Debra Ann Williams, 53, formerly of Altoona, and a resident of Mt. Laurel Nursing Home, Clearfield, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008 at the nursing home after a lengthy illness.
She was born January 17, 1955 in Tyrone, a daughter of the late John M. and Ida Charlotte (Stebbins) Williams.
She is survived by two sons: John Williams, II of RD 5, Tyrone and Dwayne Coble of Roaring Springs, Pa.
Three grandchildren also survive, along with brother Gerald M. Williams of Tyrone; sisters Phyllis Smith of Cincinnati, Ohio, and half-brother Tom Miller and wife Sue of Florida.
There are several nieces and nephews.
An aunt and uncle, Mary and Paul Swales and family of Clearfield were very supportive for Debra and her family over many years.
She was preceded in death by a sister Jean Banks and husband Sam of Florida, and a niece Jacqueline Banks and brother-in-law Charles Smith.
She attended the Fuoss Mills Alliance Church, she loved her dogs, and enjoyed camping and knitting.
There will be no viewing.
A memorial service will be held Friday, Oct. 10, 2008 at 1 p.m. at the Derman Funeral Home, Inc., Tyrone, with Pastor Richard Wood officiating. Inurnment will be at Blair Memorial Park.
