Ms. Alberta Hall

July 3, 1941 - May 29, 2020

Ms. Alberta Hall, 78, of Peoria, IL transitioned to her heavenly home at 10:53 am on Friday, May 29, 2020 at UnityPoint Methodist Hospital. Alberta, one of 13 children of John Henry and Ella Carrine (Hudson) Williams, was born in Peoria, IL on July 3, 1941. Alberta accepted Christ at an early age; she was a faithful and long-time member of New Cornerstone Baptist Church. She was married to Frank Hall for 30 years. He was her companion after marriage for 25 years and was by her side when she passed. She was an avid reader. She loved shopping and dancing. Alberta loved her family and spending time with them. Alberta leaves to cherish her most precious memories her loving family which includes her companion, Frank Hall; one son, Donald Lee Ashby; four daughters, Veronica Cotton, Karen Ashby, Genell Ashby and Ella (Michael) Collier all of Peoria; one brother, Claude “Sonny” Williams and one sister, Lucille Williams both of Peoria;18 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents; one son, Gary Tyler Ashby; five brothers, James, Bill, Ed, Joe and Clifford Williams and three sisters, Catherine, Elizabeth and Genell. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at New Cornerstone Baptist Church with a visitation one-hour prior at 9 am. Rev. Dr. Mark A. McConnell, Pastor will bring words of comfort. Alberta will be laid to rest at Lutheran Cemetery. The funeral service will be live streamed on Simons Mortuary's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Simons-Mortuary-232095303487150/ Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, social distancing and attendance limits will be observed at the church. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.