She was born to Richard and Ida Neumann on December 23, 1918 in Geronimo, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents and by her husband, E.E. "Preacher" Williamson.
Lilly is survived by her son Richard, his wife, Mary Ann of San Antonio; daughter, Karen Guzzardo and husband, Sam of New York City; and grandchildren, Regan and Travis, who were the joy of her life. Along with her children, she will be greatly missed by her brothers and sisters, Linda, Stella, Arno, Marvin, Helna, Hilda and husband Don, Elton and wife Jean and Richard Jr., as well as cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.