Darlyne “Dar” Marie Williams
Share
Mass of Christian Burial for Darlyne (Dar) Marie Williams, 84, Lawrence will be held at Noon on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at
Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Dar passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Lawrence.
Dar was born May 30, 1935 in Omaha, NE, the daughter of Herbert and Rosetta Willhardt.
After graduating from KU, Dar was employed by the City of Lawrence as a draftswoman and later enjoyed a long career in Personnel at Stokely-Van Camp in Lawrence.
She married George Williams on February 1, 1958 in Leavenworth, KS. They have three sons, Steve and his wife, Carrie, Mike and his wife, Shanna, all of Lawrence, and Joe of Dallas, TX; and five grandchildren, Emily, Scott, Allison, Megan, and Katie. She was preceded in death by her husband George and her parents.
Dar was devoted to her husband of 57 years, her children and grandchildren. She leaves behind countless memories that will be cherished by family and friends. She was active in the Catholic Church serving as Eucharistic Minister and Lector.
An artist at heart, she loved to express herself creatively through painting and poetry. Many of her paintings adorn the walls of family and friends.
Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Corpus Christi Catholic Church or St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
A Rosary will be recited at 5:30 p.m. with a visitation following until 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6th at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.
Dar was an incredible woman. In the short two months I knew her, she left quite the impression on me. I loved listening to her stories and spending time with her. She was truly one of a kind and I was blessed to know her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family, may God heal all hearts through this grieving time.
i knew my friend my confident Dar for many years. she was to me a friend she was family she was my mom. she through her wisdom love and experience changed my world and how i view it. she loved my husband she loved my children she loved my birds and she loved my dogs. i was proud to call her my friend i was proud to say i thought of her as mom. for her i would do absolutely everything anything. to Dar i love you i miss you i will never forget you please in heaven watch over me my husband my children our birds and my dogs i love you i already miss you. i will keep you in my heart in my life forever.
Amy!!!!!!
Steve and Family,
We are so sorry about your mom. Dar was always such a wonderful lady. I always enjoyed seeing her at church and giving her a big hug! Prayers to you all and if you need anything please don’t hesitate to reach out. May Dar Rest in Peace!
Cris & Sully & Kennedy Sullivan
To Dar’s family, I sat next to Dar for several painting classes at the Lawrence Art Center when it was in the Carnegie Library building. I really enjoyed her painting skills and friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Craig Jacob
George Catt
Steve, Mike , Joe and family: My thoughts are with you at this trying time.
Dar and George were good friends , neighbors and much more during the 56 years I was privileged to know them.
Dar was my very dear friend. I met her at Neuvant House in June 2016 when I was activities asst. We became instant friends, and even after I left a year later, we kept in touch. We talked on the phone over the phone, and I continued to visit Dar and the other residents at Neuvant. There are so many things I will remember about Dar, but most of all, she loved me (and I loved her). Never hesitant to tell me how she felt, Dar was so full of life and love and laughter. We always had good times together, but we also had heartfelt talks about more serious issues. She loved Tom Selleck and because of her, I wrote him to send autographed pictures to the residents; we were on local TV; we watched Jesse Stone movies over and over again. I know her health had not been good as I saw her last on July 4th, and I intended to visit her on Saturday; instead I decided to go on Sunday to the hospital. Somehow, I had a terrible feeling that she had left us that Sunday morning. There will always be a special place in my heart for Dar, and I will remember the many wonderful times we had together–especially the way she said my name. I will miss her voice. I will miss her beyond words. My heart goes out to her wonderful family; she loved you all so much. That was Dar.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Dars family. She was an amazing presence in my life…I will forever remember her as Grandma Dar. She “took his love from above and strength and peace was her gain”.
Many blessings on her family!
Mike & Family, so very sad to hear about your mom. I know she will be missed!
Mike, I never met your mon of course, but I have learned through my years that you can tell a lot about a person from their chiildren so your mom must have been really special.
Mike:
I am so, so sorry for your loss. Mother’s are very special. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Steve, Joe, and the rest of your family. I’m sure you’ll all find comfort now, knowing that she is at peace.
My deepest sympathy to all of you.
To Dar’s family,
I met Dar at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, and we were active in Martha and Mary’s Way, a outreach house located in Lawrence which she was active in helping decorate and run with the beautiful, sweet nun, Sr. Irene. We had prayer meetings at Dar’s house in order to organize the house, and I just loved her from the minute I met her. The word, “kindness” come to mind when I think of her. She served others easily, first her husband, George, who I got to meet also(and really enjoyed, her family, and her friends. She served God joyfully! I will miss her.