Lucy Elizabeth "Lib" Williams of Woodleaf, NC, has passed away, leaving behind a family and community who loved her dearly.
Some lives speak quietly; her is one such story.
Lucy spent her working life as ['beautician'] and held deeply to the Baptist faith — and was, by all accounts, loved by those who knew her best.
What is held in faith is rarely lost.
Lucy "Lib" Elizabeth Lanning Williams, 87, of Woodleaf, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville.
She was born June 13, 1938 in Swannaona, NC to the late Troy Lanning and Lola Pittman Lanning. Lib worked as a beautician, owning "Libby"s Beauty Shop". She was known for her wonderful cooking, and in her spare time she enjoyed working in her flower garden and putting together puzzles. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Lib was a member of Woodleaf Baptist Church, and a devout Christian who loved the Lord.
In addition to her parents, Lib was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Charlie Williams; siblings, Violet Lanning Whetstine, Betty Lanning Parker, and James Lanning.
Lib is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Earnhardt of Woodleaf, NC; son, Chris Williams of Woodleaf; grandchildren, Jessica Cofer (Casey), Caleb Link; great-grandchildren, Ayden Cofer, Branson Cofer, Blake Cofer, and Kylie Cofer; siblings, Harold Lanning (Pat), Troy Lanning, and Robert Lanning (Lucy).
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Phyllis Smith, among many other friends and extended family, for all their love and support.
There will be a Celebration of Life held on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 at 4pm at Woodleaf Baptist Church, 7790 Woodleaf Road, Woodleaf, NC 27054. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 3pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Woodleaf Baptist Church – General Fund, P.O. Box 360 Woodleaf, NC 27054.
Carolina Cremation is assisting the Williams family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
