Eleanor McLaurin Williams

MORVEN - On Monday, April 15, 2024, Mrs. Eleanor McLaurin Williams, 87, passed away peacefully at Atrium Union West in Stallings.

There will be a service of Death and Resurrection at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at New Hope United Methodist Church with Rev. Stacey Lundy officiating. 

The family will greet friends following the service at a reception in the church fellowship hall.

Born and raised in the Deep Creek area to the late Luther Martin McLaurin and Esther Moore McLaurin Moore, Eleanor lived her entire life in the south-central part of rural Anson County. Her "until death do us part" childhood sweetheart, Charles, took her hand in marriage on August 14, 1954, for shy of 58 years moving her a few country blocks to Cason Oldfield. Charles died in 2012. The duo was dedicated, hardworking and lived a life of service, love, forgiveness, and grace, as exemplary disciples of Jesus Christ.   

Eleanor was known as a great cook and baker. She was making pies and cakes for family and friends, through her last weekend.

Her sought-after barbeque mopping sauce became legendary through her active support of the United Methodist Men church organization, raising thousands of dollars for local people with critical needs.

Preceded in death by brother Dan McLaurin, & brother(wife) Jimmy (Mary) McLaurin, Eleanor is survived by her children Michael Williams and Marsha Williams of the home compound. Grandchildren Luke and Cassidy. The apple of her eye, her constant companion from birth, granddaughter Charley Williamson, Wadesboro, NC. Sisters-in-law Kay McLaurin and Gail (Todd) McAfee reside nearby. Also a host of extended family, a great-granddaughter, nieces, and nephews.

Memorial gifts may be sent to New Hope UMC c/o Elizabeth Tucker 1338 Mayesville RD. Morven, NC 28119

The arrangements are in care of Leavitt Funeral Home and online condolences may be made at www.leavittfh.com