Alta May Williams' Obituary
Mrs. Alta May Williams, age 73, passed away Friday, May 12, 2017 at her home. She was born in Holton, Michigan on October 5, 1943 to Willis and Evelyn (Anscomb) Wright and had attended Holton Public Schools. Alta had been employed by Great Lakes Plating and University Park Nursing Home prior to her retirement. She was an auxiliary member of Don Rea VFW Post #8846. Alta spent most of her time keeping her husband, Ferris, in line, but when she had free time, she enjoyed shopping, reading, gardening, baking and trips to the casino. On July 3, 1970, Alta married Ferris Williams in Muskegon and he survives her along with their children, Marcy (Greg) Barker, Marleen (Gary) Johnson and Matthew Alton Williams; honorary daughter, Jillayne (Bob) Peterson; grandchildren, Brian (Ashley) Barker, Bradley Barker, Holly Barker, Joshua (Shelby) Williams, Dennis (Elizabeth) Davis III and Jordan Davis; great-grandson, Harrison Williams; brothers, Willie Wright and Frankie Wright; beloved sister-in-law, Artell Williams and several nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Julia Fox. SERVICES will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at The Sytsema Chapel, 737 Apple Ave., 231-726-5210. VISITATION will be from 5-7 PM Tuesday and one hour prior to her service Wednesday. Burial will be in East Dalton Oakhill Cemetery. MEMORIALS in Alta’s memory may be directed to the charity of your choice.
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