In Memory of Mrs. Cynthia A. Banks Williams who departed this life 13th day of December 2023, Saint Louis, Missouri.

Mrs. Cynthia A. Williams was born June 18, 1956 in Saint Louis, Missouri to Willie Sr. and Lamar Banks.

Cynthia was preceded in death by her husband the late Charlie E. Williams in 2021 and a son Chaz L. Williams 1990, and in addition to one brother Donnell Banks who she called Donnie in 1983.

She leaves to cherish her memory three brothers Willie Jr. wife(Sibyl), Cecil, and Delancy wife (Karen) Banks. One sister Olivia Banks of Saint Louis, Missouri ,one step brother Jerome Rodgersone stepsister Fanniece Rodgers of Saint Louis, Missouri. A cousin of Mae Dunbar of Saint Louis, Missouri. Nieces, nephews, relatives and friends who held a special place in her heart when she “ADOPTED “ you as her own brothers and sisters.“You Know Who you Are “ and what you meant to her.

Cynthia was baptized on June 17th 1989 and the life she lived as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses was seen by many as her faith, devotion, humility and dignity identify her as being a part of a large army of women as it says in the Bible defending and upholding Jehovah’s standards. 

At Psalm 68:11. In her life she patterned and imitated the attributes of hard working courageous women of the past.

Ruth: Known for her diligence, commitment and hard work. 

Cynthia at the tender age of 15 as well as with the other employment she held, finally retiring from Saint Louis City Street Department as telecommunications operator.

Hannah: One who turned to Jehovah in prayer to help her endure many trails that seemed unbearable down to the end.

Cynthia: endured pain so severe at times it was more than she could bear however her faith in Jehovah helped her to turn to him in prayer.

Anna: Never missing from the temple, always attending even at the age of 84.

Cynthia :the meetings were so important to her even in her last days of life she was preparing for her meetings. Her devotion motivated her.

Deborah: A prophetess in Israel used by Jehovah to stand courageously in a fierce battle.Cynthia: courageously fought a battle with a debilitating disease remaining firm and determined but in her last 8 hours of life she lost the battle fully relying on Jehovah and praying a heartfelt prayer undoubtedly patterned like Jesus when he took his last breath saying Father into your hands I entrust my spirit. Luke 23:46.

LIFE WITHOUT END AT LAST Song #140

As you sing her favorite song. She would like for each one of us to know that she thanked every person who sent a Get Well Card, Visited her in the hospital, talked to her on the telephone and took extra care to make sure she was comfortable.

Cynthia now invites you all to participate in the activities after this service. 

Come enjoy refreshments and refreshing and up building conversations.

For Cynthia this is not Goodbye this is I will see you soon.