The Collierville, Tennessee community is mourning the passing of Warlean Williams, a devoted mother, faithful Christian, and longtime caregiver whose life was marked by love, dedication, and service to others. She passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at her home in Collierville, Tennessee.
Warlean Williams was born on July 26, 1938, in Byhalia, Mississippi, to the late Walter and Sarah Jones. From an early age, she developed a strong faith in Christ and joined Shiloh Baptist Church in Byhalia. She later became a member of Morning View Baptist Church in Arlington, Tennessee, under the leadership of the late Rev. E.D. Price.
Warlean’s life was centered around faith, family, and caring for others. She was united in marriage to Herbart Williams, Sr., and together they were blessed with ten children. She dedicated many years of her life working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in care facilities throughout the area, where she was known for her compassion, patience, and commitment to her patients.
After years of faithful service, Warlean retired, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and care that touched many lives.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herbart Williams, Sr.; her children Herbart Williams, Jr., Jessie Williams, Michael Williams, and Mary Walker Nolen; and her parents, Walter and Sarah Jones.
Warlean leaves behind cherished memories with her surviving children, including sons J.B. Williams (Barbara) of Memphis, Tennessee, and Wayne Williams of Collierville, Tennessee; daughters Cassie Smith of Memphis, Debbie Burks of Byhalia, Mississippi, Barbara Williams of Collierville, and Patricia Williams of Memphis.
She is also survived by her siblings Rufus Jones of Moscow, Tennessee, Willie Jones (Wanda), Charlie Jones of Memphis, and Emma Lou Hearns of Detroit, Michigan, along with 42 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, extended family members, and friends who will continue to honor her memory.
Funeral services to celebrate Warlean Williams’ life will be held at Morning View Baptist Church in Arlington, Tennessee. Visitation will take place on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at H.C. Jett-H.C. Ford Funeral Home in Collierville. The funeral service will follow on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with Rev. Albert Brown III officiating. Burial will take place at Farewell Cemetery in Fayette County, Tennessee.
Warlean Williams will be remembered as a woman of strong faith, a loving mother, a caring grandmother, and a compassionate caregiver who dedicated her life to serving others. Her legacy of love, perseverance, and devotion will continue through the many lives she touched.
May her memory bring comfort to her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.