Darcy Lynn Williams
August 31, 1958 - June 15, 2019
Obituary
MADISON-Darcy Lynn (Larsen) Williams, age 60, of Madison, passed away as a result of a tragic fall outside her home, on Saturday, June 15, 2019. She was born on Aug. 31, 1958, in Stoughton, the daughter of Martin and Fern (Leikness) Larsen. Darcy graduated from Stoughton High School in 1976 and UW-Madison in 1994 with a degree in Sociology. She worked for the State of Wisconsin for her entire professional career, including positions in the UW Athletic Department, University of Wisconsin, (what is now the Department of Workforce Development) and most recently at UW Hospital’s business office, retiring in 2014.
Darcy loved traveling, especially to Las Vegas and other warm climates. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, singing karaoke and most importantly, spending time with family, friends and especially Rick’s grandchildren, who grew up knowing her as their Nana.
Darcy is survived by her significant other, Rick Petershack; sisters, Marcia (Gordon) Schmitt, Michele Ballering, Kristie (Gordon) Christy and Patricia Larsen; brother, Michael (Linda) Larsen; nieces, Melanie, Ginger, Natalie and Zoe; nephews, Joel and Martin (Sharri) Seffens and their children, Ashley (son, Myles) and Rowan; special friends, Patty and Skip Kraiss; Rick's son, Ben Petershack (Rene Salazar); Rick's daughter, Katy Petershack (John Oppeneer); grandchildren, Elaina and Jasper Oppeneer, and Rick’s extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; and daughter, Elizabeth Williams.
A Celebration of Darcy’s life will be held at THE EASTSIDE CLUB, 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 25, 2019.
Continuing the tradition that Darcy’s daughter Liz started, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
Events
Celebration of Life
Thu Jul 25, 2019 @ 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM CDT
Eastside Club • 3735 Monona Drive, Madison, WI null
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Steve
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Darcy was a dear person who always smiled, had a hearty laugh, and gave so much to Rick and her new extended family. Nana helped John and Katy with their kids. Nana was loved and will be missed.
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Tonia
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Love you Momma D. Forever in my heart!
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Sandy Canaan Gerber
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Darcy was such a vibrant classmate! She always had a laugh and a smile!
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Georgia Morgan
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So many great memories of Darcy! We have known each other for over 30 years. I will miss her huge heart ❤️
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Christine Karls
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I will miss Darcy and all the good times we shared together traveling and gambling. We were a lot alike and got along well. We did not get to meet often enough for dinner due to busy schedules but I cherish the times we did get together.
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Heather Corcoran
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I will always remember your pink and blue victorian chairs, Virginia Slims, and profound talks. Stealing your wine, karaoke; getting busted. Drinks at Woody and Anne’s, Ho-Chunk, laughs over dinner dates. Eating too many chips and salsa that one time and you telling me I was pregnant with my son. We shared a space in time that I will forever carry in my heart. Therefore, I will always cherish your smile, your laugh, your wisdom, and your unconditional love throughout the years. I hope that you are “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” singing sweet ballads and laughing in the sky with Liz. Until we meet again my friend. Rest Easy.