Shirley Margaret Pate Williams

Shirley Margaret Pate Williams 78, of Gainesville, passed away on December 13, 2014.




Shirley was born in Cairo, GA on May 27, 1936 to the late Walter Lee and Mary Elizabeth Durham Pate.




She was predeceased by her youngest son David Williams.




She is survived by her husband of sixty-one years Julius Williams, sons Michael Williams (Renee) Cartersville, GA, Charles (Buzzy) Williams (Judy) and Steve Williams (Beverly) Gainesville, grandchildren Nick Williams (Emily), Whitney Williams, Jessie Leigh Williams, Kellye Williams, Cameron Williams, and Jackson Williams, sister Carolyn Godwin of Tallassee, AL, daughter-in-law Sally Williams of Norcross and numerous nieces and nephews.




A devoted wife and mother, she delighted in raising her children and being surrounded by the chaos four boys, their friends, a dog, and a cat could create. In time her devotion turned unsparingly to her grandchildren and she reveled in opportunities to shower them with the same love and affection. In addition to her own grandchildren,, Shirley nurtured and cared for her "adopted" grandchildren, Jessica, Olivia, Kaitlyn, Baby David, and Jennifer.




Shirley suffered from a stroke fifteen years ago, but despite her disability, she continued to enjoy life immensely. She was a favorite "guest" at all The Guest House, and the family was tremendously grateful for the wonderful care provided by the staff.




Services will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at Memorial Park North Riverside Chapel. Dr. Terry Crawford will officiate. The family will receive friends on Saturday, December 20, 2014 from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the funeral home.



In lieu of flowers the family encourages donations to be made to The Guest House, 360 Oak Street Suite A Gainesville, GA 30501.



A thank you is also due to New Holland Baptist Church, where Shirley was a member and Martha Davis, for their care and kindness to Shirley.



Memorial Park North Riverside Chapel 989 Riverside Drive Gainesville, GA 30501. 770-297-6200 or for those who desire online condolences at www.memorialparkfuneralhomes.com.