Virgie O Williams

Virgie O. Williams, age 94, a resident of Elkins and a longtime resident of Philippi, went to be with the Lord on Sunday May 12, 2024. Virgie was born December 31, 1929, in Wadestown, WV, daughter of the late James F. and Elizabeth (Reed) Kennedy. Virgie was united in marriage on June 28, 1947, to Edwin Williams who preceded her in death March 24, 2022.

Virgie was an avid golfer, she enjoyed bowling, playing volleyball and tending to her garden. She used her love for music as a ministry, playing piano and singing for others. Virgie volunteered with hospice for many years. She filled her hunger for God’s word and shared it by teaching Bible Studies. She was a long-time member and elder of Silent Grove Church. Virgie had a great love for her family and cherished time spent with them.

Surviving are children, Edina McMasters and husband Randy of Brentwood, TN, Gregory Williams and wife Debbie of Philippi, Danita Menear of Philippi; nine grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; brother Donald Kennedy of Weirton, WV

Virgie was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; parents James and Elizabeth Kennedy; brothers Ralph and George Kennedy; sisters Iona Martin and Mary Gail Gray
Virgie is reunited with her husband in the presence of the Lord she worshipped and served.

Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and on-site Crematory 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Friday May 17, from 12- 2 pm. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 pm with Pastor Bryan Headley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery.