Kelly Williams Bruins, 64, of Jacksonville, IL, died Monday, April 15, 2024, at her home.

She was born January 8, 1960, in Jacksonville, the daughter of Thomas & Doris (Bridges) Williams. She married Mark Bruins, and he survives.

Kelly is also survived by her children, Jeremy (Layla) Gresham of Springfield, Tyler (Nick) Jensen of Murrayville; stepsons, Travis and Lance Bruins of Jacksonville; grandchildren, Ella, Evelyn, Oliver, Makinley, Mason, Myah, Brantley, Lucas, Noah, Vivienne, Zoey, Emma, Keira, and Myra; sister, Robyn Williams of Jacksonville; a niece and nephew, John (Sarah) Williams of Florida and Sabrina Dietz of Jacksonville; and two great nephews, Bryton and Ian Williams of Florida. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Paul Williams; and her great nephew, Trenton Williams.

She had worked as a manager for Harper's and then later for Huck's, until they closed their doors. She was a member of Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church. Kelly enjoyed spending time with her husband and lifelong friends, Kim and Becky Henderson and Jim and Joyce Law. She loved nothing more than being with her grandkids.

A memorial service will be held at 10 AM Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends from 4-6 PM on Monday evening at the funeral home. A burial at Youngblood Cemetery will follow the service. Memorial donations are suggested to the American Cancer Society. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at buchanancody.com.