Bedford "Bud" Elijah Williams's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2026 in Smithfield, North Carolina

Bedford "Bud" Elijah Williams

February 3, 1946 - May 1, 2026 (80 years old)

Smithfield, North Carolina

Bedford "Bud" Elijah Williams's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2026 in Smithfield, North Carolina
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Bedford "Bud" Elijah Williams

February 3, 1946 - May 1, 2026 (80 years old)

Smithfield, North Carolina

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Bedford Elijah Williams Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Bedford Elijah Williams in Smithfield, North Carolina, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Bedford left this world on May 1, 2026 at the age of 80, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Bedford Elijah Williams to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Royster Almond Williams and Emma Cox Williams; his wife Gale Benson Williams; and his sisters, Gertrude Messer and Ruth Price.

He is survived by: his children, Michael Williams of Smithfield and Amanda Gavlak (Mark) of Smithfield; his sisters, Margaret Lee of Goldsboro and Clara Mclean of Angier; and his grandchildren, Brayden Williams, Ava Kate Williams and Anna Gavlak. He is also survived by nieces and nephews; special friend.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Hopewell OFWB Church 5835 Black Creek Rd, Smithfield, NC 27577.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Parrish Funeral Homes, Inc. and Underwood Funeral Home, LLC



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Neuse Memory Gardens
98 Packing Plant Rd, Smithfield, NC 27577

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