Ethel M. Williams, age 82 of Three Rivers, died Thursday Sep. 22, 2011 at Bronson Methodist Hospital following a short illness. She was born on Aug. 3, 1929 in Cass County the daughter of Donald L. and Myrtle L. (Childs) Williams. She was a graduate of Marcellus High School and had resided in the Marcellus-Three Rivers her entire life. She was employed by Continental Can Co. for 10 years and was self-employed in the home health care business. She enjoyed reading and visiting with her friends. Ethel is survived by her sister, Jean J. Williams of Three Rivers and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Helen; and brother, Victor. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday Sep. 27, 2011 at the Eickhoff Farrand Halverson Chapel in Three Rivers where funeral services will begin at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Cremation will follow services. Memorials may be directed to a charity of one's choice. (www.efhchapel.com)