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Wanda L. WilliamsPassing: January 26, 2017

Service:

Jacob Finger United Methodist Church

Funeral Service

Monday, January 30th @ 2:00 p.m.

Visitation:

Jacob Finger United Methodist Church

Monday, January 30th @ 11:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Monday, January 30th

 MITCHELL – Wanda L. Williams, 94 years and 11 months, passed away at 3:05 p.m. Thursday, January 26, 2017, at Hendricks Regional Hospital in Danville.

Born February 22, 1922 in Jonesville (Lee County), Virginia, she was the daughter of Joe Sephus and Myrtle Elizabeth (Yeary) Hedrick. Wanda was the last living sibling of nine. She married her high school sweetheart James I. Williams January 31, 1945, and he preceded her in death November 21, 2011. They lived in Bristol, TN prior to moving to Mitchell, IN.  She was a Mitchell resident for 65 years.

She was a homemaker well known for her homemade yeast rolls, banana pudding, German Chocolate Cake, and chicken salad.  She enjoyed her flowers and gardening.  She was active in the Jolly Sams camping club with Jim and a member of the Jacob Finger United Methodist Church.

Wanda will be remembered by her daughter, Patsy (Ed) Porter of Avon.  She will also be remembered by her grandchildren, Cathy Porter (Kenny Fish), Cheri (Joe) Carver, Mandi (Nick) Ayers, and great grandchildren Ashlynn (Shawn) Farnsworth, Jessica Rakosky, Allyson Carver, Kylie Fish, and sister-in-law Ruth Gibson.  She was blessed with many nieces, nephews, and close friends.

Her parents; eight siblings; husband; and son, James I. Williams, Jr., preceded her in death.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 30, in the Jacob Finger United Methodist Church with Reverend Brenda Lee Ludwig and Reverend Eric Kersey officiating.  Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery.

Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. until the service on Monday at the church.

Memorial Gifts: Jacob Finger United Methodist Church.

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7 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Libby Hedrick Cochrane (Guy Hedrick's eldest daughter) | Tecumseh, Michigan 49286
    Date: February 24, 2017
    Dear Patsy & family: We were so sorry to hear of Wanda's death. She was a wonderful, & sweet woman with a good sense of humor. It was always nice when she & Uncle Jim came to Papaw's (Chester Hedrick's) house to visit when we were there too...lots of Rook was played. A lot of laughter filled Chester & Cleo's (Papaw & Mamaw's) home. My family sure misses those days. May the Lord comfort all your family & all of the extended family who loved Wanda dearly. Love, Libby & Derek, Stephanie, John, David, Jacquie & Nick
  2. Guest: Gina Cox Hensberger | Ashburn, va
    Date: February 6, 2017
    My parents, Ralph and Mary Helen Cox (Lee County, Va), helped me get to know Uncle Sephus and Aunt Myrtie and the family. I thank God for such a wonderful education. Our family was and is very special. Love and hugs from our family to yours.
  3. Guest: Harold Peters | Bedford In
    Date: January 30, 2017
    Patsy and family, You are in our thoughts and prayers and our hearts ache for the loss of your beautiful mother. Our sincere sympathy and caring thoughts. Please accept our condolences and absence. Wanda will remain in our hearts forever. We love you more, Pete & Cynt
  4. Guest: Lorene Sullivan | Dexter, Michigan. 48130
    Date: January 30, 2017
    Patsy and Family, So sorry to get the bad news, I know she will be missed as she was such a sweet and lovely person. Thinking of you all at the time. Love, Lorene
  5. Guest: stephen Tindall | Crossville
    Date: January 30, 2017
    Patsy, My prayers to you and family, I truly enjoyed visiting your Mom and Dad,as they were a blessing to so many. They were blessed to send so many years on a beautiful farm, so peaceful. The joy now is that they are together, walking the Streets of Gold.~~ Peace be with you Patsy, Your friend, Steve
  6. Guest: Agatha and Richard Tandy | Greenwood, Indiana
    Date: January 28, 2017
    Such a lovely lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
  7. Guest: Rebecca Hedrick | Jonesville, VA
    Date: January 27, 2017
    May God be with you during this difficult time.