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Don Williams Obituary

Williams, Don M. On Wednesday, February 28, 2019, Don M. Williams, a great husband and father of three, passed away at the age of 76. Don was born on December 27, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to James and Mary Williams and graduated from Loyola University in Chicago with a degree in biology in 1966. Don went on to receive his law degree at John Marshall University and worked for the Illinois States' Attorney's Office for the majority of his twenty plus year career in law. On August 19, 1983, Don married the love of his life, Nancy Kauss. They both raised two daughters, Meghan and Hilary, and one son, Patrick. Don had a passion for knowledge and knew almost everything if you asked him. He traveled and explored the world, enjoying all that it could offer. He would find a way of making you laugh even when things were looking grim. He was a generous and kind man, treating everyone like he knew them his whole life, even if you just met him. He was helpful, friendly, and knew how to enjoy life. Don was preceded in death by his father, James, and his mother, Mary. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; his three children, Meghan, Patrick, and Hilary; his brothers, Jim and Ray; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Mass will be held Tuesday, March 5, 2019, at St. Luke Roman Catholic Church, on Lake St. in River Forest, at 10:00 a.m. Condolences can be sent to 837 N. Clinton Pl., River Forest, IL.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 4, 2019.

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May 17, 2019

Dear Nancy
I am so sorry for your loss. Just remembering some of the good times
we had together as teenagers. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fondly, Sue Meiresonne Bartha

May 15, 2019

Dear Nancy,

I am so sorry for your loss. Don must have been a wonderful husband, father, and friend to all. May you cherish many happy memories.

Mary Dorgan Barrett

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March 11, 2019

We are so saddened to hear about Don and offer our deepest condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Hosea 13:14

Marty Stouffer-Zych

March 6, 2019

So sorry to learn of Don's death. Many great memories from our days on Belden. My sincere sympathy to the whole family

Ernest Rossiello

March 5, 2019

We all loved Don. It was always a pleasure having him and his delightful wife and children in my home. Such pleasant memories will not fade. So faithful and warm a convivial friend. Ernie Rossiello

Marie Giamnelli

March 4, 2019

Don was a great guy, he loved to joke, and was very knowleable of many,many subjects you could ask him about anything and he always had an answer he would get you the info. Also was a Mr. Fix it, you could always ask him for a contractor, that he used or trusted and most of the time he knew someone, he will be missed,.God now has him ,he is in a good place ,fixing things for god in heaven. Amen. Peace and love to Nancy and family, Marie Giannelli.

March 4, 2019

My Condolences To The Family;
I'm so sorry for your great loss. May all of the beautiful memories that you all shared with your loved one, bring you all some comfort when sadness sets in.

Kathy & Fred Carrell

March 4, 2019

We will always remember our years in the Lincoln Park area with Don. Our condolences to Don's family.
Kathy &Fred Carrell

Marty Lane

March 4, 2019

Don was in my class at Loyola University Chicago. He was a good and friendly and smiling guy. My condolences to his wife Nancy and to their children. May he rest in peace with the Lord.

Z L

March 4, 2019

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

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