Jeannette Williams

Jeannette Mildred (Formo) Williams, 99, died peacefully on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at Valley Care and Rehabilitation of Barnesville, MN.

Jeannette was born on August 19, 1925 on the family farm near Dalton, MN. She was the oldest daughter of seven children born to Sam and Mrytle (Thompson) Formo.

On April 21, 1960, she married Bennett Williams and they made their home in Fergus Falls. After graduating with the Fergus Falls High School Class of 1945 (80 years ago!), she began her working career in Minneapolis and retired from the Metz Bakery of Fergus Falls.

Jeannette enjoyed visiting and staying in touch with her nieces and nephews, crocheting, puzzles, and making new friends. She will always be remembered for her sense of humor and the twinkle in her eyes. The 4th of July Family Reunion was always an event she looked forward to. She stayed until the Champions were crowned at last year's Bag Tournament - she missed dinner! We were all looking forward to celebrating her 100th Birthday in August.

Jeannette was a Resident of River View Apartments for 29 years before moving to Valley Care and Rehab in Barnesville in July of 2022. She loved her new home and the care she received was a joy to her and her family! The staff at Valley Care and Rehab was second to none. Jeannette was also thankful for the additional care given by the staff at Hospice of the Red River Valley.

Jeannette was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ben in 2000; her brothers, David (Euni), Milton (Deloris), Kenny (Leone), Richard (Sally) and Andy (Pat); brother-in-law, Joe Christenson; her niece, Linda Carey; and nephews, Stanley Formo, Craig Formo, Bernie Formo, and Dean Formo.

She is survived by her sister, Sally of Fergus Falls; and sister-in-law, Colleen Wahl of Fergus Falls. She also leaves behind 18 nieces and nephews, Seldon (Michelle) Formo, Dale (Deb) Formo, Bob (Pat) Formo, Mark (Kim) Formo, Tim Formo, Jeff (Renae) Formo, Gary (Hannelore) Formo, Cindy (Joe) Summers, Sam (Leroy) Walz, Diane (Tim) Arnold, Nancy Korby, Larry Formo, Cathy (Tom) Hagaman, Tracy (Russ) Muchow, Jeanie (Gary) Hutchins, Jody (Ron) Brasel, Jane (Todd) Champ, Jay (Ann) Christenson, Ron Carey, Chrissy Formo and Patti Formo.

Celebration of Life: 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 30, 2025 at Olson Funeral and Cremation Chapel in Fergus Falls, with visitation one-hour prior to the service.

Interment: Oak Grove Cemetery, Fergus Falls, MN

Arrangements provided by Olson Funeral and Cremation in Fergus Falls.

Online condolences may be sent to www.olsonfuneralhome.com