Welcome to Williams Funeral Home
View Location 803-773-6422
Welcome to Williams Funeral Home
View Location 803-773-6422
We want you to feel comfortable and at home. Our goal is to make our guests, and your guests, feel at home, or at ease. We understand the importance of our role in the celebration of the life of your beloved family member. We continue to pledge our service and support to the community of Sumter and the surrounding areas. We owe these communities a debt of gratitude for their years of trust and support.
We provide this website to you as a way to answer some of your questions about Williams Funeral Home, Inc. and its services. While we view our website as a service to you, we do not consider it a substitute for personal contact and service. So if you have questions you would like to discuss, or there is a way we may assist you, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Moses “Tripp” Leon Gary III, 40, of Sumter, departed this life on Friday, May 8, 2026. He was born on August 14, 1985, in Sumter, to the late Moses Gary Jr. and Deloris Ann Gary. Moses attended the public schools of Sumter County and furthered his education at The Sumter Career Center, where he earned a two-year welding certificate. He later obtained his forklift license and continued his employment with Eaton in Sumter, South Carolina. His precious memories will be cherished by his wife,... Read More
Rev. Retha M. Nelson, daughter of the late Leon Mungin and Everlina Porter, was born July 7, 1952 in Hollywood, South Carolina. She departed this earthly life on May 5, 2026 at Prisma Health Richland Heart Hospital, Columbia, South Carolina. Her precious memories will be cherished by her family, other relatives and friends. Visitation will be 2:00 – 6:00 p. m., Thursday, May 14, 2026 in the John Wesley Williams Sr. Memorial Chapel of Williams Funeral Home, Inc., 821 North Main Street,... Read More
Inez B. Kennedy (affectionately known by her family as “Nell”) was born on November 21, 1940 in Mayeville, SC to the late John and Anna Burgess. On April 26, 2026, she gained her heavenly wings in Jonesboro, GA. Inez received her education in the Sumter County Public Schools and graduated from Lincoln High School. Inez was a lifelong and devoted member of Unionville AME Church. Memories of her love and life remain indelible with her children, family and friends. Funeral services will be... Read More
Tevin Johnson, 35, son of the late Roosevelt Johnson and Shirley (Eddie) Mack, was born on July 6, 1990, in Sumter, SC. He departed this life on Monday, April 6, 2026, at his residence surrounded by family and loved ones. The family will receive relatives and friends starting Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. daily at the home, 425 Arlington Road, Sumter SC. A private graveside service will be held Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
