Obituary of Erma Frances Williams

No visitation Erma Frances Williams Date of Birth: 9/27/11 Date of Death: 12/24/07 Residence: Lacey, Washington 10 years Cosmopolis, Washington 60 years Education: Tacoma Schools, Grays Harbor Business College Date and place of marriage: June 30, 1927 to Robert J. Williams in Tacoma, Washington. He preceded her in death on December 21, 1996. Occupations: Erma was a Real Estate Broker in Aberdeen, Washington for many years. She was once named Realtor of the Year, an accomplishment she was very proud of. She also worked as a sales clerk. She was the book keeper for William’s Brother’s Tire shop in Cosmopolis. Organizations: Life member of the Cosmopolis PTA, including being a past president. She belonged to the Nisamaha Book Review Club, the Rebecka Club, and was also a Girl Scout leader for many years. Her and her husband, Bob, were involved in many youth groups over the years. It was often said that they made a difference in many young people’s lives. She and Bob were part of the He and I Club at the First Christian Church. They also belonged to the Rain Dodger’s RV Club and enjoyed many outings with their camping friends. Coin Club was another one of their hobbies. Other places of residence: Erma and Bob enjoyed the many winter’s they spent in their home in Desert Hot Springs, California. They especially enjoyed the beautiful desert flowers and feeding the roadrunners. Memberships: Founding member of the First Christian Church in Aberdeen, later known as the United Christian Church. Erma and Bob were both Elders in the church and active members on just about every committee. For Erma, God and family were at the center of life’s meaning, and she had a never-ending love and devotion for both. Erma was also instrumental in forming the Cosmopolis Golden Agers, a senior citizen organization in Grays Harbor. She was a woman with a heart of gold and always quick with a smile. She was a generous and caring person and will be greatly missed. Family: Husband: Robert J. Williams (deceased) Son: Robert J. Jr.(deceased) (Dorothy) Williams of Reno, NV Grandchildren: Linda (Brian) Sewell of Reno, NV Great-Grandchildren: Kate (Joe Mentel) Parsons Great-Grandchildren: David (Destiny Itano) Parsons Great-Great-Grandchildren: Riley Itano , Eudora Parsons-Itano, and Guthrie Parsons-Itano Great-Grandchildren: Carrie Sewell, Jessica Sewell, and Jeff (Jim) Sewell Grandchildren: Ron (Barbara) Williams of Cornelius, NC Great-Grandchildren: Charlotte (Derek) Foerschler Great-Great Grandchildren: Dean and Grace Foerschler Great-Grandchildren: Ben Williams Grandchildren: Gary (Lori) Williams of Marietta, Georgia Great-Grandchildren: Tracey (Thomas) Williams Great-Great Grandchildren: Madilynn Williams Great-Grandchildren: Stacey Williams Great-Great Grandchildren: Katelynn Williams Great-Grandchildren: Kelly Williams Daughter: Grace (Wes deceased) Rhodes of Tokeland, WA Grandchildren: Jacque (Jim) Baldovin of Vancouver, WA Great-Grandchildren: Sarah (Michor) Hodgen, Casey Peltola, AJ Baldovin, and Janna Baldovin Grandchildren: Dany (Kathy) Rhodes of Cosmopolis, WA Great-Grandchildren: Tyler Rhodes Son: Patrick (Beverly) Williams of Olympia, WA Grandchildren: Kimberly (Jeff) Churchill of Tenino, WA Great-Grandchildren: Jennifer (Steve) Noski, Jessica (Sam) Wade, Jordan Churchill, Cody Churchill, and Kaitlyn Churchill Grandchildren: Libbie (Brian) McClaflin, Olympia, WA Great-Grandchildren: Kaileen McClaflin, Katrina McClaflin, and Julie (Ryan) DeFant Grandchildren: Tammy (Brandon) Firkins of Olympia, WA Great-Grandchildren: Dillon Firkins and Nathan Firkins Grandchildren: Shawn (Tammy) Williams of Olympia, WA Great-Grandchildren: Patrick Williams, and Lucas Williams Son: Dick (Catherine) Kelson of Bend, Oregon Grandchildren: Tom Kelson of Bend, Oregon *Many others have thought of Erma as a second mother or grandmother through the years. Memorial Donations: In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity. There will be a Celebration of Erma’s life on Sunday December 30th from 1:00-5:00 at Mountain Greens Mobile Home Park. 5280 Yelm Hwy. Lacey. Please bring your favorite memories and photos to share with the family.