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Mary "Evelyn" Williams (nee Graham)
SCHERERVILLE/HAMMOND, IN - Mary Evelyn Williams, age 93, entered into the gates of heaven on Wednesday, March 20, 2019.
She is survived by four children: David G. (Regina) Williams, Linda (Philip) Perkins, James J. (Cheri) Williams and Thomas C. (Nanette) Williams; four grandchildren: Kimberly M. Smith, T.J. (Bridgett) Williams, Derek Williams and Laura Waelbroeck; three step-grandchildren: Melanie Vela, Jennifer Stevenson and Scott Perkin; five great-grandchildren: Natalie and Jackson Smith, Chase and Liliana Waelbroeck and Stella Williams; three step-great-grandchildren: Caterina, Caitlyn and Alexander Stevenson; sisters-in-law: Beverly McCullough and Esther Graham as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband of 62 years James "Jim" R. Williams; parents: Joseph and Estella Graham; son, Donald Williams and siblings: Marjorie (Bob) Borchardt, Lloyd Graham, Thelma (Bob) Northrup, Edythe (Leo) Shryock.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at BOCKEN FUNERAL HOME, 7042 Kennedy Ave., Hammond, (Hessville) with Pastor Chad Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Chapel Lawn Cemetery, Schererville. Friends are invited to meet with the family for a time of visitation on Friday, March 22, 2019 at BOCKEN FUNERAL HOME from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Evelyn was a life time resident of the Calumet area and moved to Schererville 30 years ago. She was a former member of Hammond First Church of the Nazarene and currently Living Grace Church of the Nazarene.
Evelyn was a faithful auxiliary member of the Gideon Hammond Camp for many years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who will be dearly missed.
In lieu of flowers memorials to VNA Hospice or the Hammond Camp Gideon's would be appreciated. For additional information contact BOCKEN FUNERAL HOME 219-844-1600 or www.bockenfunerals.com.
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April 22, 2019
My condolences go out to your loved ones. Hoping the words at Psalms 94:19 may bring you some comfort during this very difficult time.
K J
March 23, 2019
Your family have my deepest of condolences. May the God of all comfort, embrace you with his strength and peace.
Psalm 29:11
Sheryl Thatcher-Cripps
March 22, 2019
Jim & Cheri, so sorry for your loss. May all the great memories be with you all. God be with you as you Celebrate Mom's 93 years of life. God Bless you. Prayers. ♥
Linda Myricks
March 22, 2019
To the Family: My condolences for your loss.
Helen Klamczynski-Gross
March 22, 2019
Mrs. Williams was one of the nicest ladies I've ever met. Don was my brother-in-law, and the Williams family were caring, considerate people. My deepest condolences to the family. You are in my prayers.
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