many happy ,fun memories of her from our high school paint parties at your home on McRaven Road. Love , hugs and prayers for the whole family.

October 9, 2017

Susan Cassidy Herod

I'll always have happy memories of Aunt Norma. She was always so much fun to be around. Mama and Daddy, Bill and I will see y'all tomorrow

October 9, 2017

STEVE/MARGARET ADAMS

Beautiful lady. We remember the days when we visited at Mama Will"s. Love and prayers to all of you.

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1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Lakewood Funeral Home

6011 Clinton Blvd, Jackson, MS

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10

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3:00 p.m.

Lakewood Funeral Home

6011 Clinton Blvd, Jackson, MS

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Lakewood South Memorial Park

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