Darlene Dricilla Williamson

Darlene (Abbott) Williamson, bless her unconditionally loving soul, peacefully passed away surrounded by her loved ones at the Davenport hospital, exactly one week after her husband passed. Raised in Davenport, she attended Washington State University where she achieved her M.R.S. degree after meeting the love of her life, Gerald ("Jerry") Williamson, at a Kappa Delta/Farmhouse function. They boldly relocated to Iowa where she raised her two beloved children in the Midwest, then eventually returned home to Davenport for their retirement years. Darlene was an eternal optimist, fun-loving, a competitive card/bridge/game player, and truly enjoyed laughing, along with all of the hugs from great granddaughters Maisie, Remi and newly born Maggie, as well as grandkids Mitchell, Jayson (and Jazmyne), Heather (and Jeremiah). Survived by her son Wade, daughter Kelly (and Duane Hopper), sister Donna Ray Hopkins + family, brother Darel Abbott (and Judi + family), half-brothers Pat & Mike Abbott + families, plus several endearing cousins + their families. While Darlene is no longer with us, her memories are everlasting, and we can envision her (next to her husband) sharing the limelight while celebrating lots of "fun & merriment" forevermore.

She will rest in peace, together with her husband of 63 years, at the Davenport cemetery after a small family service (TBD). Memorial donations can be made to the Davenport Senior Center where they were very active playing cards/bridge/pinochle, celebrating family reunions, and much more. Donate: Davenport Senior Center https://search.app/ES73wrmkDzj3qC8cA