Greenville, North Carolina is mourning the loss of a cherished community member following the passing of Bertha Gaynelle Williams. Ms. Williams, age 57, of Norcott Circle, departed this life on Monday, July 14, 2025. Her passing has left a noticeable void among family, friends, and all those in Greenville who were fortunate enough to know her kindness and compassion.

Bertha Gaynelle Williams was remembered for her warm personality and her ability to brighten the lives of those around her. Whether through quiet acts of generosity or her welcoming spirit, she made lasting impressions on everyone she encountered. Her presence was a steady source of encouragement and positivity within her family and throughout her community.

Friends and family have shared countless reflections on her life, highlighting both her resilience and her unwavering dedication to those she cared for. Bertha’s ability to create strong bonds with others extended beyond her home, touching neighbors, coworkers, and members of local organizations she supported during her lifetime. Her name became synonymous with care and integrity within Greenville.

According to Blake Phillips Funeral Home, arrangements for memorial services are being handled with the utmost respect for Bertha’s wishes and the needs of her family. Specific service times and details will be shared with the community to allow everyone the opportunity to pay their respects and celebrate her life in a meaningful way.

During this time of grief, local leaders and faith groups have extended their condolences to the Williams family. Many within the Greenville community have come forward offering words of support, reflecting on Bertha’s lasting impact as someone who consistently put others before herself. Her ability to listen, to comfort, and to guide will be remembered as a defining part of her legacy.

Grief counseling and support resources are available in the community for those affected by her passing. Greenville’s close-knit atmosphere has been evident as neighbors organize gatherings and prayer services to help each other cope with the loss while offering strength to Bertha’s family during this challenging period.

In the coming weeks, family members plan to share more personal tributes and stories about Bertha’s life. They have expressed appreciation for the outpouring of love and support, which they say reflects the kind of person she was — always surrounded by community and caring hearts.

Greenville now honors Bertha Gaynelle Williams’s memory with gratitude, reflecting on her many contributions to family, friends, and the broader community. Her spirit of kindness, resilience, and quiet leadership will not be forgotten.