Cierra Williams Funeral Program

CELEBRATING THE BEAUTIFUL LIFE OF

minister

Cierra sATURDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2022 at 10:30 am First Baptist Church of Warrington 105 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, FL 32507 Dr. James H. Miller, Sr. Pastor

A Beautiful LIFE Cierra LaNae’ Williams, affectionately known by her family and friends as Cee Cee, was born on December 5, 1988 to Bobby and Stella Williams in West Monroe, Louisiana. When she was one year old, her parents relocated to Pensacola, Florida, where Cierra grew up. She was the youngest of two daughters. Cierra received Christ at an early age, and was baptized at First Baptist Church of Warrington by her Pastor, Dr. James H. Miller, Sr. Cierra attended Spencer Bibbs Elementary, Warrington Middle School and graduated from Escambia High School in 2006. She continued her education at Grambling State University, in Grambling, Louisiana and earned a B.A. Degree in Psychology. In 2012, Cierra earned a Master’s Degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. Later, she became a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for the State of Florida Mental Health Department, in 2016.

Cierra began her professional career as a counselor for Pace Center for Girls. Her passion for helping others also allowed her to serve professionally at Lakeview Center, Escambia County School District and The Military Life Child DevelopmentCenter.

After answering the call into the ministry, Cierra was licensed to preach on March 9, 2014, at First Baptist Church of Warrington, by Pastor Miller. She was active in the service of the Lord for many years under Pastor Miller’s leadership, where she developed a passion and love for working with children. Cierra was then led by God to continue her ministry with children at Jubilee Church. She was very active in missions and the children’s ministry.

While at Jubilee, she fulfilled her dream and went on a mission trip to Pietermaritzburg and Uganda. At the time of her demise, Cierra was affiliated with Living Waters Christian Center in Opelousas, LA, under the leadership of her godparents, Pastors Nathaniel and Eliza Thierry.

Cierra was spoiled by her parents and somewhat had them spoiled. Her big sister, Renata, loved having her tag along on their many road trips. Her most joyous times were spent with her two nephews, CJ and Josh. She enjoyed the special times she spent with her family and friends, such as holidays, birthdays and special occasions. Cierra was loved by those she embraced along her journey.

On Sunday, February 13, 2022, Cierra made her heavenly transition. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Henry and Thelma Hoard; paternal grandparents, Mary Lue Walker and Johnnie Wright; Step-grandfather, L.C. Walker; uncle Robert Cain; aunts Bobbie Hoard and Cloteal Merrells; and cousin Kenneth Bell.

Left in God’s care and to cherish her memories are her loving parents, Bobby and Stella Williams; sister, Renata Williams Davis; nephews, Christopher and Joshua Davis, all of Pensacola, Florida; aunts Dorothy (Johnny) Patterson, Ruby Oatis both of Monroe, LA, Eliza (Nathaniel) Thierry, who were also her godparents, of Opelousas, LA, Jackie (Charles) Hunter of Humble, TX, Ramona Walker of Winnsboro, LA, Christine (James) Davis, Royekea Wright both of Monroe, LA, Shirley (Josh) Francois, Baton Rouge, LA, Mary (Robert) Garland, TX; uncles DC (Inell) Hoard of Grambling, LA, Michael (Eliza) Hoard of Shreveport, LA, Arthur (Iris) Williams of Hoover, AL, Gerry (Joyce) Mansfield, Kamar Wright, Derrick (Tawanna) Winn, Willie Bright all of Monroe, LA; honorary godmom Diana Sparks of Pensacola, FL; godbrothers and godsister, Bobby Hicks, Jr., Breyonna Hicks, Cedric Hicks all of Oakdale, LA; Charles Dixon II of Pensacola, FL and a host of cousins, relatives and friends.

Order of Service Processional

Ministers and Family

Opening Remarks

Rev. Terry Alexander, Presiding

Old Testament

Min. Mary Jackson

New Testament

Min. Darron Miller

Prayer Rev. Charles Hunter

Musical Selection

FBCW Praise Team "Hiding Place"

Words of Comfort

Pastor Nathaniel Thierry

Resolutions and Acknowledgments Mother Ollie Gainey

Solo

Edwin & Regina Johnson

Expressions (2 Minutes) Friend: Ashlee Woods Colleague: Candace Maxwell Relative: Jackie Hunter (Aunt)

Eulogy Dr. James H. Miller, Sr. Pastor, First Baptist Church of Warrington

Crowning Ceremony

Tracy Morton Memorial Chapel "I Shall Wear a Crown"

Recessional

Ministers and Family

Tribute to our Daughter There’s a special Angel in Heaven that is a part of me – It is not where I wanted her but where God wanted her to be.

She was here just a moment like a night time shooting star – And though she is in Heaven she isn’t very far.

She touched the hearts of many like only, an Angel can do – I would’ve held her every minute if the end, I only knew.

So I send this special message to Heaven up above – Please take care of my angel and send her all my love!

Mom and Dad

Cierra Williams Precious Memories

1988 - 2022

Tribute to My Sister My Sister, My Forever Friend Like twins, I feel I'm one of two.

Struggling here sister, without you.

Why, oh why did you have to go?

My heart is sore and it pains me so.

Many didn't understand, our intricate bond, But they knew that we were pretty fond.

We've had a few words and some stupid fights, But there was no denying we were super tight.

You stood me high upon a pedestal, And I felt your love till the very end.

You were proud to call me sister And even prouder to call me friend.

Through all the years, the smiles and tears, For all those times you showed you cared.

For being at my side when I needed you there, You've been my sister for many years.

Thanks for your loyalty, love, and generosity.

For the special things only you can do, And for all those things, I thank you!

Time and space may not be our friend, But the yearning in my heart will never end.

I'm proud to call you my sister, Happier still to call you my friend.

Our times together are not over yet.

Your face, your voice I'll never forget.

I'll seek you out wherever I go Because I know, Sister, you love me so.

Stay in the light until we meet again.

There is no doubt in my mind, this isn’t the end.

Author: Deborah M. Figueira

Love your Sister Renata Davis

Cierra Williams Precious Memories

1988 - 2022

Tribute to our Aunt Her Journey’s Just Begun Don’t think of her as gone away, her journey’s just begun, Life holds so many facets, this earth is only one, Just think of her as resting, from the sorrows and the tears, In a place of warmth and comfort, where there are no days or years, Think how she must be wishing, that we could know today, How nothing but our sadness, can really pass away, And think of her as living, in the hearts of those she touched, For nothing loved is ever lost, and she was loved so much. ~Anonymous

Tee Tee, we miss you so much. We don’t understand why you left us so soon, but we know that you served your purpose. We love you Tee Tee! CJ and Josh

Cierra Williams Precious Memories

1988 - 2022

The Family of Wishes to extend their sincere appreciation for the many prayers, phone calls, expressions of love, cards, meals, flowers and words of comfort during their time of bereavement.

Pallbearers Active Pallbearers Darrell Hoard Jair Stover Charles Hunter II Bobby Hicks, Jr. Martin Thomas, Jr. Alonzo McCord, Jr.

Honorary Pallbearers Rogerick Hoard DC Hoard Michael Hoard Arthur Williams James Carter, Jr. Nehemiah Johnson, Jr. Michael Hoard, Jr

Flower Attendants Family and Friends

Final Resting Place Holy Cross Cemetery 1300 E Hayes St. Pensacola, FL 32503

Final Arrangements Tracy Morton Memorial Chapel 55 Coast Rd Pensacola, FL 32507

Repass First Baptist Church of Warrington

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