Jacqueline Rose Williams
Jacqueline Rose “Jackie” Williams, 84, of Morgantown, W.Va., passed away peacefully Sunday, September 12, 2021, in her residence, with her loving family by her side. She was born October 5, 1936, in Garfield, N.J., a daughter of the late Peter and Frances Scaglione.
Jackie, when she was a young lady, moved from New Jersey to Connelsville, where she lived for many years until she moved to Morgantown in 1997. She was a member of St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, Start City, W.Va., and a former member of St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Connellsville.
Known for her kindness, giving, and compassion, Jackie always helped anyone in need. She enjoyed spending time with her many friends and above all, family was her most treasured asset. She will truly be missed, but her legacy of love and generosity will live forever in many hearts.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Carmen Williams; a brother, Jack Scaglione; and a sister, Mae Licciardi.
Surviving her is a sister, Sophie Posluszny of New Jersey; and many loving nieces, nephews and godchildren.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, September 16, in St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 3334 University Avenue, Morgantown, where there will be a scriptural wake service at 7:15 p.m.
A Funeral Mass will be at noon Friday, September 17, in St. Rita’s Catholic Church, 116 S. 2nd Street, Connellsville, with a visitation from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the church, with Fr. Paul Lisik as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Rita’s Cemetery, Connellsville.
The Williams family would like to give a special thank you to Goldie and all of the caretakers, as well as Amedisys Home Health Care, for the dedication and love they have all shown to Jackie.
In lieu of flowers, donations are suggested to Amedisys Home Health Care, 5007 Mid Atlantic Drive, Morgantown, WV 26508 and WVUMedicine Children’s, 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV 26506.
Caring services are provided by Dering-Henson Funeral Home.
Condolences can be expressed at www.dering-henson.com.