Alma Pearl (Folds) Williams

Alma Pearl Folds Williams of Fremont, North Carolina passed away Sunday evening, December 8, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family.  Alma was born January 9, 1935 in Westlake, Louisiana. She met and married Wallace Williams, a native of North Carolina, in 1952.  They had 5 children and lived in Louisiana until 1972.  At that time, her husband, Wallace wanting to return to his roots bought a farm and moved the family to Fremont.

Alma devoted her entire life to being a devoted wife and mom.  However, after the children were older she pursued her education, graduated from college at the age of 45, and became a teacher at Speight Middle School.  She taught for 15 years before retiring.

After retiring she enjoyed traveling with her husband, bible studies, quilting, cooking, and most of all being “Granny.”

From an early age Alma’s life was anchored in her love for God.  She accepted Christ as a child and nurtured her faith throughout her life.  She was a faithful member of Mt. Nelson Missionary Baptist Church.  She served her church in many capacities including singing in the choir, teaching classes, and serving on committees.  Alma was always willing and eager to use her spiritual gifts of helps and hospitality.  Her dedication and determination inspired those around her.

Alma can best be described as a true southern “Steel Magnolia.”

Alma is preceded in death by her husband, Wallace Williams and her daughter Debra Denise Williams.

She is survived by 4 children, 7 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Children:

Janette Gandy (Steve Gandy) of Lexington, NC

Tamra Renfrow (Robbie Renfrow) of Fremont, NC

Wallace “Bubby” Williams, Jr (Wanda Williams) of Fremont, NC

Jimmy Williams (Tamera Williams) of Fremont, NC

Grandchildren:

Kresha Waldrop (Eric Waldrop)

Jordan Gandy

Chanda Madar (Tom Madar)

Jason Lewis (Hollie Lewis)

Brandie Williams

Brandon Williams

Crystal Teasley (Derek Teasley)

Great Grandchildren

Hudson Waldrop (Clara Waldrop)

Mitchell Waldrop

Lyla Grace Gandy

Hunter Jones

Nick Lewis

Zoe Lewis

Kaleyah Johnson

Omarreyon Johnson

Curtis Morris

Brooklyn Morris

Tavian Watson

Audrey Teasley

Dakota Teasley

Great-Great-Grandchildren:

Naomi Johnson

The family has comfort in knowing that Alma is restored to perfect health and is rejoicing in the presence of her Savior who she so faithfully served.

The family will receive friends Friday, December 13, 2024 from 2 until 2:45 p.m. in the fellowship hall of Mount Nelson Missionary Baptist Church in Eureka.  A service to celebrate her life will follow at 3 p.m. in the church sanctuary.  Burial will then follow at Williams Family Cemetery, Reidtown Road in Fremont.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Mount Nelson Missionary Baptist Church Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.

Services entrusted to the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.

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