Wanda Fay (Nelson) Williams

Wanda Williams of Rio Rancho, NM, age 73, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 12, 2019. She was born in Carlsbad, NM on Wednesday, March 21, 1945 to Fines Clark Nelson and Lillie Frances (Ballard) Nelson. In addition to her parents, Wanda was preceded in death by her loving husband of 49 years, Richard G. Williams; and her two sisters, Evelyn (Nelson) Michalski, and Barbara (Nelson) Bartlett. Those left to cherish her love and memory are her children, Rick Williams and wife, Sharon of Sahuarita, AZ, Debbie McCray and husband, Scott, Tracy Williams and wife, Michelle, and Jeff Williams all of Rio Rancho; and daughter-in-law, Tracy Alward of Gilbert, AZ. She was lovingly known as “Nana” to her ten grandchildren, Omi, Roy, Austin, Collin, Randi, Bryanna, Ryan, Mariah, Trevor, and Marisa; and six great- grandchildren.

Wanda loved caring for her family, family vacations, and game nights with her grandkids. She was known for her candy making skills, and found joy in cooking, crafting, studying the Bible, and participating in church activities. She was the cornerstone of our family and blessed us with her never ending love and support. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Memorial Service will be held Thursday, January 17, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., at Grace Outreach Center, 2900 Southern Blvd. SE in Rio Rancho, with interment following at Vista Verde Memorial Park Cemetery.