Ruth H. Williams

Ruth H. Williams, 98, of Pekin, IL passed away at 4:26 AM Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at Hallmark Healthcare of Pekin. Ruth was born on October 24, 1923 in Pekin to Michael A. and Freda (Wagner) Gerzetich. She married Robert J. Williams on June 29, 1947 in Pekin. He passed away on July 3, 1987. Also preceding in death are her daughter, Karen Rosen and one brother, Robert M. Gerzetich. Surviving is: one grandson, Michael Rosen of Old Bridge, NJ and son-n-law, Jack H. Rosen of Old Bridge, NJ; two nieces, Linda Stoltz and Julie Futrell. Ruth graduated from Illinois State University in 1964 with a Bachelors Degree of Elementary Education. She was a kindergarten teacher at Douglas School for 26 years retiring in 1983. She was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Life member of Order of Eastern Star #333, Charter and Life member of White Shrine of Jerusalem #83. Graveside Services will be held 1:00 PM Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at Lakeside Cemetery in Pekin. Henderson Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with Ruths arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pekin Public Library. Graveside Service Tuesday, February 8, 2022 1:00 PM Lakeside Cemetery 1917 North Eighth Street Pekin,IL 61554