Obituary of Tanalea Wiles Williams

Tanalea (Tana) Wiles Williams of Lexington, SC, loving wife and mother of five children, gained her wings on October 15, 2020 at the age of 61 surrounded by family.

Born April 11, 1959 in Buffalo, New York, Tana was known for her generosity, compassionate spirit, and love of family. She believed in the healing power of sunshine and Jesus throughout her battle with cancer. Tana held a 20 year career with Essex Homes and was devoted to serving others. She loved the beach, sunflowers, her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth L. Williams; their children, Jessica Baldwin (Brandon), Amber Khalil (Sherief), Wesley Williams (Whitney) and Brittany Williams; her mother Rose Grove; siblings Pam, David, and Berwin Grove; and nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren and a great grandson.

Tana was preceded in death by her father, Berwin Grove, and daughter, Nichole Wiles.

A Private Family Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2 PM on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Thompson Funeral Home Lexington. For other family and friends wishing to view online, please use the following address: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/386318833

To honor Tana’s life, please consider supporting the American Heart Association (same link as above) or giving your time to a charity of your choice.