TY was a Godly Woman of God. Our deepest condolences to the family. She will be missed. May the Lord bless the family abundantly and comfort you in this difficult time. I beleive Jesus stood up to receive Ty in his arms.

I am gutted, Ty and I had been in regular communication even before they moved to Naples. She’s the finest person. A true friend and so humble. Condolences to her family – will keep you all in my prayers.

From Rev. Rose H. McCall, former AJM Board Member 2005-2010
A sad announcement in the Pageant Community… Alabama’s first Black State Titleholder for AMERICA’S Junior Miss, who went on to win the National Title, has passed. I got a chance to meet her the last year I served on the State Board. An amazing pointe dancer, she also competed at the Miss Alabama Pageant during her college days.
My condolences to her family and friends.

Tyrenda, you will always be remembered and loved!!! And I will always be proud to call you my DYW/JR MISS sister. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends.

My condolences to Jon, Emma, Lila and family / friends. Ty was well known in our community with her infectious smile, sisterhood, volunteering, giving back in tremendous ways and hosting memorable parties with delicious food. Her presence will be missed and we will cherish her memories and legacy. Ty I dedicate this poem to you:
Do Not Stand At My Grave And Weep

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.

Mary Elizabeth Frye

Tyrenda was a woman of faith, love, and friendship. We lost a woman of great character. I will miss her sweet smile, willingness to always help, and more. Many prayers to the family…

Such sudden and cruel news. An immensely talented, thoughtful, and lovely human being. May God bless and keep you, Ty.

It is with great sadness we said good bye to Ty on this earth. She was a loving, energetic, intelligent, daughter, friend, mother and wife. We considered her like she was one of our daughters. She was an exceptional person. We are praying for her family and all that knew her.
David and Linda Fry

I’ve known Tyrenda since she was a little girl. Her mother Sharona Williams and I worked together at Parisians in Birmingham. Later, my college roommate and his wife were Tyrenda’s host family at Junior Miss in Mobile, Alabama.

Years later I ran into Ty and Jon at the Newark Airport, and Ty had become the beautiful and accomplished woman I knew she would be.

Much love to John, Ticely and Sherona.

Mark Roberts – Birmingham, Alabama

I am so sad for your loss. My condolences to the family. Ty was an amazing person. She had a heart of gold and loved her family so much. She will be missed by so many. I enjoyed teaching her tennis and sharing many laughs along the way.

It truly sadden my heart to hear that you have transitioned to eternal rest from the cares of this world. Your love for God, family , and friends was so evident as you humbly journeyed through this life. The world has lost a very special talented young woman who will be missed. Praying for strength, peace, and abundant comfort for your family.
Your mentor and friend!
Minister Bonita Grant Chaney

I have no words! Jon, Emma, Lila, our hearts are with you, our prayers are with you. Ty was the best woman I knew and I cannot express how much we are going to miss her. Love, Mandy, Jeff, Mara and Finley Gardner

Our hearts have been so heavy with the news of Tyrenda’s passing. Our prayers and deepest condolences are with Jon, Emma, Lila, and both of the extended Williams’ and Reed families during this unimaginable loss. I met Ty three years ago in Naples and we became fast friends. We bonded over being new transplants to town and we shared a hometown connection to Alabama. Our lives were busy raising children and working, but we always made time to catch up over lunch or coffee at Ty’s favorite local spot, Kunjani. I will miss Ty dearly, but I feel so fortunate to have been able to call her a friend and to have been gifted with her megawatt smile, infectious laugh, tight embraces and purely joyous energy. I wish Jon, Emma and Lila, along with all of the family and friends that she leaves behind, comfort and peace in knowing that she was a woman of unwavering faith and is now in heaven in the arms of the Lord. Tyrenda Williams-Reed, you gave love, you are loved and you will never be forgotten.

Ty was such a beautiful and incredible woman. I met her through a dear friend that worked with both of us at ABC news in New York. She was intelligent, tenacious, kind and lovely inside and out–a precious individual. May her memory be a beautiful blessing, and may the Lord give comfort and peace to her husband and children. Heaven gained a lovely angel ❤️️ a darling spirit.

