Odette Gerard Williams

Odette Gerard Williams, age 85, of Climax passed away on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at her daughters' home.

Mrs. Williams was born in France on April 29, 1936 to Louis and Marguerite Couture Gerard. She was retired from Lorillard Tobacco Company after 29 years of service. In addition to her parents, Odette was preceded in death by her husband, Donnie Williams.

She is survived by her daughters, Molly Hinshaw of Asheboro, Andree Panster (Neil) of Pleasant Garden, and Marguerite Williams of Liberty; sons, Steven Williams of Trinity and Thomas "Tommy" Williams of Climax; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; niece, Donna Auman (Michael) of Asheboro; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 26, 2021 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro. Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021 at 1:00 pm at the Pugh Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Marty Grainger officiating. Burial will follow in Randolph Memorial Park.