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Alice Wilma Peebles Williams
08/20/1927 — 10/28/2012
From Green, Valley, AZ, USA | Born in Harwood, WA
Alice Wilma Peebles Williams
Our loved one went peacefully to be with her Lord on October 28, 2012 in Yakima, WA. She was born August 20, 1927 in Harwood, WA. She lived several years in Sunnyside and then Richland. Her retirement years were spent in Arizona. She was a past member of Temple Baptist Church and a current member of Green Valley Baptist Church where she was active as church treasurer and member of the choir. She retired from Hanford and was proud of her accomplishment of becoming the first woman journeyman power operator in the area. She was a loving mother to many foster children over the years. She loved to sew, crochet and spend her time with numerous arts and craft projects.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lee Peebles, her parents, Pete and Ruth Rutz, two brothers, Donald and Leo Rutz, and one infant sister, Leona Irene Rutz.
She is survived by her husband of five years, Carroll Williams, 4 children, Susan Beavers from CA, Cindy Clark from Arizona, Sharon Schermerhorn from Nevada and David Peebles from Ohio, one sister, Lila Robison from Yakima. She was the proud grandmother of 10 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren.
Come and help us celebrate her life at the service Thursday, November 1, at Einan's Funeral Home in Richland, WA at 11:00 am. Burial will immediately follow at Lower Valley Memorial Gardens in Sunnyside, WA. Public viewing will be October 31 from 5:00-8:00 pm at Einan's.
My deepest condolences,, To the Family,, She was the kindest, loving person… Will Miss her.
Family and Friends,
Our loss is Heaven’s gain!! My Aunt Wilma is now home where she belongs, leaving some of us behind so she can be with others that she love’s also. A fond farewell Aunt Wilma. See you soon.
Pastor Fred and Samantha Cohu
Cindy: I really appreciate that you called yesterday. I was so “rattled” that I didn’t get your email address.
It’s been so long since we’ve spoke to one another and as a funeral director I should have known what to say…. but, I’m human! We, truly, are sorry so hear of Aunt Wilma’s passing, but, she and Uncle Lee are together again.
My great grandma was such an amazing women that I admired and loved so much. Even thou she is in a much better place we will all miss her dearly.
Cindy, Bill, and family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. The Church At Tubac have been praying for you as well. We know that your mother is in the arms of our Lord. She is at peace.
In Christ’s love,
Donna and Gene
Great Grandma,
There are not enough words to express how much we miss you but we know you are in the arms of Jesus with a big smile on your face looking down on us we will forever cherish the many memories we have made together. Thank you so much for all of your Love and Wisdom through the years we will meet again on streets of Gold!!!! Love Junior,Tabitha ,Alyssa and Nicholas
It’s so difficult when a loved one passes away. My heart goes out to Wilma’s family, especially her daughter Cindy who is a dear friend of mine.
I love you Mama and miss you so much! I know Dad greeted you with “open arms” at Heaven’s gates! You will always be in my heart and we will hug each other again someday soon. Love, Cindy
My Dear Aunt Wilma…I love you and miss you, but I know your in a better place and together again with Uncle Lee. All my love, Brian
My sweet grandmother God called you home to be with him and no words can take away the pain of you leaving this world though we rest assured we will walk the streets of gold together one day…I love you deerly and will remember and cherish all of the fond memories I had of you as a grandmother and as a sister in Christ.. I will see you again one day…I love you say hello to grandpa for me
I love Aunt Wilma and will always miss you. You will be forever in my heart. Have a wonderful journey, until we meet again someday. Love you, Tonita
Cindy & Bill, We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Cindy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love from, Andy & Judy
Billy & Cindy, Sorry to hear about your mom. She was such a nice person! I enjoyed seeing her in AZ, and I remember when we would all meet for lunch @ McDougals. She was a fun addition to our visits. Our prayers and best wishes are with you both! Love you guys!
Momma, I’m very happy you are home with Our Lord and Savior Jesus. I’m sure you are also very glad to see Daddy again. There are a lot of our saved family there, all of us that know Jesus well be with too. Love Susie
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Alice Wilma Peebles Williams