Gloria Jean Williams, age 79, was born October 14, 1937 to Bennie and Lizzia Williams in Birmingham, Alabama.

Gloria departed this life on May 12, 2017 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and was preceded in death by her parents, 1 daughter; Charmin Jones and 1 brother; Walter Williams.

Gloria leaves to cherish her memory 1 daughter; Tanya Jones, 2 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.

Public visitation will be held on Monday, May 22, 2017 at Ivy K Gillespie Memorial Chapel, 1865 Eastern Ave. SE, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at Messiah Missionary Baptist Church, 513 Henry SE, at 11:00 AM. Friends may meet with the family one hour prior to services at 10:00 AM.