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Rose Williams Obituary
She was born Aug. 7, 1926, in Wilkes-Barre, a daughter of the late Willard and Mary Howe Rhodes.
She was formerly employed at Merlino's Greenhouse and enjoyed gardening.
Mrs. Williams was a member of Messiah Primitive Methodist Church.
The family would like to thank the staff of Wesley Village for the excellent care that they provided.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William R. Williams; grandson, William R. Williams III; brothers, George, Robert and Willard; and sisters, Isabell Cook, Jane Karoly, Florence Miejewski and Gertrude Rhodes.
Surviving are her children, Ronald W. Williams and his wife, Barbara, Bear Creek Township; William R. Williams and his wife, Gloria, Wilkes-Barre; Karen M. Hrabousky and her husband, Matthew, Bear Creek Township; and Darren L. Williams, Luzerne; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.
The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday from E. Blake Collins Funeral Home, 159 George Ave., Wilkes-Barre. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Reginald H. Thomas, pastor of Messiah Primitive Methodist Church. Interment will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Hanover Township. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday.
Memorial donations may be made to Messiah Primitive Methodist Church, 110 Pittston Blvd., Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.eblakecollins.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Tiffany
April 30, 2023
Still can't believe it's been 11 years since you passed grandma rose I hope you and poppy are dancing in the sky again together miss and love you
Your granddaughter
Tiffany
Love you
Elaine
July 15, 2011
Condolences to the Williams family. Although, I never had the pleasure of meeting Rose, I'm sure she was a lovely lady. The stories and memories Barb and Ron has shared showed just a wonderful lady she was. Ron & Barb - May God be with you in this time of sorrow and may the memories of your mom fill the void in your heart.
July 15, 2011
We're so sorry to hear about Aunt Rose.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Charlie Williams & Family (W-B).
Tiffany
July 14, 2011
r.i.p grandma rose you were a great women with a smile that shined every room you were in always had a heart of gold kind to others had a big heart it was really hard on me to lose grandpa but i know you both are now danceing in heaven once again im glad i got to spend some time with you before god called for you im trying to hold my tears back i dont think i can do it xoxo- your grand daughter.
July 14, 2011
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I have fond memories when Karen and I were kids and how we used to go home for lunch from Calvin School. I remember her pleasant smile and humor. My parents thought highly of Mrs. Williams. I hope the family finds strength to get thru this difficult time. I will always remember your mom. She was a very special woman.
David & Leona DeCosmo
July 14, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family during this difficult tme.
May God be with you until your family is
reunited one day as he has promised.
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