Mrs. Tyra Crystal Williams, 41

Mrs. Tyra Crystal Williams, 41, of Hazlehurst, passed away Oct. 11.
Tyra was born July 22, 1985, in Reidsville, N.C. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, she brought boundless compassion, dignity and comfort to those in their most vulnerable moments. Her caring nature also extended into the classroom, where she served as a beloved substitute teacher. She had a rare gift for connecting with students of all ages, bringing patience, guidance and a warm smile to every school she visited. Beyond her work, Tyra was a vibrant soul who found joy in the beauty of life. She had a lifelong passion for the mountains, finding peace, clarity and inspiration whenever she was surrounded by the peaks and crisp air. Those who knew her will always remember her immaculate sense of style. She treated doing her hair and makeup as a beautiful art form – a reflection of her bright personality and a way to make every day feel like a special occasion. Above all, Tyra loved to sing. Whether she was filling the house with music, singing along on a mountain drive, or sharing her voice with others, her songs brought harmony and happiness to everyone around her. Tyra attended First Baptist Church of Hazlehurst and was preceded in death by her father Johnny Sands.
Survivors include her husband Ted Lamar Williams; daughter Almeria (Colby) Covington; mother Gale Spry Sands; sister Tonya Sands; grandparents Buck Spry, Pauline Spry and Oula Pulliam; grandchildren Hudson Covington and Addison Marie Covington.
Services were held Oct. 19 in the chapel of Swain Funeral Home in Hazlehurst with the Rev. Joey Andrews and the Rev. Brad Waters officiating. Interment was in Hazlehurst Memorial Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Gabe Corey, Anthony Carter, Charles Carter, Javier Picazo, KC Lander and Saul Leal.
Swain Funeral Home Hazlehurst Chapel was in charge.