Kay Williams

NEWTON, Kan. -- Anita Kay Williams, 71, died Monday, Nov. 5, 2018, at her home.

Anita was known as "Kay" to her family and friends. She was born Nov. 15, 1946, in Memphis, Tennessee, the daughter of James G. and Reba Doris Wrather LaFont.

Kay had two daughters, Renee and Michelle, with her first husband, B.J. Rooker Jr.

In 1971, Kay married Dr. W.A. Williams Jr. in Cape Girardeau, and he preceded her in death. Williams adopted Kay's two daughters and added two sons, Wade and Tyler. Kay worked alongside her husband in the Arapahoe Medical Clinic in Arapahoe, Nebraska, and Plum Creek Medical Clinic in Lexington, Nebraska.

She enjoyed water skiing, horseback riding, spending time at the lake and traveling. She could also be found relaxing with a good book and working in her yard tending her many plants and flowers. Kay was known as a strong fighter who had a zeal for life and continued living life on her terms as long as she could.

Kay is survived by her children, Renee Robinson, Michelle Linden, Wade Williams and Tyler Williams. She also is survived by nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brother, Jimmy LaFont; and sister, Suzanne LaFont.

A celebration of Kay's life and memorial will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Petersen Funeral Home Chapel in Newton, with the Rev. Donna Voteau presiding.

Memorials are suggested to New Hope Shelter in care of Petersen Funeral Home.