Ms. Lula Mae Williams

May 14, 1958 - September 25, 2020

Lula M. Williams was born on May 14, 1958, to the late Washington and Bernice Williams in Norfolk, Virginia. She departed this earthly life Friday, September 25, 2020, at age 62. At a young age, Lula accepted Christ as her Lord and savior at First Baptist Church in Portsmouth, Virginia. She completed her education in the Portsmouth School System. She worked various jobs before moving to New York City. Lula acquired a job with Bronx- Lebanon Hospital in the Food Service Department located in Bronx, New York. She retired as Lead Food Service Manager after 36 years. In 2010, Lula moved back to Virginia to be near her family and friends. Lula never married but she always wanted children. She became a foster parent in 1996 and she is a grandmother to a 3-year-old boy. Lula leaves to cherish her memories three siblings- Lynda Gray, Jerome Williams (Cora), and Alyce Barnes (Fred); her foster daughter, Wajeezah Roger; grandson, Isaiah Roger; and very best friend, Joy Smith. Lula was a great mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was proud of her children, nephews, and niece; she loved them with all her heart. Lula will be sadly missed by family and friends.