Rayford Lee Williams Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Rayford Lee Williams of Lincolnton, North Carolina is shared. Rayford, born on December 31, 1934, passed away on October 4, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ruth Neal Williams and Tom Williams (Ava); and his brothers, Ralph, Wade and Tommy "Kack" Williams.
He is survived by: his children, Rickey Williams, Sr. of Lincolnton, Wanda Jenkins (Roger) of Maiden and Luann Walker (Alan) of Newton; his sisters, Penny Cantrell (Tony) of Vale and Doris Wilson (Joe) of Iron Station; and his sister-in-law Evelyn Williams of Lincolnton. He is also survived by six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 7th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Warlick Funeral Home (125 Dave Warlick Dr, Lincolnton, NC 28092). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 8th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Warlick Funeral Home Chapel (125 Dave Warlick Dr, Lincolnton, NC 28092).
Memorial gifts may be made to VIA Health Partners, PO Box 470408, Charlotte, NC 28247.
