Karen Sue Williams, age 78 of Mt. Carmel, IL and formerly of St. Francisville, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital.
Karen Sue Williams, age 78 of Mt. Carmel, IL and formerly of St. Francisville, IL, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital. She was born the daughter of Roger Stone and his wife Juanita (Griffith) Stone on March 23, 1948, in Champaign, IL.
On September 4, 1964, Karen married the love of her life, Stan Williams in St. Francisville, IL. For 62 years, they raised their two daughters, enjoyed their grandchildren, and lived hand in hand.
She attended Asbury Chapel of Mt. Carmel and had worked for 23 years as a Claims Clerk for United Healthcare until her retirement. Karen’s joy was found in her family. She also enjoyed gardening, landscaping, and cooking. She had a warm, sweet smile, and it absolutely matched the warmth, love, and compassion in her heart.
Those remaining to continue her legacy of faith and family include: her husband- Stan Williams of Mt. Carmel, IL; two daughters- Susan Hale and husband Danny of Allendale, IL and Amy Theriac and husband Gary of Lawrenceville, IL; and four grandchildren- Olivia Schnell and husband Isaiah, Elizabeth Olson and husband Christian, Audrey Fugate and husband Paul, and Allyson Hale.
She was preceded in death by: her parents- Roger and Juanita Stone; two sisters- Cheryl Hunt and Sandy Byrns; and her grandson- Ryan Hale.
Graveside services will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in Oaklawn Cemetery of St. Francisville. Cunningham-Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memorial contributions can be made to Hope Pregnancy Center directly (P. O. Box 531, Mt. Carmel, IL 62863) or through the funeral home. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.cunninghamfuneralhomes.com.
