Welcome to Williams Funeral Home
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.
Rayburn (Freddie) Gardner departed the earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 27, 2026, at his residence. He was born on September 17, 1950, in Lee County and was the son of the late Olean Gardner. He graduated from Dennis High School with the Class of 1968. At an early age, he became a member of St. John AME Church, where he served in member many capacities when needed. He leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, children, family, other relatives and... Read More
Deloris Champagne McFadden was born on January 13, 1950, in Lee County, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late George Murray Champagne and Willie Mae McDuffie Champagne. On August 25, 1972, she married the late Harvey Lee McFadden. Deloris peacefully departed this earthly life and entered into the arms of her Heavenly Father on the morning of July 19, 2026. Deloris was formally educated in the public schools of Sumter, where she attended Lincoln High School. Deloris had a rare... Read More
Katie Mae Gibson, 77, oldest daughter of the late James and Lottie Wilson Bradley, was born on October 12, 1948 in Sumter, SC. She passed away on July 13, 2026 at Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Columbia. Katie attended the public schools of Sumter County and graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1967. She was employed with Cooper Tools for over 20 years. She leaves to cherish her memories: her children, family, other relatives and friends. Homegoing Celebration will be... Read More
Celebrating The Life 'Reflections' Rosa Ruth White was born on September 24, 1945 to the late Robert Lee Plowden and Gladys Plowden. She entered into eternal rest peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at her home. Rosa was educated in the Sumter County public schools. She had a passion for working in the manufacturing district. For 30 years, she worked in several companies including Charmhouse, US Textile, and Madison Zimac and an additional 20 years with Companion Care. Rosa joined... Read More