Ms. Bernice Williams

August 7, 1931 - May 8, 2016

Bernice Williams, 85, returned to her heavenly home on May 8, 2016. Though her death was sudden, her devotion to her family and love for God will allow her to rest with the Lord. Bernice was born to the late Oscar and Magnolia Williams, in Starksville, Mississippi on August 7, 1931. She was immersed into the Christian community that would be her lifelong support from an early age. Her loving parents and large extended family contributed to her life greatly. Though Bernice was the only child in their household she had many close aunts, uncles and cousins in her neighborhood to fill her childhood with laughter and joy She lived in Starksville, St. Louis and Detroit and settled in Kalamazoo with her parents I the 60’s. Bernice retired from Upjohn Pharmaceuticals in the late 90’s and was a full time caretaker for her parents. Bernice raised her son, Stanley with love, discipline and humility. She often took him to family gatherings and they enjoyed vacationing across the states. Though her son past in 1994 she was devoted to holding his memory to her heart. Bernice was known for her outgoing personality and ability to make friends wherever she went. Her love for baking delicious cakes pies and candies was one of the many blessings she enjoyed sharing with loved ones. She is dearly missed by her family and friends, who celebrate the fact that she is at peace with her creator. Bernice is survived by her granddaughter, Kaii Williams-Thomas the daughter of Kai Jackson and Stanley Dale Williams and her 2 great-grandchildren Khalil and Kaylana Jones.