Anna Ellen Williams
ANNA ELLEN WILLIAMS, 92
Medical Lab Technician
LAKELAND - Anna Ellen Williams, 92 of Lakeland, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at the Florida Presbyterian Homes in Lakeland due to heart failure.
Mrs. Williams was preceded in death by her husband, John P. Williams; her brothers, John G. Williams and Dr. Roger I. Williams. She is survived by her sister, Olwen Roberts of Maine; sons, Richard D. Williams of Idaho and Roger G. Williams of Lakeland; four grandchildren, Tim, Andrea, Robyn and Cyndee; four great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was born August 5, 1915 in Utica, New York to Welsh immigrants, John T. Williams and Owen E. Griffith. She graduated from Elmira College and worked as a medical lab technician before marrying in 1940. As a young woman, she was active in sports, participating in field hockey, tennis, swimming and archery. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church all of her life, participating as a Sunday school teacher, a Deacon and served as an Elder of the First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland. She was also a member of the PEO organization of Lakeland. She was devoted to her children and very interested in the lives of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was always interested in the world, keeping up with politics, religion, astronomy and current events.
A memorial service will be held in the First Presbyterian Church Chapel on Lake Hollingsworth on Monday, April 21 at 3:00pm. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Good Shepherd Hospice, Development Department, 105 Arneson Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823. Condolences may be sent to the family at the Gentry-Morrison Funeral Homes, Southside Chapel, 1727 Bartow Road, Lakeland, FL 33801.
Arrangements by Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home, Southside Chapel.
OUR CONDOLENCES TO ROGER AND HIS FAMILY AT THIS VERY HARD TIME. YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
KELLI HURLEY & JEFF HARRIS
Posted by: KELLI HURLEY | March 26, 2008 at 04:08 PM
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of your loss. We are all very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. May peace be with you and your family
Posted by: Joy Carroll | March 26, 2008 at 04:34 PM
My thoughts & Prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Posted by: Diane Gasper | March 27, 2008 at 07:27 AM
Roger,
Even though your mother was blessed with a long life, it's not easy to let go of the ones you love. I wish you and your family comfort knowing "absent from the body, present with the Lord".
Posted by: Debbie Ockomon | March 27, 2008 at 07:28 AM
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the love and support of friends and family help you find peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Posted by: Rick and Tammy Lukens | March 27, 2008 at 09:44 AM
Roger,
May you find comfort in knowing that she rests in the arms of God. May He bring you peace and strength at this difficult time. You and your family are remembered in our prayers.
Posted by: Wayne DeLong | March 28, 2008 at 09:28 AM
Our condolences to you and your loved ones.We have empathy for your loss as we also have ailing elderly family members.May God bless you through this difficult time and give you the peace and comfort you need.
Posted by: Mike and Marylou Beatty | March 31, 2008 at 09:13 AM