Alma Williams Shields, 91, of Tryon, passed away on Aug. 20, 2012 at White Oak Manor in Tryon.
Born in Landrum, she was the daughter of John Marcus and Willie Few Williams. She was predeceased by her husband, Homer A. Shields, and four brothers, Malcom, Homer, Earl and Ralph Williams, and two sisters, Florence Williams and Eva Dover.
She is survived by two sons, Don Pack (Elaine) of Taylors, S.C. and Doug Pack (Wanda) of Spartanburg, S.C.; five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Friday, Aug. 24 from 10-11 a.m. at Petty Funeral Home in Landrum.
Graveside services will follow at 11:30 a.m. at Polk Memorial Gardens in Columbus.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, 130 Forest Glen Drive, Columbus, N.C. 28722.
Condolences may be left at www.pettyfuneralhome.com.
Petty Funeral Home & Crematory, Landrum.