First Lady Bernice Williams Bennett Obituary
The passing of First Lady Bernice Williams Bennett (Hephzibah, Georgia) occurred on June 5, 2026. First shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of First Lady Bernice Williams Bennett or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
First touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While First’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She is survived by: her sons, Lamont Williams and Sammie Bennett Jr.; and her siblings, Ruthie Kelly, Margie James-Brown, Rosa Williams and Arthur Johnson (Maud). She is also survived by eleven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
