Ethel Marshall Williams passed away peacefully after a brief illness on January 29, 2026, at the age of 94.
Ethel was predeceased by her beloved husband, Charles; her son, Ross; and her great-granddaughter, Sarah.
She leaves to mourn her loving children: Barbara (Ivan), Elaine (Keith), and Robert (Marcella); her brothers-in-law, Raymond Stoyles, and Eric Courtney; and her sister-in-law, Bernice Marshall. Ethel was a proud grandmother to Stephen, Michael, Robyn, Jamie, Bradley, and Brent, and she truly cherished her 18 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who will miss her dearly.
Ethel deeply loved the time she spent at her cottage on Woody Island, where she found great joy and peace. She had a lifelong passion for knitting and gave generously of her time and talent, knitting over 1,000 caps for the homeless at The Gathering Place, as well as caps for newborns and cancer patients. Her kindness and compassion touched countless lives.
Visitation will take place at First United Church, Arnold’s Cove, on Saturday, January 31, from 7:00–9:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Sunday, February 1, at 1:30 p.m., with interment to follow at Interfaith Cemetery, Arnold’s Cove.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Ethel’s memory may be made to First United Church, Arnold’s Cove, or to The Gathering Place, St. John’s.
The family would like to express sincere thanks to the healthcare staff at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s, and heartfelt gratitude to the entire staff at Hilltop Manor for the exceptional love and care shown to our mother.
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Verley and Tom Roberts says
January 30, 2026 at 3:22 pmBarbara, Elaine, Bob and families: Tom and I send our sincere condolences to you at this time. There are so many memories of your Mom; memories are what keeps our loved ones ever present in our minds and hearts. We certainly wish we could be with you on Sunday, instead we have to send our love and prayers and wish you God’s Blessings.
Velda Hewkett says
January 30, 2026 at 3:34 pmWell bless her heart…she lived a ripe old age and I’m sure she will be missed. I have some wonderful memories while living at home in Badger, my visits to her home on Halls Bay road….she may be gone from our midst but she will not be forgotten! Love to her beautiful family! Velda (Penney) Hewlett
Harry & Christine Keating says
January 30, 2026 at 3:40 pmElaine & Keith & the Williams Family; we are so sorry to hear the sad news of your mom’s passing. We know she was so cherished and loved by her family by the way you spoke of her with so much affection. Losing a parent us never easy but we get to carry their memory with us always ( not to mention the traits we show that remind us of them). How many times do we say, ” my God I sound just like my mom”, which goes to show we carry them with us everywhere. Our deepest sympathy for your great loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. RIP Mrs. Williams
Yvonne Rideout says
January 30, 2026 at 3:47 pmTo the Williams Family: In this unspeakable time of sadness hold on to each other, sharing tears and reflecting on beautiful memories of your remarkable Mom..It’s no wonder you rise up and call her Blessed.She was so proud of you all. Love and prayers. Yvonne Rideout, Edmonton, AB
Kelly Stacey Cornect says
January 30, 2026 at 5:03 pmEthel was my dad’s first cousin, born in Woody Island
Many visits to our home and her home in badger
I remember as a little girl visiting them at the store in badger,getting treats from her and Charlie
I was sorry to read this today
Love and Prayers to the family
My thoughts will be with you all in the days ahead
May God Bless you all
Kelly Stacey Cornect (Willis and Myrtle Stacey Daughter)
Maxine Thistle says
January 30, 2026 at 5:51 pmElaine, I’m so sorry to hear about your mom. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Lesley says
January 30, 2026 at 6:25 pmOur condolences Barb and Ivan. She was beautiful inside and out. We are prafully thinking of you. Terry and Lesley
John Rolfe says
January 30, 2026 at 8:11 pmTo Barb, Elaine, Bob and families. I was truly saddened to hear from my sisters of your mom’s passing. I will forever remember her fondly as she was a cherished neighbour and friend for entirety of my life in Badger. I wish you all the best and I hope your grief will be softened by your memories and your love for her.
