February 20, 1927 - December 26, 2025
Mary Elizabeth (Smith) (O’Toole) Williams was born February 20, 1927 in Enid, Oklahoma to Walter and Alice (McNeely) Smith and died in her home at The Commons on December 26 after a short illness.
Mary graduated from Enid High in 1944. Her class had to complete their education in their junior highs due to the fire that damaged Enid High School. She went to Nursing School in Amarillo, Texas and became a registered nurse and anesthetist. She helped care for many family members and friends through the years with great compassion.
After meeting John O’Toole, they were married on June 3, 1950 and lived in Enid as well as Boise, Idaho and the San Diego, California area. John preceded her in death on June 30, 1984.
After John’s death, Mary remained in the San Diego area where she met Forrest Williams. They married on November 1, 1986 and spent many of their years together traveling. Forrest died on July 26, 2008.
A few years later, Mary decided to return to Enid to be nearer to family. She resided in the Commons Cottages before moving into an apartment at the Commons. She loved playing cribbage as well as other games. Her best friend of over 75 years, was Babe Seely, whom she met at the Central Methodist Church in downtown Enid. They remained close through the years.
She was preceded in death by her seven siblings and survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Mary was a life-long United Methodist. Her graveside service will be held Tuesday, December 30 at 2 pm in the Memorial Park Gazebo with Rev. Hagen Jackson officiating.
