Deborah Ann Williams, 73, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026.

Deborah was born on February 4, 2026, to the late Wayne and Mae Madsen. She was raised in Elmira, New York, where she graduated from Horseheads High School in 1971. While there, Deborah ran track and set school records in the 100-yard and 200-yard dash events. Following high school, Deborah attended Ricks College, then BYU in Provo, Utah.

Deborah met her first husband in Provo and the two of them made their life in Utah. Deborah worked in management for convenience stores, restaurants, and grocery stores while also dedicating herself to raising her three children. Later, Deborah would marry Howard Williams on January 27, 2011, and relocated to her final home in Warner Robins.

In her free time, Deborah enjoyed crafting, especially needle point embroidery, and canning. She was known for her elaborate decorating, always going all out to make the holidays feel special. Deborah was also a member of the Church of Latter-Day Saints, attending the location on Draper Street in Warner Robins for many years.

Above all else, Deborah was devoted to her family. She was a loving, caring wife, mother, and grandmother who was always looking out for the needs of the family. She loved keeping up with her kids and grandkids and was deeply proud of their accomplishments.

Her memory will forever be treasured by her children, Peter Fairhurst (Jamie), Sarah Harris (Tommy), and Timothy Fairhurst (Lindsay Andre); her grandchildren, Tyson, Alyssa, and Ryan Fairhurst, and Thomas, Ellie, and Caleb Harris; her siblings, Theo Madsen, Patti-Jo Tangren (Ed), Jennifer Scoma (Tony), and Amy Madsen; and her stepdaughter, Kimberly Barton; along with a host of extended family and friends.

At the request of the family, all services will be private.

The family will accept flowers or donations may be given in memory of Deborah to a charity of your choosing.

McCullough Funeral Home and Crematory has the privilege of being entrusted with these arrangements.