Service Details
Her Homegoing Service will be held in the New Omega Baptist Church, 5731 Northwestern Ave., at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 24th. Visitation will be at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. The church encourages masks be worn. Entombment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.
LaVerna J. Peppers-Williams, a retired schoolteacher and a life-long resident of Racine, WI, was called home unexpectedly by her Loving Savior on Tuesday, June 12, 2023. LaVerna is the daughter of the late Northern and Zenobia (nee: Horton) Peppers II.
Laverna was employed with Racine Unified School District for over 39 years, retiring June 07, 2014. She accepted Christ at an early age. She united with New Omega Baptist church under the leadership of Pastor Fred L. Richmond Sr., member of the Racine Area Retired Educators Association, and the Wisconsin Retired Educators Association. Laverna enjoyed attending Zumba classes, golfing, and shopping.
Laverna is survived by her husband James H. Williams, stepchildren, Alicia Richard, Shatonya Evans, Joshua Evans, and Tori Johnson; two brothers, Gregory Peppers(Cindy) and Michael Peppers (Rosalind); mother-in-law, Mary Friday (Richard); sisters-in- law, Barbara Douglas and Rosalind Williams; brothers-in-law, Anthony Williams, and Benard Friday; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins; special friends, Debra Ross, Valencia Brown, Sue Schwallier, Faye Brown, and Miguel Figueroa; her two loving feline companions, Sam and Shuggie-Shuggie, and a host of former students, co-workers, and friends.
The family wishes to give special thanks to Aurora St. Luke’s, Milwaukee WI for their kind and compassionate care.
Joann Hayes McMorris says
My condolences to Peppers and Williams family.
Sandra Trott says
My sincerest condolences to Laverna’s entire family. She always had such a pleasant smile whenever she greeted me. She will be missed.
Kindal Turner says
My condolences to the family. You will be missed LaVerna Peppers-Williams
Rose M. Hooks says
Sending love, hugs, and prayers to the family at this most difficult time and in the days to come.
May God’s peace carry you through.
Robert and Patricia Billups says
Condolences and prayers to the Peppers and Williams family.
Eric Nelson says
Mrs. Peppers was my 2nd grade teacher. I’m a college graduate and she’s still one of the best and most memorable teachers I ever had. My condolences to the family.
Perry Lee says
Laverne was a blessing to all who knew her. She was always willing to help anyone in need. As a member of the Allen family, I know that she selflessly assisted some of my younger siblings. I’m sure there is a special place for her in heaven. My prayers and condolences go out to her husband and family.
Joyce Caldwell says
My deepest sympathy goes out to you at this difficult time.
Linda Wade says
My condolences and prayers to you James and the entire family.
May the strength of the Lord continue to comfort you and the family. 🙏🏾🙏🏾
Kerri Hanson says
Sending prayers to family. I believe she was a teacher at Mitchell Elem. yrs ago, if I’m remembering right. If so…she must have touched my heart enough to remember her when I seen her picture.
Ella. Richardson says
So sorry for your loss The whole pepper-William family are in my prayers Ella. Richardson
Ella. Richardson says
So sorry for your loss The whole pepper-William family are in my prayers Ella. Richardson
Tyrone Person says
Deepest condolences to the Peppers-Williams families.
Sheila N Grandy says
My condolences to the family, may God comfort you all during this time,🙏
Ann Kirkwood says
Sending heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Peppers and Williams family. LaVerna was blessed with a sweet and gentle spirit. I thank God for her. I pray that God will send peace and comfort to the family and friends.☀️🙏🏾
Erica Jensen and Desiree Stills says
Mrs. Peppers was my third grade teacher at Gifford in the late 80’s and my daughter’s second grade reading teacher in 2006 at Jefferson Lighthouse. Long before her passing we agreed that she was our favorite teacher. And that is how she will always be remembered. Our condolences to the family. She really was a gift to this world.
Cherri Barker-Chambliss says
My sincere condolences to the Williams and Peppers family.
Wylinda and Larry Brown says
Our condolences to Mr. Williams in the loss of your beautiful wife Laverna Peppers as I knew her in High School, she was a special person and I only knew her sweet spirit and always active in various activities in school and a great smile. I am sorry I didn’t to see her again at our reunion. I am praying for your family. Rest in God’s love.
Sharon Williams says
Prayers go up to your family .You will be missed my friend but we will meet again.From the Shelton family
Lillian Boykin and family says
My deepest condolences to the family LaVerna Peppers Williams Jeanne will be missed May God Bless
Maggie Cobb says
Our families were friends Therefore I have great memories we shared . Laverna will be missed. Her sweet spirit May God give you comfort my sympathy.🙏
Mollie Jones says
My sincere condolences to the Peppers and Williams families.
Glorious Goldsmith says
Our sincere condolences to your Family. Charles and Glorious Goldsmith Hicks and Family
Charles and Glorious Hicks says
We feel your pain and sorrow. Our thoughts and condolences 💐 are with you always.Charles and Glorious Hicks
Greg & Cindy Peppers says
We will miss you so much Laverna, our hearts are broken. Rest in peace my sweet sister. Love You !!
Lynn Booker says
Prayers and condolences to the Families sorry for your loss may God continue to Bless you 🙏🏽
Lynn Booker
Jerome Harrell says
Deepest condolences to the Peppers-Williams familie🙏🏽🙏🏽