Charlotte Williams and Angela Williams Bergeson
Recorded
May 17, 2025
47:51 minutes
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mba000511
Description
Charlotte Lucille Williams (97) sits down with her daughter, Angela Bergeson (72), to reminisce about the exciting places she has lived and visited throughout her life, her family and the impact they’ve had on her, childhood memories, and being the oldest of five siblings. She also reflects on how she met her husband and shares memories of her five children and their accomplishments.Subject Log / Time Code
Angela Bergeson (AB) asks Charlotte Williams (CW) how she feels about being 97 years old. CW lists the places where she has lived, starting with her birthplace: Atlanta, Georgia.
CW remembers her grandparents, who lived in Douglas, Georgia, and speaks about one of her grandfathers being one of the first members of the LDS church in Douglas.
CW recalls meeting her husband at a funeral and remembers her house catching on fire when she was 10 years old.
CW reflects on the great meals her mother cooked for her.
CW discusses her mother’s instincts for cooking vegetables and providing nutritious meals for her children. She also reflects on being the oldest of five children.
CW tells the story of how her mother gave birth to her youngest brother just a few days before getting married.
CW talks about regretting feeling like she wasn’t always a good mother. AB expresses her appreciation for CW.
CW shares her decision to study art and reflects on discovering her talents later in life.
CW talks about being married to her husband for 75 years.
CW expresses gratitude and pride for her children, their families, and their achievements.
CW remembers flying with her husband on an adventure that almost ended in tragedy.
Participants
- Charlotte Williams
- Angela Williams Bergeson