Homegoing Services for
Earlene Williams
We Invite You To Earlene’s Homegoing Celebration
THURSday, MAY 7 2026
WAKe & service
Christian Parish for Spiritual Renewal
2044 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd.
New York, NY 10027
(ACP & W. 122st St.)
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repast
Canaanland Christian Church
287 W 1st Street
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
EARLENE N. WILLIAMS
Sunrise: December 11, 1939
Sunset: April 24, 2026
After 86 years of love, light, and laughter, Earlene was called home by her heavenly Father on Friday, April 24, 2026. She transitioned peacefully, surrounded by care and compassion. Now, reunited with family, friends, and loved ones who have gone before her, her spirit may continue its journey. May her memory be a blessing.
Church Sister
“Mother Earlene, I’m going to miss you. I’m going to miss your hugs and that big beautiful smile. Your job on earth is done. We love you, but God loves you best.”
Church Daughter
“Our “Beloved” Mother/Sister Earlene Williams you will truly be missed. We are so thankful and grateful for the years and time you were in our life. You were not only a friend for over 40 years you were also my Sister in Christ-my confidant whom I could talk about nothing and everything. We always kept each other spiritual focus. You loved and nurtured your children with patience guidance and always to keep God first and focus. I will miss our conversations and you saying “what are you doing” and we both would say “in my bed” and start laughing. Thanks for the memories, love and patience. Earlene may you keep SIHP until we meet again.”
Church Sister
your attendance
is requested
Please let us know by Tuesday, May 5th, so we can properly accommodate everyone. Thank you.
CEREMONY Information
Answers to frequently asked questions. If you have another inquiry or comment, please email: hello@earlenewilliams.com
Currently, the wake and ceremony are to be held at Owen’s Funeral Home, located in Harlem NYC. Some people have expressed concern regarding the outside staircase at Owen’s, so we are in the process of looking for a more accessible location in the same neighborhood. Owen’s is reaching out to their network of churches and we will have a final location update for everyone in the next 48 to 72 hours.
Don’t worry, your love can still be felt and expressed at the service. Please use our ‘Dear Earlene’ form to let your thoughts and feelings be known. We will read each comment during the service. We are also making arrangements for the service to be livestreamed via Zoom or YouTube. Stay tuned for further details on this.
Earlene showed love no matter how your were dressed, and nothing has changed. Your presence, comfort, and condolences means more than the clothing you are wearing. We only ask that you wear a touch of purple, if possible as it is Earlene’s favorite color.
The thought is deeply appreciated, but if you know Earlene Williams, you know handling her business is first and foremost. Her arrangements have been fully taken care of. If you would like to make a donation, please do so to the New York ASPCA, or New York Humane Society in Earlene’s name.
“The mother of our church who is well missed. My heart is broken. She is a woman of integrity who always says ‘I leave it in God’s hands, not to worry’. I truly thank God for the wisdom and knowledge she has shared with me”