Valley Springs, CA…Mrs. Maria Elena Williams June 1, 1942 ~ June 9, 2025 (age 83). Maria Elena was a devoted wife, daughter, and mother whose warmth and generosity touched everyone she met. Born in 1942 to Ester and Raymond Macias, she was the eldest of six children and the only girl-a role she embraced with grace and strength. As a daughter, she was a source of pride and support to her parents. As the big sister, she was a guiding light and nurturing presence to her five younger brothers.

Maria Elena was a loving and dedicated mother to her four daughters-Esther, Denise, Lisa, and Elena-raising them with compassion, and wisdom. She found enduring love and companionship with her husband, Stephen Williams, with whom she shared 50 joyful years.

Her family remained the center of her world, and she gave of herself freely to ensure they were always cared for and surrounded by love.

As a grandmother to 21 grandchildren, Maria Elena’s legacy of love and devotion lives on in each of them. She cherished every moment spent with them, sharing laughter, and unconditional love. Her grandchildren were a source of immense joy and happiness.

She was known for her strong will, contagious laugh, and joyful spirit. Her strength, kindness, and love will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed.

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