Emily O. Williams

February 17, 1938 - February 7, 2020

Emily O. Williams, 81, of Charles City, VA transitioned to her heavenly home on Friday, February 7, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Simon Jones and Frances Banks and her husband of 43 years, Everett “Dumpsey” Williams. She accepted Christ at an early age, and was a lifetime member of Elam Baptist Church where she served on various boards and committees. She was a faithful and dedicated member until her health declined and she could no longer attend services. She was educated in the Charles City Public School system A few of the many jobs that she had were Charles City County Public School system, where she was employed for many years. She made mouthwatering pies and biscuits at the Chickahominy House Restaurant. Her pound cakes and potato salad were a favorite in her family. We always knew the food was going to be perfect. Thanksgiving and Christmas was her favorite time to cook a huge meal for her family. Her biggest joy in life was her children, whom she loved unconditionally. Precious memories will be left in the hearts of her children, Carroll Banks, Glenn Banks (Debbie), Clyde Banks (Teresa), Delrosas Banks, Rose Stewart, Everett Jr. and Lolita Williams, eight grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and her brother-in-law, Thomas R. Williams (Ann). She also leaves to cherish her memory, her devoted cousins, Doretha, Althea P., Sylvia and David Brown, Belinda Mason and Curtis Jones. She also leaves behind a special list of people who include Serita (granddaughter) and Jerome Forehand, Lloyd “Ricky” Jones and newest devoted cousins, Jayceon and Jordyn Wood. Her precious memories will remain in the heart of her faithful caregiver, Tamika Morris. She will be greatly missed by her devoted ex daughter-in-law, Veralyn Ruttley, who always thought of her as her second “Mom.”