Porsha Williams Mourns the Loss of Cousin Yolanda “Londie” Favors: “Love You Always”
Porsha Williams paid tribute to her late cousin with a heartfelt post.
On August 11, Porsha Williams shared the heartbreaking news that her cousin Yolanda “Londie” Favors, who appeared on Porsha's Family Matters, had passed away.
The Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member made the announcement in an Instagram post that featured a photo of Londie as well as the date of her passing and a quote that read, "Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, and you are loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure."
Porsha incorporated the quote into her caption and included an additional one attributed to E.A. Bucchianeri: "So it’s true, when all is said and done, grief is the price we pay for love.”
Porsha Williams' Tribute for Her Cousin, Yolanda “Londie” Favors
From there, Porsha launched into an emotional tribute for her cousin. "Londie - you were our best friend, our sister, our aunt, our cousin, and so much more ... The impact and value you provided all of us during your time here was tremendous, but we know that your spirit will always be with us every day guiding us through this difficult time and what’s still to come."
Porsha added that her family is "eternally grateful" for Londie. "Love you always Dear Baby Cousin," she concluded. "RIP."
Bravolebs Pay Their Respects to Porsha Williams' Cousin, Londie
Several Bravolebs left supportive comments, including Phaedra Parks, who, like Porsha, is set to return to RHOA for Season 16. "My sincerest condolences to you and your family," she wrote. "There is an old adage 'only the good die young' and Londie was better than good she was great! May God be pleased with her works and may peace, understanding and unspeakable joy be yours always."
Kandi Burruss added, "She was a beautiful person! I’m sorry for your loss," while Cynthia Bailey noted, "Wow. Heartbroken. Just saw her at your event a couple weeks ago. Gave me the biggest hug. She was always so kind, sweet and full of love. She will be missed by all. Sending my heartfelt & deepest condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss."
Porsha's sister Lauren Williams shared the same photo of Londie to her own feed, as well as a video compilation of a few of their happy moments together. The caption on the latter post read, "Yolanda Elisabeth Lacenia Favors. We were supposed to grow old together. Soulmates from day 1. From babies to adults[.] What do I do without you?"
Porsha, for her part, left a red heart emoji comment on the post.
Official Statement from the Hosea Williams Family on the Passing of Yolanda E. Favors
In a statement to The Daily Dish, the Hosea Williams Family remembers Yolanda. The statement reads:
"It is with profound sadness that we announce our beloved family member, Yolanda E. Favors, passed away unexpectedly on August 7, 2024. Regarded as "Londie" to those close to her, she was the granddaughter of Rev. Hosea L. Williams and Juanita Terry Williams and the daughter of Yolanda Willams-Favors and Calvin Leonard Favors. Yolanda, who was 34, was known for her kindness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to her family and community. Her steady and persistent pursuit of joy and beauty was inspiring, allowing her to bring a triumphant and radiant energy everywhere she went. She worked passionately as a Creative Director, Event Planner and Interior Designer, positively impacting the lives of many with her strategic creativity, eye for beauty, dedication, and spirit.
Her company, Elizabeth Lacenia Designs, curated uniquely artistic designs featured on series such as The Real Housewives of Atlanta and in recent years, ELD’s Christmas designs developed a dedicated following and were featured in US Weekly, Celebrity Insider, BravoTV Online, Celebrity Insider, People Magazine, and more. Yolanda also donated her immense talent to help organize events for Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless.
Yolanda's passing is deeply felt by all who knew her and leaves a void that cannot be filled. She is survived by her loving family, including her mother Yolanda Williams Favors; her sister Aisha Favors; her paternal grandmother Jacqueline “Mimi” Favors, her aunts Elisabeth Omilami, Dr. Barbara Williams Emerson, Andria “Lisa” Williams, Diane Williams; her uncle Andre Williams; her cousins Weusi and Jamila Emerson, Awodele and Tara Omilami, Hosea and Rhonda Williams III, Juanita Williams Ramey, Porsha Williams, Brenton and Amanda Williams, Lauren Williams, Evelyn Williams, and Andre Williams and their children. Yolanda also had countless forever friends from her time at the University of Georgia and her work family from Hosea Feed the Hungry and Homeless who will forever cherish the memories they shared with her.
During this difficult time, we kindly ask for your thoughts and prayers. The family appreciates your respect for our privacy as we navigate through this heartbreaking moment. Thank you for your understanding and support."
