She was born Madison Heights on January 6, 1927, daughter of the late Ralph Ford and the late Christine Stillwell Ford.
Catherine was retired from Leesville Elementary School. Her last position there was that of cafeteria manager. Her job was very appropriate since she was a great cook.
She was preceded in death by a son, Ronald Neil Williams and 3 siblings, Ralph Ford, Jr., Joyce F. Winslow, and Paul Ford.
Survivors include 2 children, Howard H. Williams, Jr. and Linda W. Ketron and her husband Edward as well as 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 8180 Greensboro Drive, Suite 400, McLean, VA 22102.
