Mary Ann Williams died September 24, 2025, surrounded by family.
She was born December 4, 1949, in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Homer Paul Bowen and Grace L. Bowen.
She graduated from Linwood High School in 1968 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Kansas in 1973.
She worked as a substitute teacher, then as the church secretary before getting a job with the University of Kansas with over 25 years of service.
She married John A. Williams on May 24, 1968. He survives of the home.
Other survivors include her brother Paul F. Bowen of Lawrence, Kansas; daughter Stephanie Acheson, her husband John and their daughter, Addison, all of Shawnee, Kansas; son Jeremy Williams, his wife Cassie of Eudora, Kansas and their children, Marcus, Megan and Liz.
Memorial Services will be 11:00 am Saturday, October 18, 2025, at First Baptist Church. Private burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 1330 Kasold Dr, Lawrence, Kansas 66049.
John and family, I was so sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s passing. I will remember her as a cute, funny, bright spot in our very small coming-of-age experience in Linwood. Sending you all my prayers and good vibes- Marcia (Hallenbeck) McFarlane
John, I was so shocked by the New’s by Mary Ann’s passing. I’m very sad for you and your family. My prayers go out to you and your families. God Bless, The Hipsher’s
John and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. She was so special. Loved her so much. She will be missed
John and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mary Ann. She was such a Special Lady. Prayers for you and your family. We Love You.