Sue Williams

Annie Sue Hartley Williams, “Sue”, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Davidson County. She was born on September 8, 1925, in Davidson County to the late Roy Hartley and Annie Cope Hartley.

Sue lived a long and full life, witnessing many significant moments in American history. She was a devoted Christian with a servant’s heart and had a deep love for her family. From an early age, Sue helped care for her siblings and continued that same loving, caring spirit throughout her life.

Sue found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She was well known for her delicious sweet potato pies and pound cakes, which were made and shared with love. She also had a beautiful yard and a green thumb, taking great pride in her flowers and the beauty she created around her home. Her love of baking, gardening, and caring for others was just one of the many ways she shared her heart with those around her.

In addition to her parents, Sue was preceded in death by her first husband, Jack Brown; her second husband, James Williams; her stepson, Lonnie F. Williams; her brothers, Thomas Hartley, Buck Hartley, Donnie Hartley, and Rudolph Hartley; and her sisters, Kathleen Bean and Dorothy Troxell.

She leaves behind many nieces and nephews, along with numerous extended family members and dear friends.

A funeral service to honor Sue’s life will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Churchland Baptist Church. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service, at 1:00 p.m., at the church. Burial will follow at Davis-Darr Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alderwood Hospice of Davidson County, 200 Hospice Way Lexington, NC 27292.