Obituary of Deborah Williams

Deborah MacBriar Williams of Wellfleet, died on November 18, 2011 at age 90, after a long period of declining health. Born in Longmeadow, MA, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Grace MacBriar. Deborah was married to the late Reverend Hadley B. Williams for 59 years. They lived and raised their sons in Hadleys parishes: Longmeadow, MA, Ardmore, PA, and Evanston, IL. The family also spent many summers in the cottage they built overlooking Great Island in Wellfleet, where they shared many fond memories. Deborah loved to travel and with her husband explored all corners of the world. She enjoyed classical music and regularly attended the symphony while living in Philadelphia and Chicago. Deborah is survived by her two sons, Randy Williams, and Brad Williams and his partner Dan Wexman, all of Wellfleet. She leaves a grandson, Chad Williams and his mother, Jacqueline Charter, also of Wellfleet, as well as her brother, Arthur MacBriar of Springfield, MA. A memorial celebration of her life will take place on January 7th at 11:00 a.m. in the First Congregational Church, 200 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to VNA Hospice, 434 Route 134, South Dennis, MA 02660. For online condolences, please visit www.nickersonfunerals.com