Dr. Katelyn M. Williams, 26

NEGLEY, OH – Dr. Katelyn M. Williams, 26, of Negley—our beloved daughter, granddaughter, fiancée, and sister—passed away on April 25th as the result of a tragic auto accident on Rt. 170. Her sudden passing has left a heartbreak that words can hardly touch.

Beautiful in both spirit and smile, "Katie" was the second oldest child of Patrick "Rick" and Kelly McCauley Williams of Negley, Ohio. She graduated from Beaver Local, Class of 2017, where she was a friend to many, sang in the Choir, and was a member of the girls' golf team. She went on to earn her bachelor's degree in biology from Youngstown State University in 2021 and, following in her mother's footsteps, attended Northeast Ohio Medical University, graduating with her PharmD in 2025.

Katie was an extraordinary young woman—driven, compassionate, and deeply faithful. She was nearly finished with her one-year pharmacy residency at Aultman Community Hospital in Alliance, and had just signed a three-year contract to serve as a clinical pharmacist with One Health Ohio in Youngstown. Even with a full schedule, Katie poured herself into others: she sang with the Praise Team and taught Sunday School at Point of Mercy Sanctuary. Her voice was absolutely gorgeous, and when she sang for the Lord, it could move you to tears. Katie also loved bringing people together, often arranging youth get-togethers at her parents' home or at church on an occasional Friday or Saturday night.

Katie was engaged to be married on June 27th to Dustin Lane of Wellsville. She loved him dearly and spent much of her spare time at his home making plans for their big day - dreaming, laughing, and building a future together. Katie was the kind of person who made the world feel gentler. She was truly one of the sweetest souls you could ever meet. She rarely had a negative word to say about anyone, and she seemed to find something good in every person she met.

In addition to her parents, Katie is lovingly remembered by her three siblings, Garrett Williams and his wife, Cassandra, of Boardman, Blake Williams, and Emmalee Williams, both at home. She is also survived by her grandmothers, Patricia Williams of Lisbon and Marjorie McCauley of Negley, as well as her many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews who will miss her more than can be expressed.

Katie was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Gary McCauley and Gary Williams.

Friends may visit Thursday at the Dawson Funeral Home where the family will be present from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Pastor Stephen Waddel of the church will conduct a funeral service at noon Friday at the funeral home where friends may visit two hours prior to the service. Burial will be at Columbiana County Memorial Park.

Following the service, friends and family will gather at the Point of Mercy Sanctuary for fellowship.