Donna Ruth Williams

Donna Ruth Williams, 76, of Burlington New Jersey, passed away on November 20, 2022, from a prolonged illness. Williams taught broadcasting in EKU’s Department of Mass Communications as a full-time faculty member for many years. She was promoted and tenured in 1984.

She was predeceased by her father, Arthur D. Williams, and her mother, Glenna Porrey Williams. She is survived by her sister, Karen Lima (Phil), her nephews, Christopher and Michael, many cousins and extended family.

Williams was a long-time resident of Rockland County, New York where she used her talent and experience in the industry to teach communications at St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, New York. She was a valued mentor in her field. In recent years, Williams became a resident of New Jersey, where she spent time with her cousin Jennifer (Michael) and their children. She was a devoted cat owner and her animals were well-loved.

Donations in her memory can be made to the Hi-Tor Animal Shelter, 65 Firemens Memorial Dr, Pomona, NY 10970.