Katherine Ward Williams, age 96 of Castle Hayne, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Saturday September 28, 2024 at Lower Cape Fear Lifecare.

She was born September 16, 1928 in Brunswick County daughter of the late Lindsey and Annie Ward.

She is survived by her son, Tim Long and wife Terry of Rocky Point; three grandchildren, Jason Lilley, Christopher Nash, and Richelle Nash; four great grandchildren, Amiya, Makai, Drayden, and Corbin; a brother, Roy Ward and wife Janice of Leland; a sister, Faye Core of Wilmington; and many nieces and nephews.

Katherine was a retired Registered Nurse. She enjoyed gardening and was a bee keeper. Katherine was a very strong member of her church, Conerstone Baptist.

A celebration of her life will be announced in the near future.