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Bridget Williams Obituary

Williams Bridget Beck Williams, age 57, Wednesday, June 10, 2015 peacefully at Kobacker House surrounded by her family. Born in Pittsburgh, PA to John and Harriet Beck. Graduate of Vincentian High School and Mercyhurst College with a BSN in Nursing. Retired Parish Secretary at St. Matthew the Apostle and St. Catharine Parishes. Bridget known as Mimsie to her family, was a friend to all and never saw a kitten she didn't like. Survived by husband of 33 years, Bob; children, Christopher (Meredith), Meghan, Allison (Dave) Weiner and Ashley Williams; sister, Pat Carr; brothers, Rob (Cindy), Jack (Sue), Jim (Diane) and Bill (Denise) Beck; brother-in-law, Tim Carr; special friend, Maureen Atkinson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call Monday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 E. Broad St. Rosary 8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday 10 a.m. at Holy Cross Church, 204 S. 5th St. Burial Headley Cemetery. Friends who wish may contribute in Bridget's memory to the Stephanie Spielman Fund for Breast Cancer Research, 660 Ackerman Rd., P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, OH 43218. Visit www.egan-ryan.com for condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jun. 11 to Jun. 14, 2015.

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Kimmy DePriest

June 15, 2015

May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.

Ken Schone

June 15, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers, Kenneth L. Schone and staff

June 14, 2015

So sorry for your loss, Bob and family. Just had heard recently of Bridget's suffering. She was always a pleasure to be around as was the whole family. Thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Jenny and Ken Novotny

Linda Reister

June 14, 2015

We will miss this lovely lady and her God-given smile and pleasant personality! So happy that she touched my life through our parish!

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

June 14, 2015

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

June 13, 2015

Bob, Dee an I are so sorry for your loss...She just told me after finding out today. I remembering meeting her and I know that your heart weighs heavy right now. I found this for you....because it fit the two of you: Across the years I will walk with you - in deep green forests, on shores of sand and when our time on earth is through, in heaven too, you will have my hand!~Robert Sexton You and the kids are in our prayers....we are so sorry for your loss.
Robert&Dee

June 13, 2015

Love and prayers to your family... We will always remember our special friendship with you and your beautiful Mother, Bridget--so open and sharing to all. --Jim and Karen Jilek Family

June 13, 2015

Dearest Bob and Family, Bridget was the sunshine of your family and her warmth and love will live on through all of you. She left us too soon. We were all blessed to have her enjoy Allison and Dave's wedding. She smiled all night with radiance! What a lovely memory! Love, Marsha

Barbara Doyle

June 12, 2015

I knew Bridget from our days at st. Matthew school. My deepest sympathy to her family.So sorry for your loss .

Wayne& Mary Ann Wingard

June 12, 2015

Bob and family,our heartfelt sympathies.We or no one can imagine how you are feeling.Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.If we can do anything you have my number.God bless all of you.

Ann Carnahan Espinola

June 12, 2015

Jim and Diane, I am so sorry you are going through this. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jan Beck

June 12, 2015

Twenty years ago I not only gained a client to make as beautiful on the outside as she was on the inside... I gained a friend. We have shared all walks of life.. I am so blessed to have known Bridget and will have a place in my heart for her always... My prayers and hugs to Bob , and all their beautiful children. Heaven gained a beyond beautiful angel....

Dianne Kauffman

June 12, 2015

With a smile Bridget not only lit up the room, but she instantly enhanced the souls within the room. We are better for having known her. Our deepest sympathy to each of Bridget's family members. Love, Dianne and Dan

Bobbie Meyers

June 12, 2015

I love you dear, sweet Bridget & will miss you so much as you are now resting in the arms of God! When I think of you I see that warm, beautiful smile!
My sincerest sympathy & prayers to Bob & all your family & friends. I pray God will remind them of all the good times they shared with you to get through this difficult time. With love.

Wanda Kimble

June 12, 2015

Heart felt condolences to the family. I pray GOD wraps his loving arms around the family for comfort and peace.

Betty Dolder

June 12, 2015

Sgt I am so very sorry. Your police radio family are thinking of you and your family.
God Bless.

Anis Toumeh

June 11, 2015

Deeply sorry for your loss. May her soul rest in peace.

Rita Hoyt

June 11, 2015

To Bridget's family, you have my deepest sympathy. I will miss her smiling face and her awesome hugs. She always cheered me up. Lacie (my dog) absolutely loved her. Bridget will always be in my heart. Love, Rita and "Lacie"

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