Coretta Shanelle Williams

July  16th, 1981 January  10th, 2025
Jersey City
Coretta Shanelle Williams

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Coretta “Retta” Williams. Retta was a vibrant soul who brought light, love, and endless laughter into the lives of everyone she encountered. Her magnetic personality, quick wit, and charismatic spirit had a way of transforming any space into a place of joy and connection. She was known for her infectious laugh, her clever jokes, and the warmth of her smile that could brighten even the darkest days.







Retta’s life was a testament to living fully, embracing laughter, and spreading love. Her presence was a gift, and her legacy of joy, kindness, and humor will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends.







As we navigate this heartbreaking loss, we invite you to join us in celebrating her remarkable life, cherishing the countless memories she left behind, and finding comfort in the support of one another during this difficult time.

Obituary

Coretta  “Retta” Williams was born on July 16, 1981, and departed this life unexpectedly on January 10, 2025. Retta was a vibrant and loving individual whose laughter, humor, and charisma touched everyone she met. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.



Retta was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Elizabeth Williams and Elvin Wyche. While we mourn her loss here on Earth, we find comfort in knowing she is reunited with them in eternal peace.



She leaves behind her cherished daughter, Tyrika Williams, who was her pride and joy, and her unborn grandson Tylil Myson Robinson, whom she was eagerly anticipating. Retta’s memory will also live on through her three devoted sisters, Kimberly Sampson, Latasha Williams, and Aquanetta Moore, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.



Though her time with us was far too short, the light Retta brought into the world will never fade. Her love, laughter, and unforgettable spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.

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January 28, 2025
Oh nothing just thinking about you 😞 wishing I can call & talk to you , I really wish you would’ve been at the babyshower knowing that’s all you was talking about 🥰 but you was there spiritually with me I felt you 🫶🏾🫶🏾 I love you ma
Freaka
January 15, 2025
I’m sorry this happened to you literally was a aunt to me I cherish every moment we spent together the cookouts the block parties I love you aunty retta & to my baby cousin tyrika and your unborn child My heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in cherished memories, and may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Sending you strength and support 🕊️🥺
Jamont
January 15, 2025
Just thinking bout you 😔
Freaka
January 13, 2025
Rettaaa , my heart is so heavy . Literally watched me grow up , Bostwick days omg 😥 always was funny , loving , welcoming and just so genuine 🤍 I’m in disbelief my heart so heavy for Tyrika . God had other plans that we can’t questions and receive an answer man . Watch over your only child and first grandson 🤍 until we meet again my love 😘
Rahrahh
January 12, 2025
My deepest condolences to her family, especially to her daughter. She was a great mom always made it happen for her Tyrika I’m keeping you and your baby in my prayers, baby girl. Retta you hurt me with this one girl I’m so sorry this happened to you. Take your rest now your work here is done. I love you so much and thank you for being a good friend. you were a pain, but a good friend I love you so much and I’m definitely going to miss you rest well
Love Fee
Felicia Gleaton
January 12, 2025
Sending my love and deepest sympathy to you and your family 🙏🏾
Tay
January 12, 2025
Ohh nothing just up thinking about you 😔 wishing I can call you & let you get on my nerves one more time , Ma I love you so much & really don’t know how to feel rn all i do is just think about how you wanted all good for me 💯 but it’s hard knowing I can’t hear you respond to me nomore 💔 I’m so glad I gave you your flowers why you here on how bomb of a parent you was raising me alone 🫶🏾 & now it’s my time to show you how much it paid off by raising Tylil imma make sure he know about you & he never forget about you 😘 I love you my heart & can’t wait to see you again 😍
Freaka
January 12, 2025
Even tho I wasn’t your blood son, you always looked out for me and checked up on me and my brother whenever you seen us🫶🏽🤍 may you be at rest now. I got my sister ❤️❤️
Carliq
January 11, 2025
I don’t know where to start or where to begin, you was always like a mom to me. 💔💔💔 full of love & laughs playing all day 😢😢😢😢 I love you. Shine your light over my best friend & tylil 🫂 we gone miss you down here. Fly high Ret Ret. 💔🪽🪽
Nonna
January 11, 2025
My condolences to the family and friends Rip Retta
Netta
January 11, 2025
My condolences to the family. Retta you will truly be missed by so many. Rest in Happiness
Wana
January 11, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family. You are truly missed my right hand forever and always love. SIP my friend/sister for life 😇🙏🙏❤️
Juanita McKenney
January 11, 2025
My sisters/Aunts 4Life
Katrina Moore
January 11, 2025
My deepest condolences
Tameka Nelson
January 11, 2025
This very unfortunate beautiful soul love being around u but god got u now watch over ya daughter my friend my heart is so heavy for you tyrika🥺💔🙏🏽
Amani
January 11, 2025
Retta you will be missed dearly! I’ll cherish the memories we shared and keep you in my heart. ❤️
Nae Nae
January 11, 2025
Love you retta😢🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷
Keleah
January 11, 2025
I don’t even know where to start or what to say! no matter what you was really my fav, a second mother to me always 💔 please watch over freaks and tylil they need it the most, you will forever be deeply missed & I appreciate you for everything 😞🫶🏾
Dayna
January 11, 2025
Damn Retta this one hit different we was retta and retta your friend from Newark I will always miss you you kept me laughing and you was always full of life I got to know ur family thru u because you always spoke about them freeka was your light ronica could do no wrong Tasha the aggi sister lol Kim keeping everyone in line Trina you roll dog c.o blowing your shit I could keep going cuz retta could go on for hours lol and I could just see your cheeks lighting up no one I no had confidence like you you was that girl you will be missed and forever loved. P.s Loretta
Loretta
January 11, 2025
Your love, laughter, and spirit touched everyone around you. Life won’t be the same without you here. I love you so much, and I’ll carry your memory with me everyday. Rest peacefully, my friend. 💔
Crystal
January 11, 2025
I will miss you so much. 💔
Marquisha
January 11, 2025
Losing you was so unexpected 😩🕊️ You was always like another mother to me 💔 I promise to 4EVA continue being by freakaa side thru it all 🤞🏾 we got her Ma 🫶🏾 Rest Up In Paradise I Love You
Lay
January 11, 2025
Mommy please watch over me & Tylil please 🙏🏾 I beg you to shine threw us with ya brightest light so that we always feel you with us 💔
Freaka
January 11, 2025
You will truly be missed retta , love you girlyy 🥺🥺 i got freakyy ❤️❤️ imma miss your funny self 🤣
Tee cupss

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