Demethrius DayShun Williams Tribute

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Celebrating The Life

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10 O’clock A.M. Serenity Funeral Home 1638 Sycamore View Road Memphis, TN. 38134

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March 27, 2021

Reverend Lemuel Russell – Officiating Testament of Hope Community Baptist Church

Obituary

On the day of February 28th, 1999 an angel was presented. Demethrius (Meechie) Williams a true legend was born to his loving mother, Nashonda Williams and father, Harold D. Leake in Memphis, TN. He confessed his love for Christ at an early age and was baptized at Testament of Hope Community Baptist Church. He held himself to a very high standard that was above and beyond to the many people that knew him. As a member of T.O.H.C.B.C, he was engaged in many activities as a disciple of God bringing souls to Christ. He put in work while knowing the Lord for himself and tried to make a great impact on those who knew and loved him. He touched the lives of many in ways that motivated them to doing things in a more positive light and garnered them to do better and strive harder for themselves.

Demethrius was a 2017 graduate of Oakhaven High School where he excelled with honors while receiving a scholarship in basketball.

In December 2018, he began his post graduate studies at Lane College where he was just weeks away from completing his 4-year journey studying Business Administration with desires of receiving his bachelor’s degree. In the Spring of 2020 Demethrius would become a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated within the Beta Pi Chapter. Courageous and spontaneous he would be honored as Lane College’s freshman and sophomore of the year. To add his achievements and studies, he was indeed a hard worker even being promoted to manager at Finish Line Store in Jackson TN where he was employed. Demethrius was high spirited and led by his faith in Christ while being dedicated to, family, friends and his beloved fraternity brothers.

Demethrius Williams departed this life answering to his Heavenly Father’s call home on Saturday, March 27th, 2021. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather: Lavon Charles Williams and Grandmother: Deborah Williams.

Mourning his transition, yet rejoicing in his life, he leaves to cherish his loving memory his Mother: Nashonda Williams, Father: Harold D. Leake, Sister: Talina Williams, Grandfather Harold Leake, Aunties: LaTasha Williams, Kandis Leake, Terrica Leake, all of Memphis, TN. Venterria (Immanuel) Green from West Virginia, Uncles: Immanuel Leake, Stanley Smith, both of Memphis, TN. Cousins: Terrance Dixon, Terrion Dixon, Kentonio Leake, Tironnie Leake, Tyrus Leake, Kaydence Holloway, and Brianna Leake, of Memphis, TN. He leaves a host of relatives and friends.

Order of Service

Processional............................................................................................................................................. Entrance of Family Scriptures..........................................................................................................................................................T.O.H.C.B.C Old Testament ................................................................................................................. Reverend Terry Gathright New Testament...................................................................................................................Reverend Willie Wright Prayer ..............................................................................................................................................Brother Terry Dickerson Musical Selection.................................................................................................................................. T.O.H.C.B.C Choir Expression Family/Friends (3 minutes only) Harold Leake Kentonio Leake Reflections by Church Family..........................................................................................................Deacon Fred Davidson Obituary ( Silent Reading) Acknowledgements....................................................................................................................................... (Family Friend) Song..................................................................................................................................................................Stanley Smith Eulogy...........................................................................................................................................Reverend Lemuel Russell Recessional..................................................................................................There will be no viewing following the Eulogy Musical Selection.................................................................................................................................. T.O.H.C.B.C Choir

Brother, You gave no one a last farewell, nor ever said good-bye.

You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why.

A million times we will cry.

If love alone could have saved you You never would die.

In life we loved you dearly.

In death we love you still.

In our hearts you hold a place, no one else can fill.

It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God took you home.

We will meet again someday I know in a better place.

I thank God He made you my brother while you here on earth.

I’ll Always Love You Meechie, Talina

To My Best friend The moment you left me My heart split in two One side filled with memories, the other left with you I often lay awake at night when the world is fast asleep I take a walk down memory lane with tears upon my cheeks Remembering you will be easy, I do it everyday Missing your smile is a heartache that never goes away For many your laugh, smile, and love will always remain As you say, “On God” you’re in Within my heart until we meet again.

Your Best friend, Dominique

A Tribute to Our Son No words I write could ever say How sad and empty I feel today.

The angels came for you Much sooner than I planned.

I’ll brave the bitter grief that comes, And I’ll try my best understand.

Why did you have to go away?

Why wasn’t it right for you to stay?

In my heart you will always be.

I love you dearly and I know you’ll watch over me.

What I’m suffering seems so unfair, But one thing is for certain My love for you will always be there.

My son you always will be, The most important part of my heart’s memory.

I’ll cherish the moments I held you in my arms, And I’m sure that if you had stayed longer, You would have graced me with your charms.

A thousand words won’t bring you back I know because I’ve tried.

Neither will a thousand tears; I know because I’ve cried.

Now you’re up in Heaven With the angels up above.

They will take my place for now, And they’ll give you all their love, So go and rest in peace now, My little boy so dear, For all my love and memories I will hold forever near.

We Love You Son, Mom & Dad

Miss Me, But Let Me Go When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room, Why cry for a soul is free?

Miss me a little- -but not for too long, And not with your head bowed low.

Remember the love we once shared, Miss me - -but let me go.

For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone.

It’s all a part of the Master’s plan, a step on the road to home.

When you are lonely and sick at heart, Go to the friends we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.

Miss Me – But Let Me Go I love you all, Meechie

Acknowledgements

We the family of Demethrius DayShun Williams would like to extend our profound gratitude to the many friends and loved ones who have shown love and kindness during this very difficult time. Your visits, calls, cards, flowers, and all other expressions of kindness will always be remembered. So please know that when our loss seemed too great, we looked up and our friends shared so many kind words both written and spoken. With faces smiling and hearts open, you comforted us and shared our grief. God will continue to bless us this we know and keep granting relief. Our gratitude cannot be adequately expressed with words, but they are the best that we can offer during this test. “Thank You” for lifting our clouds and letting the sun shine through.

The Williams and Leake Family “What is broken can be mended. What hurts can be healed. No matter how hard it gets the Sun will rise again”.

Demethrius D. Williams

Honorary Pallbearers

The Brothers of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated

Interment

Monday, April 05,2021 • 10:00am New Park Cemetery 4536 Horn Lake Road Memphis, Tennessee 38109

Pallbearers Immanuel Leake

Kentonio Leak Demario Champion Tashia Dukes Terrian Dixon

Professional Services Serenity Funeral Home 1638 Sycamore View Road Memphis, Tennessee 38134

Repast (Please see the family for location after service)

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