Rochelle Smith Williams, 93, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2020. She was born May 10, 1926 in Nash County to the late George and Emma Smith. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Willie Fred Williams; one child; six brothers and six sisters.

She is survived by three daughters Janice Bass (Alvin Sr.), Linda Pleasants and Pat Ellis; eight grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Moss officiating at Williams Family Cemetery.