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Karen Williams Obituary
PEKIN - Karen M. Williams, 63, of Pekin, Illinois, died at 8:11 a.m. Friday, May 22, 2009, at Pekin Hospital.
She was born January 4, 1946, in Springfield, Illinois to Henry and Frieda Dickman. She married John R. Williams January 4, 1964, in Springfield; he survives.
Also surviving are two sons, John Roger (Wendy) Williams of New York Mills, Minnesota, and Justin Robert Williams of Pekin; two daughters, Jennifer Irene Jordan of Peoria, and Kelly Jean (Jeff) Kilgus of Pekin; 11 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; six sisters; and three brothers.
Her parents and two brothers preceded her in death.
Karen was employed at McDonalds, and was a homemaker. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Pekin.
Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 27, 2009, at Woolsey Funeral Home, with Pastor Kurt Mews officiating. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Pekin.
Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for Karen Williams
Aunt Sharon
May 28, 2009
John, Jenni, Kelly, John Jr, Justin and all of the Williams Family,
It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles
back again.
With Loving Memories
Doris Payton
May 26, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss.. my prayers are with all the family in your time of need..
Amanda Lercher
May 26, 2009
Karen a special lady, she always knew just what to say to brighten the day.
Suzy Hancock
May 25, 2009
Karen was more than my sister-in-law. Karen was my FREIND and sister.She was there for me alway's. I will miss her deeply. Things will not be the same without her. Everyone remember "Sissy's Song" by Alan Jackson. It definatley reminds me of Karen. She will be missed by me and Bryan!
Debbie Gibson
May 25, 2009
All of the Williams Family,
So Sorry for your loss, we will be thinking of you and yours. We know she will be missed. Love, your cousin, Rick (Dick) Gibson and Debbie Gibson
Liz Dickman
May 24, 2009
Rest in peace, aunt Karen
Mimi McDonald
May 24, 2009
Karen:
No bond is as great as that between a mother and her dauther. Know that you aare in my thoughts and prayers through this most difficult time.
Charlene Rusterholz
May 24, 2009
Karen was a special person. She had a big heart and will certainly be missed.
Love you Karen
Charlene
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