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Feb. 9, 2026

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Lois Williams Obituary

Williams, Lois Ann
LOUDONVILLE - Lois Ann Williams, 95, formerly of Troy, peacefully entered into eternal life on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 39 years to the day of the passing of her beloved husband, George C. Williams.
Born in Troy, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Marcel and Elizabeth "Bessie" Flynn LeQue, and was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, Class of 1949
Mrs. Williams was a homemaker, and had been employed previously by New York Telephone Co., in Albany. She also assisted in the operation of her families floral business, Lori's Creations, in Lansingburgh.
She was a communicant of St. Augustine's Church in Lansingburgh, as well as a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America, C.C.H.S. Phone-A-Thon Group, St. Augustine's Mothers Club, and the Colonie Senior Citizens Beltrone Association.
Lois looked forward to, and loved her vacations, at Goose Rocks Beach, in Maine, and her favorite place of all, Key West, Fla.
Devoted mother of Susan (Larry) Martin, Cathy (Raymond) Saladis, Joanne (Kevin) Davey, Lori (Matthew) Tracey, and the late Mary (late, Sal) Williams Montanino; cherished grandmother of Kelly (Sean) Darke, Melissa (James) Crocetta, Nicholas (Krissie) Davey, Brooke (Brian) Yanke, Emily (Jon) Mitzel, Michael (Caitlin) Williams, Mac (Michelle) Tracey, Brian (Amanda) Davey, Jason (Amanda) Tracey, Jenna (Scott) Henderson, and Joseph Tracey; adored great-grandmother of 17 great-grandchildren, and one more on the way; sister of Helene Iler, and the late Marjorie LaValley; also survived by several nieces, nephews and their families.
Relatives and friends are invited to Calling Hours on Monday, February 9, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the John J. Sanvidge, 565 Fourth Ave. (at the corner of 115th St., in Lansingburgh), Troy, N.Y. 12182, and to her Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 10 a.m., at St. Augustine's Church, in Lansingburgh.
Interment will be held in St. John's Cemetery, Troy.
Lois's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Loudonville Assisted Living Residence and Community Hospice of Albany for all their kindness and devotion.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Community Hospice of Albany, or the Lansingburgh Boys & Girls Club, in memory of Lois A. Williams.
Please feel free to offer your online condolences by visiting Lois's obituary at sanvidgefuneralhome.com
Rest in Peace, our Energizer Bunny.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Feb. 8, 2026.

Memorial Events
for Lois Williams

Feb

9

Calling hours

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc.

565 Fourth Ave., Troy, NY

Feb

10

Mass of Christian Burial

10:00 a.m.

St. Augustine's Church

28 - 115th Street, Troy, NY

Feb

10

Interment

11:15 a.m.

St. John's Cemetery

250 Cemetery Rd., Troy, NY

Funeral services provided by:

John J. Sanvidge Funeral Home, Inc.

565 Fourth Avenue, Troy, NY 12182

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