Racine – Annie Joyce (nee: McWilliams) Nelson, age 59, received the promise of eternal life on Thursday, August 2, 2018 at Ascension-All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin. She was born in New Albany, Mississippi on February 13, 1959, daughter of Cee McWilliams and Eteria (nee: King) McWilliams.
Annie Joyce worked for RCOC as a Teacher from January 2001 until December 2015. She loved working at the daycare. In her leisure time she enjoyed reading books and making people laugh. Annie loved her family tremendously and loved spending time with her grand kids. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Annie leaves to cherish her memories, the love of her life, Tony Gray; her mother, Eteria McWilliams; her son, Donnie S. (Kishia nee: Fields) Brown; her daughter, Monica M. (Cleveland L.) Wade; her grandchildren, Kaleb S. and Kayla S. Brown, CeAnna L., Ca’Vanna L., CaLina L. and CyMayia L. Wade; her siblings, Jackie , Cynthia, Teena, Furman Jr., Ronald, Sand, Stevie, Paulette and Terry McWilliams, as well as a host of nephews, nieces, other loving relatives and friends too numerous to mention by name.
In addition to her father, Cee McWilliams, Annie is preceded in death by her step-father, Furman McDougal, her grandparents, Dewie and Rosie King.
A Memorial Service will be held to Celebrate Her Life on Monday, August 13, 2018 6:00pm in the Chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. You’re invited to greet the family from 5:00 – 6:00pm in the funeral home chapel.
Debra Turner and Family says
So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family.
Katie & Devin says
Miss Annie was a wonderful, sweet, caring, loving, woman who helped mold my child into the little man he is becoming. We loved her very much. My son and I send our sympathies during this time. God has called one of his Angels home.
YvonneDavidson and Family says
Words cannot express the sadness your family is going through, may the comfort of GOD help you through this difficult time. You have our deepest sympathy. The Davidson Family
John f knuckles @ brenda knuckles says
Prayers go out to the family. May GOD bless you in your time of need.
Roxanne Wilson says
Missing you cousin, may God bless you.
Anonymous says
Ms Annie you were the best teacher!! Elijah and I will miss you!!!!
Jenna Finley says
My sincere condolences. Sending love and hugs.
Rev. Della J. Buckley says
May the Lord be with the Family during this time of remembrance!
Debra Bee (Wright) your neighbor.! says
I will forever remember you taking care of me when I was out of school for 2 weeks for my wisdom teeth! I was blessed to have known you . I remember you made the best tacos! God Bless you and may you rest in heaven. Donnie and Monica your Morher will forever be with you!
Paula Pippins says
I love you my sweet sister. I will miss our conversations and the laughter we shared..
Aletha says
Ms Annie u will always be remembered has loving person that cared for my grandson Trevin. You helped us so much to grow him by up
LaToya L. Gillis, Alabama State University Alumna, '02 says
Heartfelt condolences and prayers of peace during your time of bereavement. May God’s love surround you, and cherished memories comfort you as you celebrate your Mother’s life and legacy.
Johnny Ray Davidson says
To the McWilliams I say Love,Peace, and Blessing. Mr. Tony Grey, you did well.
God Bless you all!
Wanda Smith says
PEACEFULLY rest Annie…love ya much!
Shewanna (Brown) Johnson says
May God bless your family during this hard time. Praying for your strength.