Elliott “Eddie” Franklin Williams, age 81, of Maiden, NC, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Sunday, June 6, 2021 at his residence. “Eddie” was born October 2, 1939 in Lincoln County to the late Frank Williams and Ruby Lee Shrum Williams. Eddie was a graduate of Maiden High School, Emmanuel College in Franklin Springs, GA, and Lenoir Rhyne University. In his younger years, he was active in the Jaycees and served as president during his membership. Eddie was owner and operator of NAPA auto parts in Lincolnton. He was a member of the NC Automotive Association and also a former president and member of NC Automotive Wholesale Association.
He was a life-long member of Living Word Church in Maiden. He served as Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, and church treasurer. Eddie was an active leader with Gideons International and a former president of the Lincoln County Chapter.
Eddie loved Emmanuel College and supported many students financially through scholarships. He served on the Board of Trustees, and was also a former president of the Emmanuel Alumni Association. He loved the Lord, his church and had a true servant’s heart. He loved his family deeply, and shared Jesus with them throughout his life. He was an avid gardener, his favorite moments were the times he spent with his wife, Jan, in their beautiful vegetable garden. He was loved by so many, impacted countless lives, and will be missed always.
He is survived by:
Wife of 53 years: Janice L. Williams of the home
Son: Jason Williams (fiancé Jennifer Harman) of Maiden
Daughter: Kris W. Poovey (Brad) of Maiden
3 Grandchildren: Riley, Avery, Presley Poovey of Maiden
3 Brothers: Gerald Williams (Dottie) of Lincolnton, Nelson Williams (Peggy) of Lincolnton, Ronnie Williams of Lincolnton
Numerous nieces and nephews
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Living Word Church in Maiden with Rev. Michael Ainsworth and Pastor Brennan Travis officiating.
Burial will follow in Maiden City Cemetery in Maiden.
Memorials may be made to Living Word Church or Gideons International-Lincoln Camp.
Burke Mortuary in Maiden is serving the Williams family.
[Editor's Note: I am grateful to Hugh Hoyle for sending me this news story about Eddie Williams passing. I knew him. I have seen him and his wife, Jan, on numerous occasions at Emmanuel College. My wife, Melvine Stewart Morgan (now deceased) knew them. She grew up in Eden, NC (Draper Village) near Maiden. I send my condolences to Janice and her family. May God surround you with the glory of His presence in this time of grief.]
He was a life-long member of Living Word Church in Maiden. He served as Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, and church treasurer. Eddie was an active leader with Gideons International and a former president of the Lincoln County Chapter.
Eddie loved Emmanuel College and supported many students financially through scholarships. He served on the Board of Trustees, and was also a former president of the Emmanuel Alumni Association. He loved the Lord, his church and had a true servant’s heart. He loved his family deeply, and shared Jesus with them throughout his life. He was an avid gardener, his favorite moments were the times he spent with his wife, Jan, in their beautiful vegetable garden. He was loved by so many, impacted countless lives, and will be missed always.
He is survived by:
Wife of 53 years: Janice L. Williams of the home
Son: Jason Williams (fiancé Jennifer Harman) of Maiden
Daughter: Kris W. Poovey (Brad) of Maiden
3 Grandchildren: Riley, Avery, Presley Poovey of Maiden
3 Brothers: Gerald Williams (Dottie) of Lincolnton, Nelson Williams (Peggy) of Lincolnton, Ronnie Williams of Lincolnton
Numerous nieces and nephews
The funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Living Word Church in Maiden with Rev. Michael Ainsworth and Pastor Brennan Travis officiating.
Burial will follow in Maiden City Cemetery in Maiden.
Memorials may be made to Living Word Church or Gideons International-Lincoln Camp.
Burke Mortuary in Maiden is serving the Williams family.
[Editor's Note: I am grateful to Hugh Hoyle for sending me this news story about Eddie Williams passing. I knew him. I have seen him and his wife, Jan, on numerous occasions at Emmanuel College. My wife, Melvine Stewart Morgan (now deceased) knew them. She grew up in Eden, NC (Draper Village) near Maiden. I send my condolences to Janice and her family. May God surround you with the glory of His presence in this time of grief.]