Donald Morrison “Donnie Belle” Williams

Donald Morrison “Donnie Belle” Williams, 81, of Morganton, NC passed away, Thursday, May 13, 2021. Born on March 25, 1940, he was the son of the late James and Ruth Williams. Donald attended Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church. He was an avid coon hunter and owned a Grand Champion Coon Dog named Monster. Donald loved horses and loved to spend time at his barn, he also enjoyed football and played for Glen Alpine under Jug Wilson. He loved his many dogs and always had one by his side.

Donald is survived by his daughters, Donna Wright (Jeremy), Sheila Perkins (David); grandsons, Dawson Perkins, Brody Wright; granddaughter, Dr. Shannon Swink (Brandon Bowen); greatgrandchild, Blake Swink-Bowen; and the mother of his children, Patricia Williams.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his daughter, Julia Williams.

A memorial service will be held at 4pm, Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Gibbs Chapel with the Rev. Cris Uren officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church.

Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.