Julia Williams Miller

Julia Williams Miller began her new life with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, May 24, 2014. She was born in Morganton, NC on September 30, 1964, to Patricia and Donald Williams. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Lester Reeps and Juanita Reeps-Patton as well as her paternal grandfather, Fred Williams. Julia was the second of three daughters known as the "Williams Sisters". In addition to her parents, she leaves behind those sisters, including Donna Williams Wright and husband, Jeremy of Drexel and Sheila Williams Perkins and husband, David of Glen Alpine. She has two adoring nephews, Brody Wright and Dawson Perkins, and a niece, Dr. Shannon Swink and husband, Brandon Bowen of New Bern, NC. Others left to cherish her memory include paternal grandmother, Ruth Williams of Glen Alpine, maternal aunts Carol Johnston and Phyllis Whitt, both of Asheville, a number of cousins and friends, and Julia’s special companion, Graylin Faw of Morganton, who now has the privilege of caring for Julia’s faithful canine companion, Hayley Gray.Julia was a graduate of Freedom High School and McDowell Technical Community College. She grew up as a member of Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church. Julia was a beautiful individual both inside and out with a vibrant personality and keen sense of humor. Nothing made Julia happier than making someone else laugh. She never met a stranger, but she was best known for her love and her passion for animals and music. Her devotion to animals was beyond measure, as she saved or bettered the lives of so many. She often gave beyond her means to help God’s creatures that couldn’t help themselves. Julia was also able to bless others with her multiple music talents by playing the piano, guitar and singing. She never turned down a chance to entertain. Julia was always happy to jump in and play or jump in and sing. She could always find a song to share and with that she has left us all with a song that will last in our hearts forever.Graveside rites at Gibbs Chapel Wesleyan Church on Jamestown Rd. will be held Friday, May 30, 2014 at 4:00 pm with Reverend Roger Brackett officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the ASPCA, PO Box 96929, Washington, DC 20090-6929 or local humane society.Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family.