Mary Margaret Williams

Mary Margaret Williams (née Sears), age 61, passed away on September 15, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. Born on January 15, 1964, in Washington Court House, Ohio, Mary lived a life devoted to family, work, and the simple joys that brought her happiness.

A graduate of Miami Trace High School, Mary later earned a degree in Business Management. She dedicated many years to Signature Healthcare—formerly Country Glenn—where she was a valued employee and a passionate union representative, advocating for her colleagues with integrity and care.

Mary shared her life with Rickey Cline, her high school sweetheart and the love of her life. Together they raised three daughters: Heather (Randy) Bennett, Courtney (Kyle) May, and Amber Williams (Steve Gougis). Her grandchildren—Jamey Wamsley Jr. (Ally), Elijah Eubanks, Kyser May, Karlie Bennett, Kyrah May, Kora May, Sammy Gougis, Sapphire Gougis, and Silas Gougis—Great Grandchild Ezra, were a source of great pride and joy.

She is also remembered by her sisters Debbie (Mike) Lee and Marsha (Leonard) Burke; sister-in-law Susan Sears; aunt and uncle Ronnie and Ruth Binegar; cousins Roger Binegar and Kathy (Mark) Click; and many nieces and nephews: Dion (Sandy) Brown, Tasha (Chris) Goff, Brian (Heidi) Sears, Christy Shoemaker, Benjamin (Sarah) Sears, Wesley (Tiff) Sears, Roger (Melissa) Landenburg, Amy Lee, Kaylee Sears, and Brandon (Cassie) Lee. Several great Neices and Nephews.

Mary now joins in peace her mother Dorothy Holland; Grandparents Cora and Floyd Huffman; Brothers Randy and Rick Sears; Brother-in-law David Cline; Sister-in-law Connie Sears; Uncle George Huffman; niece April; and Grandson Kylan May.

She found joy in roller coasters at Kings Island, sewing gifts for loved ones, treasure hunting at flea markets, baking, watching the Kentucky Derby, and relaxing drives. She also enjoyed church services with her friend Patti Carver and favorite shows like Law & Order: SVU and Chicago PD & Fire.

A Memorial Gathering will be held on October 12, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Chapel of Hope, 12986 State Route 41.

May the memory of Mary Margaret Williams bring comfort to all who knew and loved her.