DRUSILLA LANIER YODER WILLIAMS “LANNIE”

1939-2022

Born to Garnett Andrew Yoder & Drusilla Lanier Davidson of San Antonio & Brady, Texas. Lannie is preceded in death by her husband of 29 years, John Ward Williams & her brothers Andy Yoder & David Huffington. She is survived by her stepsons Russell Williams & his wife Anna Skudlarska, Wyatt Williams & his wife Sandra Williams; nieces Elizabeth Stenning & Katherine Yoder; nephew Ashley Yoder, his wife Lisa Yoder & their children Lanier & Hadley.

Lannie attended Alamo Heights High School, St. Mary’s Hall, Trinity University & the University of Texas in Austin. She had a successful career as one of the state’s early female stockbrokers.

She later worked as a real estate broker for lifelong family friend, George Murray. Lannie was involved in many charities & organizations & never hesitated to give her efforts to friends or family in need of care. Her talent for gourmet cooking was legendary & none can forget her cookies, brownies, & famous rolls. Those Holiday parties on Huntingdon with family, old friends, & decadent food were a beloved annual event for many!

Lannie’s other great love was for her pets which were always an important part of her life. She later transitioned that love into the showing and breeding of Champion Old English Sheepdogs.

Lannie was a big personality with enormous gifts and talents. She was a wonderfully unique individual with a vast circle of friends, a testament to her charisma & charm.

She will be missed by all who knew her.

Lannie will be laid to rest next to Ward in a private interment at Forest Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family request that you consider making a contribution in her name to the Texas Old English Sheepdog rescue: https://www.texasoesrescue.org/.