Carolyn Thompson Williams, age 91, of Stuart, passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at The Landmark Center. She was born in Stuart on April 13, 1932, to the late Dr. William N. Thompson and Opal Ingram Thompson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Christian V. Williams.
Mrs. Williams attended Westhampton College at the University of Richmond before returning to Stuart to raise her family and assist her father with his medical practice. She also served as the food service coordinator for Patrick County Schools for many years. Later, she and her husband were proprietors of the Green Hill Western apparel and equestrian store in Stuart. Mrs. Williams was a lifelong member of Stuart Baptist Church. She will be remembered for her sharp wit and as a devoted wife.
Surviving are two daughters and a son, Becky Nowlin of Stuart, Beverly Joachim of Roanoke, and Rodger Williams (Teresa) of Stuart; eight grandchildren, Terrence Nowlin, Meredith Nowlin, Andrew Joachim, Bradley Joachim (Lindsey Umstead), Christopher Joachim (Rebekah), Eli Williams (Emily), Luke Williams, and Levi Williams; two great-grandchildren, Amelie Griffith and Róisín Joachim; a sister and two brothers, Joan Conway of Sarasota, Florida, William Thompson of Stuart, and Murray Thompson (Dianne) of Elkton, Maryland; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 20, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Stuart Baptist Church with Pastors Mark Hackler and Stephen Dixon officiating. Burial will follow in Stuart Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Flowers are welcome, or memorial donations may be made to Stuart Baptist Church, P.O. Box 472, Stuart, Va. 24171. Online condolences may be sent to www.moodyfuneralservices.com.
