Mrs. Louise Howard Williamson, age 62, passed away Friday, October 14, 2011 from respiratory failure. Born December 13, 1948 in Donalsonville, GA, she was the daughter of the late Sammie and Hazel Louise (Murkerson) Howard. She was a longtime member of Highland City Freewill Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School for many years. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers; Ray Taylor, and Clayton "Buster" Howard. Mrs. Williamson is survived by a loving family that includes her husband of 44 years, Joseph David Williamson, Sr., of Bartow, her son Joseph David Williamson, Jr. (Sandie) of Bartow, her daughter Lisa Thornton (Mike) of Auburndale, her siblings; Shelia Adams, of Alturas, Brenda Losh of Auburndale, Edward "Bubba" Howard of Alturas, Maudie Jiskoot of Bartow, her grandchildren; Dustin McKenzie, Tabitha McKenzie, Zachary Davis, Kelli McKenzie, Justen Levasseur, Megan Williamson, Breanna Thornton, Morgan Williamson,and Aiden Deweese. She also leaves behind her great grandchildren; Isabel, Gavin, Clayton, Emma Jane, and Kainin. There will be a Celebration of Mrs. Williamson's life on Saturday, October 22nd at 2:00PM at the Highland City Freewill Baptist Church, 5546 4th Street in Highland City