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Lucy “Lib” Elizabeth Lanning Williams, 87, of Woodleaf, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at Gordon Hospice House in Statesville.
She was born June 13, 1938 in Swannaona, NC to the late Troy Lanning and Lola Pittman Lanning. Lib worked as a beautician, owning “Libby”s Beauty Shop”. She was known for her wonderful cooking, and in her spare time she enjoyed working in her flower garden and putting together puzzles. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family. Lib was a member of Woodleaf Baptist Church, and a devout Christian who loved the Lord.
In addition to her parents, Lib was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Charlie Williams; siblings, Violet Lanning Whetstine, Betty Lanning Parker, and James Lanning.
Lib is survived by her daughter, Cheryl Earnhardt of Woodleaf, NC; son, Chris Williams of Woodleaf; grandchildren, Jessica Cofer (Casey), Caleb Link; great-grandchildren, Ayden Cofer, Branson Cofer, Blake Cofer, and Kylie Cofer; siblings, Harold Lanning (Pat), Troy Lanning, and Robert Lanning (Lucy).
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Phyllis Smith, among many other friends and extended family, for all their love and support.
There will be a Celebration of Life held on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 at 4pm at Woodleaf Baptist Church, 7790 Woodleaf Road, Woodleaf, NC 27054. The family will receive friends prior to the service beginning at 3pm.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Woodleaf Baptist Church – General Fund, P.O. Box 360 Woodleaf, NC 27054.
Carolina Cremation is assisting the Williams family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Sissie Simmons says
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family for their loss. Lobby was a great testament to me in learning how to be a good Christian woman. She will be missed by many.
Susan Lagle Easter says
Thoughts and prayers for you Chris and your family.
Henry Carl wallace says
Lib will always be special person to my brothers and me she was a very loving caring kind . Till we all meet again beyond the sunset !!! 💞
Charles Foutz says
Praying for you Chris,
You’re in my prayers
Elizabeth Walters says
Chris, I am so sorry about your loss. Please be comforted by knowing I am praying for you and your family. We know you will see her again. She is in the arms of Jesus.
Psalm 23
Elizabeth Walters
Susan Gregory says
My prayers are with you and Cheryl. Aunt Libby is with the lord and Uncle
Charlie. Love you all
Susan
Mary Foutz says
Prayers for your family she was truly a blessing to have as a friend
Jayda Trayah says
Such a sweet Lady . My condolences to you and your family .🙏🏻
Susie Hepler says
Mrs. Libby was a wonderful example to all us younger women. She loved her Lord and her family & church family. Heaven is getting fuller and my circle of Christian mentors is getting smaller. Prayers for her entire family🙏🙏
Susie Hepler says
Mrs. Libby was a wonderful example to all us younger women. She loved her Lord and her family & church family. Heaven is getting fuller and my circle of Christian mentors is getting smaller. Prayers for her entire family🙏🙏
Lisa Gillespie Eagle says
So Sorry For Your Loss Chris God’s Blessings
Kim Spillman Kyles says
So sorry for your loss I’m praying 🙏