Barbara Jane Williams

Barbara Jane Williams obituary, New Albany, IN

Barbara Jane Williams

Barbara Williams Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home - East Louisville on Feb. 5, 2026.
Barbara Jane Williams of New Albany, Indiana, passed away at the age of 87 on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.

Barbara was proceeded in death by her parents, N. James & Geraldine Sutter; daughter, Kimberly Graham; and son, Loney Williams, Jr. She leaves behind her daughter, Valerie Rouse (Whayne); granddaughter, Kimberly Campbell (Braxton); grandson, Alec Rouse; great grandson, Clayton; and great granddaughter, Liliana.

Barbara was grateful for the sweet and loving caregivers she had at Hillcrest Village.

A private graveside service will be held at Cave Hill Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to Shriners Children's https://donate.shrinerschildrens.org/campaign/618584/donate or mailed to Shriners Children's Attn: Shriners Children's Processing Center PO Box 947765 Atlanta, GA 30394.

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Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home - East Louisville

12900 Shelbyville Road, Louisville, KY 40243

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