I’m stunned and saddened to learn of Tyrenda’s death. She was a successful and loved member of the debate team that I coached at Vestavia Hills High School. She was bright, qualifying to debate at the National Tournament of Champions, and articulate, a simply outstanding communicator. She was also a humble and charming young woman. She left beautiful prints on her path. My condolences to all her family, especially to Jerona and Tycely.

My heart is heavy, just heard of Tyrenda Williams passing. My heart goes out to the family.

Our hearts are broken. Tyrenda touched so many lives in a positive way. She was a remarkable and gracious person, and consider ourselves lucky to have known her. We know that her legacy will live on in her beautiful family. Praying for peace as you navigate the days ahead.

I am heartbroken, but she was too good for this world.

Ty was a light and one of my favorite people to see around town and interact with through work. We will miss her strong and smart presence in our community.

Words come hard today from learning about our beautiful Tyrenda. She was our work study student in the Alumni Office at Birmingham Southern College in Birmingham, Alabama and was a joy to see everyday. She was loved by everyone who had contact with her and will be greatly missed.

Jon, my thoughts and prayers to you and your children. I am so sorry for you to hear this. I am so glad to have had the great pleasure to work with Ty for a few years about 8 years ago and get to know Jon and her beautiful children. Ty was a bundle of energy and positivity. It was hard not to smile when working with. My heart goes out to Jon and the kids. She will be missed, but I also know that in her way too short a time here, she left a mark and many, many people will remember her.

I’m so saddened to hear about the passing of Ty. What a beautiful soul. I remember her infectious smile and energy . I’m so glad we crossed paths in life. My condolences to her family.

They say God wants the best of us, so I guess that’s why he took Ty too soon – because she was among the very best of us. Her physical beauty was matched by an extraordinary inward light that radiated outward. Everyone could see this within ten seconds of talking to her. She was truly a unique and gifted woman. When our world desperately needs more beautiful souls in it like Ty, I can’t understand why He took her away from us. But she herself said that “my faith does not require my understanding,” and I know she would want us to hang on to those words right now. May God watch over her family and give them peace and strength.

Very sorry to hear about the loss of Tyrenda, she will always be remembered. I was with AJM when she represented the state and nation and she will be missed.

This precious jewel of ours will forever live in our hearts. God’s gift to the world as she gave so much to others. Her light shone bright and emitted ebullient light against a world that can sometimes seem dark! Her journey has just begun and we will see her again. Please pray for her husband, children, Mother, siblings and family of which there are so many. She will live on forever in our hearts. Good night Tyrenda, we will see you in the morning. ❤️❤️ Beverley Addison

Tycely Williams Tyra Williams Pickens Tyrone Williams ❤️❤️

My sincere condolences to the Williams and Reed families. I competed in the 2000 Miss Alabama Pageant with Tyrenda. I absolutely loved her spirit and determination, she was the epitome of grace and class. What a blessing it is to have crossed paths with such a wonderful person. May God strengthen each of you during this difficult time. Rest well beautiful lady! ~Nakeva Harrison Pulley

Tyrenda and I were classmates at Vestavia. She was a rare combination of beauty, brains, and humility. She was such a a unique person, and I will never forget her charm and wit. My condolences to her family.

Our family was blessed to meet Tyrenda last summer. She was such a beautiful person inside and out. We send our condolences, prayers and love to the family.

I’ve known Tyrenda since we were 11 years old in middle school and were quickly fast friends. She remains one of the most beautiful, godly and humble souls I have ever known and will always hold her in my heart as a woman I loved and admired. Until we meet again my dear friend, I love you.

My deepest condolences and prayers to the family! May God continue to strengthen you during this difficult time.

May God release His abundant love and divine peace to the Williams and Reed families! Continue to trust God in the midst of the process.

My prayers are with you and your family ty…….

