Joann Williams departed this life surrounded by the love and memories of those whose lives she touched deeply. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend whose kindness, strength, and love will forever remain in the hearts of her family and all who knew her.

Joann was preceded in death by her grandmother, Josephine Addison; her mother, Verdia Mae Finley; her brothers, Sherman Booker Addison and Billy Gean Jones; and her beloved grandson, Leshonn Jones.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory her loving grandchildren: Jazzamon Keith, Gerald Keith, Melanie Keith, Malcolm Keith, Undree Keith, Latrice Jones, Raven Jones, Aaliyah Jones, and Ciera Jones.

She also leaves behind her treasured great-grandchildren: Jayde Patton, Janelle Patton, Jaya Patton, Niyomi Hood, Le'ontae Strothger, O'merea Strothger, Ares Keith, Mila Keith, Lorenzo Keith, Derrick Neely, Demetrius Young, Angelica Kimble, and Amina Kimble.

Joann also leaves behind her dear great-aunt, Louise Jones; her cherished nieces, Michelle Reynolds, Annastine Grisby, and Pauletta Robinson; and her beloved sons-in-law and daughters-in-law, James Knight, Bryan Patton, Aurora Jones, and Lauren Soberains.

Her life was a blessing, her memory a treasure, and the love she gave will continue to live on through generations.

Granny's Goodbye

"I am missing your smile right now and those hugs and kisses, all the joy you brought to our lives. I know this is not goodbye, but see you later, Granny. You will always be with us, watching over us. I love you, and just for that, you will live on in our hearts forever. God has His arms and hands open to welcome you home, Granny. The light is on you until we meet again. Love always, your grandchildren."

My Mom's Farewell

"I have spent many years enjoying life with you, learning lessons from you, Mom. You have been my everything for so long, and now my best friend, I have to let you go. My heart breaks at the thought of saying goodbye. As the memories close in closer and closer, our time together will never be forgotten. All the love, laughter, and joy you brought to my life, I'm truly grateful for my time with you. Mom, have a safe journey, my everything. I will always love you, Mom, my gift from God."

Psalm 23

"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."

John 11:25

"Jesus said to her, 'I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.'"