Kathy Ann Williams maiden name, Kathy Ann Wise was born October 06, 1949 in Chicago, IL, to Clara (Charlie Allen) and Willie Wise (all deceased). Kathy lived on the west side of Chicago and attended Crane High School. Where she graduated from the late 1960's. She had a passion to become a nurse, not long after graduation, she transitioned into nursing school.

She married and had 2 beautiful children. Kathy re-married in 1974 to Thurman Willams. Kathy and Thurman continued to build and grow as a family in Chicago. They would go on to raise their children and grandchildren in the Altgold Garden. Kathy became a dedicated baptized Witness of Jehovah in June 1985. She was well known and respected for her dedication and her hard work for her family and Jehovah. Kathy then left Chicago and moved to Caruthersville, MO, briefly, before moving to Hayti, MO, where she bought a home and continued raising her family and following Jehovah's word.

Kathy lived a life filled with love, laughter and kindness. She was known for her beautiful smile, caring nature, and her deep faith in Jehovah. Kathy left an Everlasting impression on all who had the privilege of knowing her. Kathy will be dearly missed.

She was preceded in death by husband Thurman Lee Williams, daughter-in-law Kayla Cleveland, and grandchildren Eathon Briscoe and Kidrick Briscoe.

Services were held at 1:00 Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Kennett, MO, with Brother Francisco officiating.

John W. German Funeral Home of Hayti in charge of cremation services.