I was blessed to meet Tyrenda through the Junior Miss program. I watched her perform a beautiful ballet performance on stage. She won the local, state and national titles. She continued to volunteer and give back to the JM/DYW program. She volunteered her time to serve as MC at our local scholarship program in Madison Alabama. My prayers to her husband, daughters and family through this difficult time. You have lost someone very special, someone who touched many hearts! With Sincere Sympathy!

My heart has been broken with the loss of beautiful Ty. I was fortunate to be Lila’s teacher the previous school year and developed a friendship with Ty outside of school that supported a love for Jesus Christ. Our sisterhood in our great Savior, Jesus, was expressed in prayer for our community, schools, and country. She was a beacon of light and hope in our fallen world. I admired her enthusiasm for life, love for her family, and most of all for her devotion and love for Jesus Christ. She was generous with gifts, positivity, and lit up the room wherever she was with her incredible smile. My heart goes out to the Reed family. Jon, Emma, and Lila, I pray the Holy Spirit comforts and provides the peace, grace, and mercy you will all need to move forward. May God bless you all.

The members of First Congregational Church in Birmingham, Alabama, grieve with the Williams-Reed family in the loss of a beautiful spirit. Tyrenda was one of the early instructors of our church’s Creative Angels liturgical dancers. Not only was she a gifted dancer, but she was warm, wise and encouraging to the young persons in her charge. May she rest in peace and power, and may her family be comforted by the fact that she shone a bright and ongoing light in the lives of many.

Elaine Witt and I were stunned and saddened to hear about Ty. She was a light and a force of positive energy. Sending condolences and prayers of comfort to the family.

To Jerona, Tycely, Tyra, Tyrone and the whole Williams and Reed families:
My sincerest condolences in the loss of your precious Tyrenda. She gave off such beautiful and bright light wherever she went. May the Lord comfort you all and surround you with his healing wings of love to give His peace in this very difficult hour. Your Vestavia family lifts you in our prayers.

My sincere condolences to Ty’s family. I knew Ty through AJM and she left a lasting impression on me – her smile, grace and leadership. I hope the strength and kindness she exemplified in life wraps around you and lifts you up with love. She was truly remarkable.

I was absolutely heartbroken last night to learn of Tyrenda’s passing. I remember her time at Pizitz along with Tycely and Tyrone. Her beautiful spirit was a delight to all who knew her. Please know that I am praying for God’s comfort for both the Williams and Reed families.

Her positive light will never fade.

Ty was such a gift to this world. May her memory be a blessing to her friends and family.

My condolences to Tycely and the family for such a beautiful loss. Sending prayers and positive energy for God’s hand in the healing.

Our deepest heartfelt sympathies and condolences to Jon and children. May God give them support and strength to bear this irrevocable loss.
Ty is such a charming and wonderful person, the world will miss her. May her soul rest in peace.

Dear Williams and Reed Family,

Words cannot express the deep sorrow we feel for your loss. Our hearts are broken alongside yours as we remember Tyrenda, who we had the privilege of watching grow up across the street. She was such a sweet, kind-hearted young woman—a shining light who always carried herself with grace and love for those around her.

We remember her joyful spirit, her remarkable talent as a dancer, and the pride she brought to you and your family as a Junior Miss winner. Her faith in Christ was evident to all who knew her, and we take comfort in knowing she is now resting in His loving arms.

Please know that you, her husband, and her precious daughters are in our thoughts and prayers. We are here for you, ready to support you in any way we can during this incredibly difficult time.

With deepest sympathy and love,
Rodney and Janice Williams

God gained a beautiful angel of light and you all lost a loving, caring, kind, thoughtful, compassionate, I could go on and on about my sister in Christ Tye. She will be missed tremendously. It is my sincere prayer that God gives you all strength and comfort during this difficult time. Please know that I am here for you all during this time of sorrow and sadness.
My heartfelt sympathies are with your family.

We were honored to meet Ty in Naples, Florida. Her in-laws are dear friends and neighbors of ours. Ty was beyond special—beautiful inside and out. She radiated grace, light and positivity. She set an outstanding example and inspired us all. Sending our love and prayers to Ty’s entire family.
Linda Noel and John Lyngaas