A beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend, Emily Jean Williams left this world unexpectedly, at 38, on March 20, 2022. Born in Houston, Texas on April 26, 1983, to Patricia (Harrell) Ruth and Dave Williams, Emily spent much of her childhood in Dixon Missouri, where she attended Dixon Middle School and High School before relocating to Denton, TX upon graduation in 2001. She then went on to attend University of North Texas receiving a Bachelor of Science in Sociology. She enjoyed a very fulfilling career as a hospital-based Pharmacy Technician and educator.
Emily was a lover of all things sparkly and shiny. She enjoyed kayaking, travel, and many social groups. She was funny, outgoing, and vivacious. She was fiercely loyal to her friends and family. We will always remember her infectious smile, piercing brown eyes and caring personality. Her presence in our lives will be sorely missed.
When you think of Emily, celebrate the good memories you have of her. Remember that life is fragile and short and should be lived to the fullest.
Emily is survived by her parents Dave Williams & Patricia Ruth, Step-parents Valerie Williams & Dale Ruth; Brothers Chas Eads and Joshua Williams; sisters Nicole Waldo, Victoria Eads, Madeline Scott and Amanda Williams; beloved partner Bryan Radtke, aunt Angie Bailey, uncle Mark Williams, uncle Tracy Harrell and many other, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held 3 p.m., Saturday, April 2nd at Green Lawn Funeral Home North, located at 3506 N National Ave, Springfield, MO 65803.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri, www.swh.org.