Lena (Richardson) Williams
February 21, 1939 - November 28, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the passing of a great gift from God, Mrs. Lena (Richardson) Williams, on Friday, November 28, 2025. A God-fearing woman, and a devoted spouse and mother to her husband and children.
Lena was born on February 21, 1939 to the honorable Josh Richardson and Ethel Lou (Wilson) Richardson. Mom attended school in Spaulding County, Georgia, later completing her education in Philadelphia, PA. She married the love of her life, Thomas E. Williams, Jr. and together they raised their seven children.
Lena was able to travel the world and see places many just dream of visiting, like South Korea, the Dominican Republic, Thailand, and places throughout the United States. Her favorite place being England. Lena was an absolute joy to be around, her affectionate personality, her love for all people was always on display. She was a very giving person, if you needed and she had it, she would give out of the kindness of her heart. Mrs. Williams carried an anointing of joy with her. No situation was too heavy; she enjoyed life to the fullest knowing God is in control. Her words could light up a room, if you cross her wrongly, she would say in a humorous way, “I’m putting you on my hit list”!
She will be remembered for her loving nature, wise guidance and the impact she had on each of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren lives as well as, the lives of friends and families throughout her travels and life. Mom will forever be in our hearts. We will miss you Mom but we remember the things you taught us and find comfort in knowing that you are with the Lord. I look forward to seeing you again.
Amen to a life well lived.
In addition to her parents, Lena was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas E. Williams, Jr.; son, Henry; siblings, Fannie Flemister, Ruby J. Foster, Johnny Richardson, Robert Richardson, Ella Green, Shirley Walker, and Eugene Richardson. She is survived by her children, Jerry, Ray, James, Deloris, Oscar and Mark; daughters-in-law, Ronnie, Janet, and Trena; son-in-law, Ronald; siblings, George Richardson, Betty Evans, Frances Phillips, and Martha Lewis of Georgia; 13 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 9 am until 10 am on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 10 am. A committal service will begin at 11:15 am on Friday, December 26, 2025, in Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery, 11301 Crain Highway, Cheltenham, MD.
Any family members or friends who are unable to attend the service for Lena, may live stream the service by clicking here.
Lisa W.
Please know each of you are in our prayers. May your fond memories comfort you and bring you joy. It is during life’s challenges times we can trust that God is near.
Love, your cousins,
The West Family
Michael, Carlton, Jina, Gerald, Lisa and Damon
Leslie Robinson
My deepest condolences 🙏 go out to the entire family. May Mrs Williams Rest in Eternal Peace
Brian Webster
May God comfort the family during these trying times. We hope our prayers offer you comfort and love.
Love the Webster Family
Renee degree
My condolences to oscar and family💐💐
Rae Rich
My cousins, your Mom, my Aunt will forever remain in our hearts and memories. Be kind and gentle with yourself. Take your time and know that you have my full support now and the future. We are family. Family is not an important thing, it’s everything. A happy family is but an earlier heaven.
… 💕
Kevin R Cooke Jr
My deepest and sincerest condolences to the Williams family. We have seen her strength and presence through our interaction with Jerry and the love he shows to his friends. We pray for the family’s healing.
Kevin Cooke
Vanessa and Doris
Mama Williams was funny and witty she shared a room with my Mom Doris Lois Mama Williams and myself bonded right away Lois Took care of my mom when I wasn’t present and I did likewise. My Mom and I miss her so much we both look forward to seeing her again Isaiah 33:24 “ When no one will say I am Sick “ and John 5:28,29 “ All those in Memorial Tomb will come out when they here his voice “ my heart and prayers goes out to the William’s Family and Those who love her
Paula Trusty
Oscar sending you and your family my deepest sympathy. Mom was so loved even though I didn’t know her when you and I talked about her it bought joy to my heart. I’m so sorry.
Troy Walker
My heart goes to the family, zach beautiful family. me and my mother going miss her Ms, Williams❤️
Nate West
I send my condolences to the Williams family.May the good Lord cover you all with strength,love and healing throughout these trying times. 🙏🏾
Valerie
I’m praying that the Lord will give you comfort at this time strengthen your heart soul in mind. Rest well Lena, you gave the fight of all fights. Heaven just gained the most precious angel. The family is definitely in my prayers
Chrissy Downey
Oscar, Jerry, Markie & Lois. I worked with Oscar for 2 years and not a day went by that mom would call at 7pm every night to check on her son. Such a beautiful and loving caring mom.
Joyce Stansbury
My deepest condolences goes out to Oscar and Williams family in this trying time.Sending prayers for all of you.God Bless
Dr. Janice F Moore
My condolences and prayers to the Williams Family for the loss of Aunt Lena. May God be with all of us and we continue bond and love one another. I pray to talk to you all and see you all very soon. Love all you
Dr. Janice (Puddin)
Uncle George baby girl.🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️
Dee Dee Johnson
My deepest condolences to the Williams family. I will keep you’ll in my prayers.
Dee Dee
Jeffrey Walters
Deloris, I’m sharing in your sorrow as my heart go out to you and the family. Wishing you all, God’s peace and comfort in this difficult time. I’m here for your support !
Randy Green
Oh wow! Gonna miss my auntie but she got all the great memories of her stored in the memory bank. I remember nothing but laughter and big smiles of her. I remember all the great Christmases that she visited us on. Her and my uncle Tommy, Mark, James and Janice would bring joy and cheer during the holiday season. . I really miss those days. Until we meet again I will forever Love and miss you.
Ray Williams, Jr
Grandma Lena, thank you for all the good times, conversations, and memories. Boy, did we have ourselves a time! I never told you I don’t like speaking on the phone, but you always knew, you got me. After about 10 or 15 minutes, you always told me you loved me and that you would talk to me next time, knowing you would spend hours talking on the phone with others who did like speaking on the phone. Although you will be missed, I will always love you.
Alvin Brown
Jerry,
I will be praying for you and your family. You and your family have my deepest sympathy.
Alvin
Wanda Callands
My condolences go out to Oscar and family. Prayers go up to our God to provide you strength, love and understanding.