Kathleen Myrie Williams

Kathleen Myrie Williams obituary, Sonora, CA

Kathleen Myrie Williams

Kathleen Williams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 22, 2025.
We are deeply grieved to declare that Kathleen Myrie Williams passed away peacefully from cancer and other health conditions on July 19, 2025 in Sonora, CA, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born May 27, 1952, in Tulsa Oklahoma. to Wanda J. Williams & Charles Lee Williams. Kathleen was primarily raised in Newark, CA with her three siblings, Wesley Williams, Teresa Morris and Paula Bengston. She graduated high school in 1966 and obtained numerous college certificates. She studied and worked as a paralegal as well as an executive secretary in the bay area. She later spent several years working for Untied Way.

She lived in California most of her life. In 1975, she married Dennis C. O'Mara and had two daughters, Arowyn M. O'Mara & Elizabeth E. Flau. She later married Ralph S. Talavera in 1992.

Kathleen was a free and loving soul with many friends and had a large family. She adored her grandchildren and cherished her children dearly. She was loving and protective of her younger sisters. She was preceded in death by her father, brother and most recently her mother, whom she is now reunited with in heaven.

A celebration of life is being planned for Memorial Day weekend, May 23, 2026. Per Kathleen's wishes this will be had at a beach location. Plans for this celebration will be finalized by May 1st, 2026. Please email [email protected] for details if you wish to attend.

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Doreen Burns

Earlier today

Kathleen "Kay" was my neighbor and a good friend. She made everyone feel special . Her bright smile would light up the room! I miss you and love you. You are deeply missed my friend. Rest in love and peace. I will see you soon
Love forever, Doreen B # 11

Bennie Smart

Yesterday

We, her neighbors miss her daily. I called her sunshine for the brightness she brought to our complex. See you in heaven.

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