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Annetta Williams Obituary
Annetta was born July 6, 1960, in Rapid City, S.D. She was raised and educated in Rapid City and attended Rapid City Central High School, South Dakota State University at Brookings, S.D., and earned a B.S in Environmental Management with minors in math and physics.
Annetta devoted herself to serving the Great Falls Rescue Mission most recently, and had, at one time, worked in all the following; school bus driver, florist, school teacher, butcher, youth counselor, real estate agent and art gallery owner. Most of all she was an extraordinary human being, loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin, niece and friend. She was a courageous and beautiful spirit who lived for the Lord and her loved ones. The best friend we ever had, loved by all whose lives she touched.
She enjoyed tatting, knitting, Bible study, bowling, antique shopping, garage sales and flower arranging.
Survivors include her husband, Brian James Williams, and her daughter, Samantha Rae Williams, and son, Jacob Brian Williams, all of Great Falls; her parents, Ray and Dorothy Miller, Warsaw, Mo.; two sisters, Karen Maver, Rapid City, and Dawn Hagan, Clinton, Mo.; and a brother, Jim Miller, Des Moines, Iowa. She is also survived by Grace Olson, Fay Schmidt and family, and Nikki Anderson and family, all of Minneapolis, and Arthur Merde and family of Fort Mills, S.C.
Memorial services will be at 11 a.m. Monday May 16, at Crossroads Memorial Church.
Memorials in her name are suggested to the Great Falls Rescue Mission Haven of Hope.
Condolences to the family can be left at www.croxfordfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Annetta Williams
May 18, 2011
Dear Brian, Jake & Samantha ~ I didn't know Annetta well, but her love for the Lord and her joy in living touched my heart. She will be greatly missed. Cyndi McMullen Great Falls, MT
Christy Cavanagh
May 18, 2011
Dear Brian, Jake and Samantha, we are so sorry to hear of Annetta's passing. She had a special place in all of our hearts, but Trents especially. She was so good to him. I'm sorry we were not able to attend the funeral due to being out of state. Please know we are here for all of you....Trevor, Christy, Jordan Trent and Brennan Cavanagh
Kathy, Mark, Tristan, and Jason Seidler
May 17, 2011
Dear Brian, Jacob, and family, We were very sorry to hear about Annetta's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything do not hesitate to ask.
May 15, 2011
Dearest Sam. My heart aches for the loss you've suffered. Remembering the stories you wrote in English classes of family fun times made a lasting impression on me not only for your linquistic ability, but for the love that came across so clearly in your words. Your mother must have been a stellar role model for you in every way as you were a very, very special young lady even way back in sixth grade. To lose your mother while so young is a terrible tragedy, but I'm confident that with the time you had together, she has helped make you a very strong young woman. She will be with you always, and I know the memories you have of her will sustain you in these darkest times and bring you much joy when you share stories of her with your children. With deepest affection, Mary Hoffman
Kay Munson
May 15, 2011
May 15, 2011
Samantha, I was sorry to learn of your mother's passing. Janelle has kept me informed as to the progress with all the treatments and with your life as well. I know your mother was a source of strength, joy, and enlightenment for you. I appreciate the photo you selected as the smile shows your mother's absolute inner and outer beauty. Having you as a student in sixth grade was delightful since you were one of those intelligent, giving, and kind people all teachers enjoy and remember. Your mother gave you a strong foundation, her enthusiasm, and so much more that will be revealed in and about you over time. I am truly sorry for your loss. Kay L. Munson
May 15, 2011
Dear Brian, Sam, Jake and family,
Our family is so sad to learn of Annetta's death. We will all miss her deeply. She left a big mark on the world in her kindness and empathy for others. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with your family now and always. Love, Lori and Joe, Katherine, Sarah, and Michael Tomscha
Stacy Williams
May 14, 2011
My sincerest sympathy for your family...I am deeply saddened.
Annetta was a peace ambassador to me in a time of great turmoil. She was a gentle friend that taught me a lot about life and I cherish her advise and spirit to this day and forever.
Carl Phillips
May 14, 2011
The Williams family, we(Carl,Tammy, Valerie,and Stephen) extend our deepest sympathies during this most difficult of times. May our wonderful Savior comfort you during your heartache.
Ace Kary
May 14, 2011
Dear Brian,Sam,Jake and family,
May the God of all Comfort, comfort your hearts and minds and carry you in His tender loving arms in this time of sorrow and loss of Annetta. Our hearts,prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
With sincere sympathy,
Ace & Edna, Paul, Rebekkah and David Kary
May 14, 2011
Dear Brian and family,
You are all in my heart and prayers. May your many beautiful memories of Annetta continue to comfort you now and in the days ahead. With loving sympathy, Jean Kary.
Eric and Rae Staab
May 14, 2011
Dear Brian and family,
Our deepest sympathy in your loss of Annetta. May the Lord Jesus comfort you and help you in your sorrow. Love, Eric and Rae
May 14, 2011
Brian, Samantha and Jake. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this difficult time. Brian you and I have known eachother since 3rd grade and I am very sorry that I will not be there with you on Monday. I will however be there in spirit and prayer and may the peace that you receive that day strenghthen you and your family as these difficult days pass. The Steigauf Family
Carl and Anna Lee Humphrey
May 14, 2011
We are deeply saddened to learn of Annetta's passing. I have saved letters she had written us. She had a wonderful way of expressing herself and was a great inspiration. We will cherish her memory forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Calvary Chapel of Great Falls
May 13, 2011
Brian and Family,
You have our deepest sympathy as you say farewell to your beloved, Annetta, commending her to the Lord, Jesus, and His promised joy of Heaven. We are remembering you in prayer for comfort, hope, encouragement and true peace to be upon your lives as you walk, daily, with The Lord.
Sam Williams
May 13, 2011
Thank you Rita and family. Glad you can make her service. - Sam
Rita Larson
May 13, 2011
Brian, Sam and Jake,
Annetta was a wonderful wife and mother. We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I will see you on Sunday.
Love
David, Rita, JR, Angi, Jamie and Stevie
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