Rita E. Williams, 97, Patton, passed away surrounded by her loving family October 24, 2026 at Arotin’s Hummingbird Estates, Patton. She was born May 11, 1929 in Carrolltown, the daughter of the late Gilbert and Viola (Hartzog) Farabaugh.

Rita married James F. Williams on October 6, 1956 and he preceded her in death on September 15, 2003.

Following the death of her mother, Viola in 1995, Rita became the matriarch of her family.

Rita is survived by her children: Catherine (Lee) Ledford of San Diego, CA; Linda Floyd (Greg) of Chase City, VA; Barbara (Frank) Mulhern of Deerfield, IL; Donna Williams of Patton, Lois (Mark) Normandin of Hastings; Lisa (Jim) Blake of Patton; David (Correen) Williams of Gardner, MA.; Kenneth (Tina) Williams of Patton and Denise Williams (John) of Patton; son in law, Michael Wilson of Bedford; twenty-four grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; brothers and sisters: Aileen Link, Ruth Kline, Ralph Farabaugh, Janet Davis, Gordon Farabaugh and numerous nieces and nephews.

Rita was a 1948 graduate of Carrolltown High School. She previously was employed at the Patton Shirt Factory, then she retired as a food service worker from Cambria Heights High School after 20 years of service.

Rita was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Patton; ICBU, Catholic Daughter of America and the Altar Rosary Society.

Rita was a longtime volunteer at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Patton. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, embroidering and especially loved her family.

Rita was preceded in death by her children: Patricia Wilson, John Williams, brothers and sisters: Rosella, Alvin, Leonard, Maurice, Mary, Pauline Herbert, Emmett and Paul.

Friends will be received from 3:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at Stevens Funeral Home, 1004 North Fifth Avenue Patton, PA 16668, where a vigil for the deceased will held. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, October 30, 2026 at Queen of Peace Catholic Church 907 Sixth Avenue, Patton, PA 16668, Fr. Ananias, O.S.B. celebrant.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Patton in Rita’s memory.

Condolences can be made at www.stevenfamilyfuneralhomes.com or on our Stevens Family Funeral Homes Facebook.