Our Difference

What Makes

Floyd A. Williams Funeral Home Different?

What Sets Us Apart

At Floyd A. Williams Funeral Home, Inc., we are driven by a deep commitment to not only assist families in their time of need but also to promote love, faith, purpose, motivation, empowerment, reconciliation, values, and legacy. Our approach is shaped by Reverend Floyd A. Williams III’s unwavering dedication to funeral service, which he began cultivating from a young age. His legacy is reflected in the authentic and professional services we provide, which continue to inspire pride in his family and staff.

A Legacy of Excellence

Rev. Williams' journey—from a child of a single mother in the inner city to a U.S. Marine and esteemed funeral director—has shaped our firm's commitment to excellence. His perseverance and faith have laid the foundation for a standard of care that transcends generations. This legacy is now carried forward by his daughter, Dahria Williams-Fernandes, and her partner, Jenelle A. Johnson, who are dedicated to maintaining and expanding upon the principles established by Rev. Williams.

Innovative Programs and Partnerships

Our commitment to service is reflected in our diverse range of initiatives, each designed to address specific community needs and support overall well-being:

• Legacies’ Ministry: This initiative bridges the gaps between families, pastors, and funeral professionals to enhance psychological wellness and support during a family’s time of need. Partnering with God throughout our business practices, we strive to address these crucial needs with sensitivity and care.
• The Promise Program: In response to our prayers, we offer discounted rates for funeral services to tithing members of local churches, aiming to support and strengthen church communities.
• Stepping Stones: This program encourages individuals to “Walk in Your Legacy,” promoting the importance of leaving a meaningful impact.
• Our Wellness Check: We facilitate focus groups across various life dimensions to address generational learning curves and promote holistic wellness.
• Blueprinted - Leaving a Legacy: A series focused on organizing affairs and defining one’s legacy, ensuring that every aspect is thoughtfully considered.
• Blue Grace: Targeting retired individuals, this program provides opportunities for them to give back and make a positive impact.
• The TRUEway: An internship program designed to set high standards for the next generation of funeral directors.
• The Trusted: In collaboration with probation officers, this strategic alliance aims to reduce recidivism and support community rehabilitation.
• My Brother’s Keeper Initiative: This program supports families and caregivers of individuals with acquired brain injuries, mental health issues, developmental disabilities, and those on the autism spectrum, ensuring dignified and respectful funeral services.

Strategic Alliance with PAUSE, Inc.

Our commitment extends beyond funeral services through our strategic alliance with PAUSE, Inc. Founded from over 25 years of experience in the death care industry, PAUSE offers a unique perspective on end-of-life planning, informed by the "Lens of Legacy." As a Certified Life Coach, Art Therapist, and End-of-Life Doula, Dahria Williams-Fernandes integrates these roles to enhance the support we provide.

Community Integration and Ethical Commitment

Embracing the principles of Kwanzaa and the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we strive to create spaces where unity and collaboration flourish. Our network includes religious leaders, healthcare professionals, life coaches, art therapists, social service agencies, legal and financial advisors, and insurance agents. This collaborative approach ensures that we address the full spectrum of community needs.

Our mission is to provide compassionate, ethical care that respects the dignity and worth of all individuals. We advocate for ethical discourse and actions that advance health and dignity, reflecting our commitment to delivering just and respectful healthcare.

A Sacred Trust

At Floyd A. Williams Funeral Home, we view the opportunity to care for your loved one as a sacred trust. Our dedication to providing meaningful, appropriate, and affordable services is evident in everything we do. Our MATCH program ensures transparent pricing, eliminating concerns about financial insecurity. Recognized nationally and internationally, we continuously strive to exceed expectations and uphold the high standards established by Rev. Williams.

In every aspect of our service, from the initial contact to the final arrangements, we are committed to caring for your family with the utmost respect and dignity. We believe that every life deserves to be honored and every family supported with the highest level of professionalism and compassion.

PAUSE - A Movement for A Moment

PAUSE, Inc. manifested from 25+yrs of experience in the Death Care Industry, in addition to balancing my personal Life's mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social hurdles. PAUSE has broadened my inner charge to help others with a unique perspective, which I call my "Lens of Legacy." The molding of PAUSE motivated me to get the credentials that would back what Life had already been set in place. The full scope of PAUSE and subsidiaries such as DOU-Love reveal my passion as I currently find myself not only a funeral director but also a Certified Life Coach, Art Therapist, and End-of-Life Doula.

Embracing the principles of Kwanzaa and the words of Dr. Martin Luther King, we serve to find or create spaces where Unity could flourish. Thus seeing the networking abilities and striving to develop healthy, professional relationships with Religious Leaders, Health Care Professionals, Life Coaches, Art therapists, Community-Based Social Service Agencies, Legal Professionals, Financial Advisors, Estate Planning Specialists, and Insurance Agents.

In hopes to create a network that pushes toward “The Greater Goal” at the end of the day.

Our President Mrs. Dahria Williams-Fernandes states,

"My efforts are to ensure that His purpose for my Life & the gift of “The Lens of Legacy” has a voice and transcends for no other reason but to combat the heartache, pain, trauma, regrets, grief, and depression. Every day I witness the broad scope of human emotions, thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and the aftermath while serving my community. This is my way of ensuring that the lives I have laid to rest do not die in vain. That I can bring a voice to their testimony and shine a light on their Legacy but also for the families’ lives who suppress their “truth” and their feelings to OUR detriment. Ringing true comes the cliché “you (We) are only as strong as our weakest link.”

To take the time to PAUSE to bless others is not only an honor but one of personal confirmation and opportunity to “Walk in the Light of our Legacies”

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