Obituary of Crystal Lea Williams

WILLIAMS, Crystal Lea June 6, 1988 – November 28, 2021 Crystal Lea Williams, age 33, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2021, in Edmonton Alberta of an accidental overdose after a long brave battle with addiction. She is survived by her son, Jayce David Williams; parents, Roger Williams and Joanne Ricard (Dave Sharply); her sisters Ashley Williams, Rashawna Poirier, Serena Terriah, Katie Williams and Renee Rozon; brothers Dakota Heon, Roger Williams Jr. and Joey Ricard; grandmother Emily (Benedict) Thompson; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins. Crystal was predeceased by her grandfather Robin Williams and grandparents Claude and Susan Ricard. Crystal was born on June 6, 1988 in Cornwall Ontario and grew up in Quebec. Crystal was outgoing with a love for life and even more so a love for people. Crystal always found the time to make everyone feel special. She was fearless and always ready to face a challenge. Crystal never wanted to be defined only by her addiction and mistakes, she was so much more than that. Crystal was a beautiful, intelligent child and friends with everyone. She was feisty and outspoken but would do anything for anyone and always lit up the room with her smile and sense of humor even while struggling with her demons. She loved her family deeply and believed strongly in second chances. Crystal isn't just another statistic or just "another one gone too soon", she was a great person with a bright future and a gift that the world lost and can never be replaced. So please the best way to honor Crystal is for people who read this or knew her to think twice before judging anyone. Crystal will be deeply missed by her family and friends but will never be forgotten for she has touched the hearts of everyone who truly knew her. In complying with Alberta’s Restriction Exemption Program, you will be required to provide proof of Vaccinations upon entry to the service : Alberta vaccine records with QR codes (paper or digital) or proof of a negative rapid COVID test taken within 72 hours of entry, or an original medical exemption letter along with photo ID. Crystal’s friends are invited to celebrate her life on Saturday, December 11, 2021 between 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at The Rock Ministries at 5014 50 St.in Vegreville, Alberta.