Florence L. McWilliams
May 1, 1942 ~ April 3, 2020
Born in: Union City, Pennsylvania
Florence L. McWilliams, 77, of Erie, passed away, Friday, April 3, 2020 unexpectedly at her residence. She was born on May 1, 1942 in Union City, a daughter of John Carniewski and Beatice Baney Hayes.
She was a 1960 graduate of Union City High School and was employed with Fullerton Appliance until her retirement in 2005.
Florence enjoyed shopping, reading, parmesan goldfish, getting together every year with her high school classmates, traveling as long as someone else drove, being around her neighbors and snow blowing all the snow in the neighborhood, but most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by four daughters, Luanne J. Kennedy and her husband Michael of North Carolina, Kris A. Slaughter and her husband David of North East, Jodi A. Dahlberg and her husband Todd of Michigan, and Cynthia L. Tickle of North Carolina; a son, Donald B. McWilliams, Jr. and his wife Darlene of Arizona; six grandchildren, Michael Kennedy II and his wife Rechelle, Sonya Kennedy and her fiancé Scott Severson, Chad Kennedy, Matthew Slaughter, Nicole Lipnichan, and Jared Lipnichan; three sisters, Patricia Kimmy, Gerry Middleton, and Rose Swan all of Union City; two brothers, Louis Carniewski and his wife Elaine of Ohio and Julius "Butch" Carniewski and his wife Diane of Union City; a good friend, Jerri Calhoun of Lake City; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Florence was preceded in death by her parents; her former spouse, Donald B. McWilliams, Sr.; and several, brothers and sisters.
Due to the current COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.
Burial will take place at a later date at Waterford Cemetery, Waterford.
Memorial contributions may be made in Florence's memory to the Autism Society of Northwest Pennsylvania, 1062 Brown Ave, #200b, Erie, PA 16502 (www.autismnwpa.com) or Childhood Leukemia Foundation, 807 Mantoloking Road, NJ 09723 (www.clf4kids.org)
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Florence's Book of Memories online at www.warrenglennfh.com
Arrangements have been placed in the care of Warren-Glenn Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc., 62 S. Main Street, Union City.
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Our sincerest condolences to the family of Flo. We have only been seasonal residents on Candlewood Lane for about 5 years, but Flo was one of the first people there we got to know. She was a kind, caring, good hearted and dependable person. Always had a smile and a hello for us as we were back and forth from Pittsburgh quite a bit. We always commented how nice her place looked! Always full of energy out cutting grass and planting flowers! Candlewood Lane will not be the same without her. May the memories of her always keep her close and in your hearts. She was so proud of her family!
Jeff and Debbie Grupac
5205 Candlewood Lane
Cindy, Luann, Kris & Jody,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom. She was a strong lady and raised all of you well. Keep those good memories close to your hearts.
My sincerest condolences to your entire family. I had the great pleasure of working with Flo many years ago. What an amazingly strong woman and wonderful mentor she was. She will forever be cherished.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your families during this very difficult time. We have very fond memories of all of the years we have known Florence and all the times spent together.
Paul and Nancy Wolcott, Terri Lindstrom and family, Paula Kraft and family, & Rich Wolcott and family
Florence was one of my closest friends. Her brother Butch is married to my cousin Diane. Florence, Susie Williamson and I Eleanor Johnson were room mates on our senior trip to New York City. We had such a good time. Also enjoyed getting together once a year with some of our classmates at the Frog Pond at Canadotha Lake. Lately I’ve been thinking of getting a hold of Florence to see about our 60th class reunion this year. As I was planning my trip to Texas to my Grandson’s wedding and to see my two Great Grand daughters I havent seen I am sorry I didn’t get ahold of her. Love Eleanor (Johnson) Fish & Family
Aunt florence McWilliams was a great person and fantastic lady. Always enjoyed traveling and spending all the time in the workd with her daughters. Ine of her favorite things to do was go wine tasting whenever possible. My memory of My aunt would be my wedding day on July 27th,2017 where we had a great conversation and it was really nice to see her after years of not seeing her. Im glad I got the oppurtunity to get to know her and see her three years ago. You will always be rembered fly high.
my aunt flo was one of the most sweetest person i have ever known i will surely miss her Rest In Peace Aunt flo love you and will miss you
My heart breaks for you, her family… I did her hair for close to 20 years, she spoke lovingly about all of you, and how proud she was. She was a beautiful person who will be missed.
Sincerely, Michele Hewel