Donald Williams

Donald Williams, 93, a resident of Ringtown, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18th, 2025.

Don was born in Ashland on October 28, 1931, a son of the late Walter and Marion (Zimmerman) Williams. After graduating from West Mahanoy Township High School, he embarked on a long time career of working in the mining industry, retiring after 47 years for Pagnotti Enterprises as a loader operator in 1995.

Don was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Ringtown, where he was the former custodian and also at the Old White Church in Ringtown. A member of the Shenandoah Fish and Game Club, he was an avid hunter who also enjoyed reading books.

In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his wife Larue (Hinderliter) Williams; two sons, Glenn and Robert Williams, a sister, Betty Moll and a brother William O. Williams.

He is survived by his children, Debra Werner; Nancy Stauffer; Lori Bradley; Gary Williams; Daniel Williams and Wesley Williams, along with grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. A brother, Larry Williams also survives, along with nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at St. John's Lutheran Church, West Main Street, Ringtown on Tuesday, August 26th at 6 PM. Don will be laid to rest at St. John's Cemetery after the service.

Don's family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to St. John's Building Fund, St. John's Cemetery Fund or the Old White Church Preservation Fund.

The Stauffer-Breznik Funeral Home, RIngtown, is assisting Don's family during their time of need.