Margie Ann

Williams

Margie Ann Williams, born November 20, 1943, to the late Reverend Dovie Lee and Mrs. Annie Mae Fox as Margie Ann Fox was affectionately called "Marg" by family and friends. Raised as a Twelfth Street descendant in Toledo, Ohio, Margie lived as a devoted Christian with a fiery disposition, undertaking the trials and tribulations of life with an unwavering love for her family, and a charisma as unapologetically and uniquely, Margie.

God called Margie for eternal rest to His home around 8 o'clock in the morning November 17, 2024. Before the Lord called Margie peacefully home, He prepared a place for Margie's father and mother, Reverend Dovie Lee and Annie Mae Fox (née Colbert); her six siblings, Shirline, Mary Ann, Ida Bell, Roy Lee, Dovie Mae, and Richard; brothers-in-law Ralph, Robert, and David Michael "Mike," sister-in-law Joan; nephew, nieces, and cousins.

Margie's Christian upbringing embraced an unwavering love for the Lord and her Savior, Jesus Christ. Margie confessed her life early to the Lord and baptized at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Later, Margie would join and become a member of the congregations of the New Light Missionary Baptist Church and Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, Toledo, Ohio; and Jerusalem No. 1 Baptist Church, Evergreen, Alabama; throughout the years. Margie sang alto in the church choir with favorite gospel hymns: "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," a song that reflected her belief in the comforting presence of the Lord; "I am Coming Up on the Rough Side of the Mountain, "a hymn that symbolized her perseverance through life's challenges; "Stand," a song that represented her unwavering faith: This Little Light of Mine," a hymn that embodied her mission to spread the light of the Lord; and "What a Friend We Have in Jesus." These hymns were not just songs to Margie but reflections of her deep faith and values, serving as a source of strength and inspiration in her life.

Margie's educational journey started at Sherman Elementary School, and Class of 1961 graduate from Jesup W. Scott High School of Toledo, Ohio. After high school, she enrolled and graduated from St. Vincent's Hospital Nursing Program in Psychiatric Medicine. Margie later received her Associate's Degree in Sociology and Gerontology from the Scott Park Campus of the University of Toledo.

After high school graduation, she began as a laundry press operator and seamstress at Adams' Cleaners. Her dedication and hard work led her to a ten-year career as a Psychiatric Assistant Nurse at St. Vincent's Hospital, Psychiatric Unit, Toledo, Ohio. Margie's work in the psychiatric unit was particularly noteworthy, as she was known for her compassion and dedication to her patients. Margie then co-owned and co-operated two convenience and delicatessen stores in Cincinnati, Ohio. Her career was a testament to her hard work and dedication as a role model for her children. This entrepreneurial venture allowed her to retire early and build her new dream home on the family's farm in Evergreen, Alabama. Later, Margie returned home to Toledo and her Fox family to raise her three children.

Margie united in Holy Matrimony in Toledo, Ohio. From this union, she gave birth to Sonji, La'Vada, and Walter III. Margie's love for her family was boundless, and she dedicated herself to raising and nurturing her three children. Her love for her grandchildren was equally profound, and she cherished them dearly, always ensuring they felt her warmth, love, and affection.

Magie's dedication to community service was evident in her commitment to the Order of the Eastern Star. She pursued uplifting social plight through charity and service by joining the Order of the Eastern Star Cincinnati, Ohio Chapter, serving as a conductress. She aimed to promote and support the democratic process through election advocacy of voters' rights by volunteering for over thirteen years as a non-partisan poll worker at Scott Park Campus in the State of Ohio, Lucas County.

Margie was a woman of many interests. She enjoyed bowling, BINGO, figuring out a lottery number, and sewing. Her favorite holiday was Thanksgiving, a time for family bonding and gratefulness, and her favorite color was gold, symbolizing her warmth and generosity. Margie's travels included destinations such as Japan, Canada, and multiple states, reflecting her adventurous spirit. She enjoyed listening to music and watching television, such as the news, game shows, Westerns, black-and-white films, and soap operas like The Young and the Restless.

Margie's life was a shining example of resilience, selflessness, and determination. She faced life's challenges with unwavering strength, always putting the needs of others before her own. As her earthly home, Toledo was where family dearly and unconditionally loved her, hearing her laughter, eating her cooking, and sharing memories the family will always cherish. Margie's resilience and selflessness will continue to inspire us.

Margie Ann Williams leaves to celebrate her life and memories amongst her children: daughter, Sonji Ann Epps (Andre) of New Freedom, Pennsylvania; daughter, La'Vada Ann Williams; and son, Walter Williams III (Michelle) of Toledo, Ohio; nine grandchildren: Lamar, Fanchon, Jada (Deon), Indya, and Sasha; La'Von, La'Vada, Jr., and La'Vont; and Walter IV; three great-grandchildren: Demarkio, Jr., and Azeliah; and Naila; two brothers, Willie Lee Fox (Linda), and Dennis Fox (Iris); two sisters, Susie Mae Martin, and Louise Fox; two brothers-in-law, Henry McCoy, and Craig Dotson of Toledo, Ohio; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives, friends, and the staff of the Darlington House-Park Terrace Nursing Home and First Health Hospice Care.