Stella Marie Williams

July 28, 1923 - March 19, 2011

Stella Marie Williams, 87, of Muncie, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday morning, March 19, 2011 in her home following a brief illness. She was born July 28, 1923 in Parmleysville, Kentucky, a daughter of the late Baxter and Luvada (Burnett) Davis. Stella’s life revolved around her family and for many years they would all gather at her home on Sundays where she would lovingly prepare delicious chicken dinners to enjoy. She was a member of True Light Baptist Church. She is survived by four children, Betty J. Lofton of Dunkirk, Clyde R. Williams, Shirley M. (husband: John) Bingham and Larry W. (wife: Ann) Williams all of Muncie; 11 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Lee Williams in 1987; four sons, Bobby, Raymond, Richard and Paul Williams; a granddaughter, Marlena Williams; two grandsons who died at birth and 11 brothers and sisters. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at True Light Baptist Church 805 N. Country Club Rd. in Muncie with Pastor Dennis Trimble officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory. Friends may call from 4 – 8 p.m. Monday at True Light Baptist church and one hour prior to the funeral on Tuesday. Memorial Contributions may be made to True Light Baptist Church with envelopes available at the services. Stella’s family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to Nikki, Casey and the entire staff of New Hope Hospice for their excellent care. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Sproles Family Funeral Home. You may send a personal condolence to the family at www.sprolesfamilycares.com. The Sproles Family and staff are honored to care for the family of Stella Marie Williams.