Mary Williams-Robinson

Mary was born on August 10, 1937, to Joe and Rita (Nichols) Yochum. She grew up in Ottumwa where she met her husband, Robert “Dale,” Williams. Mary and Dale were married on New Years Eve in 1955 and together raised four children. They shared 28 years of marriage before his passing in 1983.

Mary worked in retail while lovingly raising her children. Mary began her career at Montgomery Wards in 1974 and continued there until her retirement in 1998. During those years, she built lifelong friendships and was known for her hard work and kind spirit.

In September 1991, she married Earl Robinson, and together they enjoyed nearly seven years of marriage before his passing. Mary cherished her time with Earl, especially when traveling together.

Above all, Mary loved spending time with her family. She found her greatest joy in her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her four children, seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Robert Dale Williams and Earl Robinson; her brothers Chuck Yochum, Mike Yochum and her sister Fran Peppers.

Mary is survived in death by her four children; Deb Williams, Danny (Marcia) Williams, Diana Kelley (Dennis Clifton), Dennis (Nancy) Williams; her sisters Jorita (Bob) Madison, Kay Gillespie, Susan (Mike) Terrell.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 12 p.m. with the funeral to follow at 1 p.m. St. Anthony’s Church 417 N Main St. Davenport, IA 52801.

Burial will take place separately at Calvary Cemetery 1000 E Pennsylvania Ave. Ottumwa, IA 52501 on Monday, September 22, 2025 at 11 a.m.

The family wishes to thank the dedicated caregivers at Country Manor and St. Croix Hospice. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.