Mary Sharp Williams Mary Sharp Williams was born in Dallas county Sept. 12, 1858, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Francis Wingo. She was married to G. B. M. Williams in April of 1936. He preceded her in death Feb. 14, 1937. She professed a hope in Christ and united with the Mt. Pleasant Church and lived a faithful Christian life. Just a few days before she was taken ill, she said she was ready to go, just waiting the call. They had no children, but reared their niece, Clara, from childhood as one of their own. She entered into rest at the home of her niece, Mrs. Orus Howerton, at Independence, Mo., Jan. 7, 1938, at 2:30 p.m. Aunt Mary is also survived by her brother, F.B. Wingo, of Corons, Calif., and numerous other relatives. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Jan. 12, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Pleasant No. 1. Bro. Joe Pinkley officiated. Burial followed there under direction of L. B. Jones.
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