Edna Williamson

Published September 17, 2025 - 5:00 a.m.

Edna Williamson, 92, of Carrollton, passed away peacefully in her home Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family following an extended illness.

She was born Jan. 1, 1933, in Salineville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Mark and Sulvia Allison Hirst.

Edna is survived by her daughter, Charlene Russell; stepson, David Williamson; grandson, Jarvis (Rachel) Russell; two great-grandchildren, Marshall and Allison Russell; sister, Sally Keating; and niece, Tracy Keating.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Wayne “Jake” Williamson.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Traditions Hospice, especially nurses Mica Rector and Sierra Walker, for their exceptional care. They also wish to recognize and give special thanks to Mary Ellen Monigold, whose compassion and dedication went above and beyond in caring for Edna. “Thank you” just isn’t enough.

A graveside service will be held Friday, Sept. 19, 2025, at 10 a.m. in Westview Cemetery, Carrollton, Ohio.

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