Deborah Brown Williams
1949 - 2014
Deborah Brown Williams
1949 - 2014
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BORN
1949
DIED
2014
Deborah Williams Obituary
Deborah Brown Williams, 64, of Charleston, WV died peacefully Wednesday, July 16, 2014, after a five year battle with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, at the Hubbard Hospice House surrounded by her loving family and friends. Debbie was a 1967 graduate of Charleston High School and a 1971 graduate of Morris Harvey College.
She was a retired elementary school teacher from Kanawha County Schools. Debbie was a member of Grace Bible Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert L. and Jean Case Brown, sister, Barbara L. Brown, and grandparents, Russell and Mildred Case.
Surviving Debbie are her sons, Stephen S. Williams of Charleston, WV and Russell A. Williams of Atlanta, Georgia. She is also survived by her sister, Catherine F. Brown of Charleston, WV, brother, Robert “Casey” Brown of Mabank, Texas and adopted daughter, Samantha S. Stone of Charleston, WV, all of whom she love beyond measure. Her grandchildren, Taylor and Jack Williams, brought even greater joy to Debbie’s life.
Debbie was a dedicated and passionate teacher as evidenced by the many students who’s lives she touched, an avid soccer fan, and a pioneer of the soccer program at Capital High School where her sons played. She was not only a loving mother and grandmother, but a kind, beautiful, caring, and intelligent woman who handled herself with dignity. She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue- Prov. 31:26
A Celebration of Debbie’s life will be held on Monday, July 21, 2014 at Grace Bible Church located at 600 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV. Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. and officiated by Pastor Mathew Watts. The family will accept visitors one hour prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be made to Hubbard Hospice House at 1001 Curtis Price Way, Charleston, WV 25311, the Kanawha/Charleston Humane Association at 1248 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV 25311, or a charity of your choice.
Debbie will be deeply missed by her family, friends and beloved pets, Nigel and Luka. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Debbie’s multitude of friends who were extremely supportive throughout her courageous battle. They would also like to thank Dr. Steven Jubelirer, the staff at the David Lee Cancer Center, Dr. Amy Wertz and the staff at the Hubbard Hospice House.
The online guestbook may be accessed at www.wilsonfuneralandcremation.com
Wilson Funeral Home, Charleston is serving the Williams family
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July 31, 2014
So many good memeories starting out when our boys were playing soccer at 5 years old , her enthusiasm, and encouragement for the boys over the years waas admired by so many of us .Debbie will also always be remembered for her kindness ,beautiful smile and her laugh . Debbie touched so many lives . Her courage is such an inspiration. Debbie Williams you made your mark and will be greatly missed .
Barbara and Chris Hudson
Sandra Bates Williford
July 25, 2014
Looking forward to meeting again in glory.
July 25, 2014
Debbie will be missed by many. She was such a kind and compassionate person....She was an inspiration to all. She is with The Lord and she has no pain. I will see you again Debbie. God be with your family at this time and times to come.....
Loretta Lowe Hopson
Charleston, WV
Kan. Co. Retired School Employees
July 23, 2014
The West Virginia and Kanawha County Associations of Retired School Employees extend their sincere sympathy to you, the family, in your sorrow. Blessings to all.
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Donna & John Lopardo
July 22, 2014
We have known Deborah Jean since college days and have loved her and her family all that time. Her smile, laugh and her love for her family and the Lord Jesus will never be forgotten. She was a great giver of gifts but the greatest gift that she gave us was her love and memories. We know that Jesus enabled her to have Hope during these last years and she shared His Hope with everyone she met and knew. We ask God to bless everyone who was with her during her last days.
Kim Williams
July 22, 2014
Debbie was a fine person and will be missed by all. She was always full of laughter and joy. Sincere sympathy to family and all friends.
Jerry Cottle
July 21, 2014
I feel cheated that I didn't know Debbie long before we met on Facebook. She was so sweet and kind, and she would always cyber-swat me when I got out of line. What a wonderful lady. You'll be missed by so many.
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Mary Kay Cassano
July 21, 2014
From all your newfound friends on Survivor Stories on Facebook, thank you for being an inspiration to us all. You were always so positive and upbeat and lifted us up. You will be sorely missed but you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Debbie and many condolences to your family and friends.
July 21, 2014
To Debbie's family,
Sincere sympathy to each of you in this difficult time. I was priviledged to work with Debbie several years ago. She was a dedicated educator and a very creative teacher. She really cared about her students. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Roger Stanley, St. Albans, WV
Educator/Administrator (retired), Kanawha County Schools
Beth Griffith Reisman
July 20, 2014
Debbie was very active and loved on the Charleston High Facebook page and she will be missed by all. My sincerest sympathy to the family.
Christy Boyle
July 20, 2014
My thoughts are with your family especially Cathi. Debbie was always so nice to me the times when I was around her and she was lots of fun. So sorry Debbie went thru this awlful illness but now she is with God and looking down on all of her family. There was a period when Debbie would call me and we would talk and she always made me laugh. What a wonderful and positive person!!
Jeanne Dreisbach
July 20, 2014
My deepest condolences to the family of which I was once a part. Debbie was a wonderful person, and enriched the lives of so many.
Sincerely,
Jeanne McNulty Dreisbach
Teresa Ansell
July 20, 2014
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Debbie. She was a wonderful friend and a terrific woman. She adored her children and grandchildren. We used to sit together and watch our boys play little league baseball together. Our boys went through school together all the way to Capital High School. She was always positive and gracious. I will miss her but I'm happy she now rests peacefully in the arms of our Lord. Her suffering is over. God bless you Stephen and Russell and may He provide you comfort during this difficult time. God bless you too, Cathie and Casey. Love, Teresa Wiersteiner-Ansell (mom to Ryan and Ross Anderson)
Robin Aldridge McCormick
July 19, 2014
"Aunt" Debbie, I will never forget that laugh of yours, or the way you always made me feel welcome in your home with your usual greeting at the door-- a hug.
My thoughts and prayers of comfort surround your family.
Donna Hale
July 19, 2014
Debbie,
Although we never hung out in high school. I remember your pretty face. It was so nice getting to know you on Facebook. You handled your suffering with dignity and you are an inspiration to many people. Your kind words during my family problems and your gracious prayers for my family will forever be appreciated. I miss seeing your posts about animals up for adoption. I miss you, kind lady! Rest in Peace! My sincere and deepest condolences to your loved ones.
Kimberli Roessing-Anderson
July 19, 2014
Debbie, I am going to miss talking to you. I admired you very much and I was moved by your dedication to homeless animals. You were a warrior in this battle and you did not lose. You were just promoted to a higher level where you can help others fight. You were good to me as a child and a friend to me as an adult. Russell, Stephen and Samantha...I am so sorry for your loss.
jami maczko
July 19, 2014
I am so sorry, Debbie put up a great fight! I would like to add she was a huge animal lover as well you'll be so missed love you
Peggy Tennant
July 18, 2014
Russell and Stephen, I am so sorry for your loss.
Bill Perry
July 18, 2014
Love ya and you will be missed. You put up "one hell of a" fight. I'm not sure I could have match it.
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