Doris Ivany says
January 30, 2026 at 8:40 pmBarbara, Elaine and Bob, so sorry to hear of Nan Williams passing. She lived a wonderful life. I always enjoyed my chats with her whenever I visited your home, and was always impressed by her memory. While I struggled to come up with a name in our conversation she always remembered the name. She will be missed. Praying for you all during this time.
Doris & David Ivany
Jessie Bambridge says
January 31, 2026 at 1:04 amI am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was such a wonderful lady. I send my deepest condolences to you all.
Carol/scott williams says
January 31, 2026 at 8:54 amElaine, Barbara, Bob and family so sorry to hear of Ethel Maude’s passing. May your memories of her give you a measure of comfort and peace in these days. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Fred and Gloria Stacey says
January 31, 2026 at 11:05 amBarbara, Elaine, Bob and families
Sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. We remember that she was with us on our Trip to Israel in 1992. We had a blast. She was full of life and fun.
May the Lord comfort you all at this time
Chris Ivany says
January 31, 2026 at 3:58 pmDear Uncle Bob, Aunt Minnie, Bradley, Brent and family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mother and grandmother. We are praying that God’s presence would be very near to you in this time of loss, and that you would know His peace and comfort as you grieve.
May the hope we have in Christ bring strength and reassurance in the days ahead.
With love and prayers,
Christopher, Jennifer, Jayden, Emma, Joseph, Aaron & Alexis Ivany
Sylvia Bennett Payne says
January 31, 2026 at 11:15 pmBarb,Elaine,Bob and Families,
Words alone will never fully express the loss that I feel at the passing of your dear mom. She has been a constant in my life since my 8th birthday . I have many memories of her that I hope I will always remember. Except for the obvious things about her ie , her generosity, her knitting, baking but also , her obvious love and pride that she had for her family. I know that we will reminisce at a later time.
Our dear friend certainly left this world a better place because of her time here , she made a positive difference.
I hope that you feel my presence with you as you lay her to rest tomorrow . Hold fast to your memories and always be there for each other .
Wayne and I are sending our sincere condolences to all of you .
Love
Sylvia.
Daisy Rolfe Hurley says
February 1, 2026 at 4:38 amTo Barb, Elaine, Bob, and all the family
There are no words that I can write to relay to you how sad I am about your mom‘s passing. She was in my life all my life, and I loved her very much. I have only happy memories of growing up around her and feel as though my life was richer for having had her there. I know she was an awesome mom and grandmother and great grandmother and mother-in-law, and you all have countless warm memories to bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Hold tight to these beautiful memories and always remember how much she loved you all. Godspeed, my beautiful Ethel and rest in peace, knowing that you will never be forgotten🙏🙏🙏
Albert Lush says
February 1, 2026 at 8:37 amBarbara, Elaine and Bob. Today you will lay to rest the most precious commodity that a family could possess and certainly could boast about -your Mom. I remember her from my years living on the Hall’s Bay Road (now the TCH). She was such a great neighbour. Cherish her remarkable lady. Jean and I had the privilege of chatting with her in Florida. She always had such a wonderful smile. Lean heavy on the everlasting arms -the arms of Jesus today. I will be praying for you that God will be very precious and give you a double portion of His everlasting peace.
Heather Williams says
February 1, 2026 at 11:03 amI am so deeply sorry for your loss. She was such a special part of our lives when we were a family, and she remained special to us even after that time. My children hold very loving memories of her, and she showed them so much kindness and care. Her warmth left a lasting impression on all of us, and she will always be remembered with love.
Much Love,
Heather , Charles, Chloe , Regan
And Theodore .
Garry & Pauline (Reid) Guy says
February 1, 2026 at 12:37 pmBarbara, Elaine & Bob, we’re so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, our deepest condolences to you and your families!
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