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Monday, March 14, 200511:00 A.M.

'Antioch “Baptist Church1454 Florence Street - Augusta, Georgia

Reverend Kenneth B. Martin - Officiating -

‘T’fie Obituary

‘Bennie ‘Mae Williams, “Cja-Cja’ \ as shewas affectionately known by those who loved her, passed away from her earthly home on March 9, 2005. She was born on January 11, 1918, to the late Mr. Bennie Maddox and Mrs. Maggie Elim Maddox.

Bennie Mae married the late Solomon A. Williams on De- cember 17, 1937. To this union two children were born, Samuel “Sammy” Bernard (deceased) and Mary Beatrice.

Bennie was a graduate of Haines Normal and Industrial In- stitute. She earned a degree in Secretarial Science from Syracuse University. She was employed as a Secretary and Substitute Teacher at Silas X. Floyd School for many years.

Bennie Mae gave her life to the Lord at an early age. She was a dedicated member of the Antioch Missionary Baptist Church for over seventy (70) years. She served at Antioch in many capaci- ties including: President of the Mission Ministry, member of the Usher Ministry, Chaplain of the Trustee Ministry and she was one of the founders of the Antioch Gospel Chorus. She was an active member of the 10th District Mission until her illness.

Bennie Mae was a Civil Rights Advocate and was very in- volved in her community. She worked in a managerial position with the 10th District Voter’s Registration Board until her illness. She was the first black female to be appointed as a Georgia Representative in the “Silver-Haired Legislature,” where she fought for the rights of Senior Citizens in her community. She was a board member of the Senior Citizens Council. She was a good neighbor, well liked by all and a wonderful friend, loving mother and grandmother.

She leaves to mourn her passing, yet celebrate her life: a loving daughter, Ms. Mary B. Stewart; a devoted daughter-in-law, Thelma G. Williams; five grandchildren, Bonita C. Williams, Samuel “Butch” Williams, Demetrius Williams, Sharon (Joseph) Hill and Christopher Steward; ten great grandchildren; one aunt, Viola Williams; four godchildren, Heyward Johnson, Cathy Johnson, Barbara Henderson and Nathaniel Cotton (deceased); two dear friends, Ms. Claudia Marilyn and Mrs. Helen Sutton; and a host of other relatives and friends.

T he Order o f Service

Processional

Selection.................. ................................ Combined Choirsof Antioch Baptist Church

ScripturesThe Old Testament - Reverend John Lockhart

The New Testament - Brother Jeffree Lott D’Andgnac Street Church of Christ

Invocation.............. . ...........Brother Roland W. Cumbee, Jr.D’Andgnac Street Church of Christ

Selection..................of Antioch Baptist Church

“It Is Well With My Soul”

Reflections.............. .........Mrs. Margaret Whaley, President10th District Missionary Board

The Obituary...................................................Read SilenltyMusical Tribute (brother Lynwood Holmes)

Acknowledgements......................................Ms. Frieda Cam

Solo>.........................X P & * 1' 7

The Eulogy..............

.......................Mr. Christopher Jackson

.............. Reverend Kenneth B. Martin

The Recessional--- ..................................Combined Choirsof Antioch Baptist Church

The Interment....... ......................... Walker Memorial Park611 Laney Walker Boulevard - Augusta, Georgia

* * Repast * *Antioch Baptist Church Fellowship Hall

Tahfhearers Trustees of Antioch Baptist Church

‘Arrangements Williams Funeral Home1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. BoulevardAugusta, Georgia

“Secret o f Friendship”

Some people know the way to make each day seem worthwhile, They seem to catch the sunshine and wear it in their smile.

They really take an interest in the little things they do,You know they’ll share your problems and will always see you through.

They give with generosity that never seems to end,They know the precious secrets o f just how to be a friend.

Your special way o f caring is always showing through,And the meaning o f true friendship is found in friends like you.

- Mrs. Bennie Mae Williams -

Our 'Many ‘thanksWe sincerely thank each and everyone of you who shared your love

for us through prayers, telephone calls, visits and other acts of kind

ness extended to us during the loss of our beloved. We will always he

touched and remember your thoughtfulness. We Love You.

- The Family