Contact her at agerson@gannett.com or on Twitter @aria_gerson. "The 49ers mourn the passing of alumni Jimmy Williams," the team said in a statement. In 2011, Wiliams returned to the school to be a teacher and coach. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Born in Bowling Green, Kentucky, to Curtis & Lorene Williams, Jimmy was one of nine children. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Create a password that only you will remember. Learning of his passing hurts so badly. Gabriel was born Aug. 17, 1956 in Williams, Arizona to Joe and Ramona Otero. Those left to cherish his memory are his devoted wife of 54+ years, Nancy Jessee Williams, daughter Rhonda (Greg) Bausell, grandson Wesley (Melanie) Bausell, brother-in-law Larry Jessee, sister Peggy (Lonnie) Hammond, sister Betty (Gerald Faye) Darnell, sister-in-law Barbara Kitty Williams, nephews (Michael Hammond, Bobby Hammond, and Jonathan Hammond), special friend Andrew Hartsock, as well as several other beloved family members, friends, and church family members at Free Hill Baptist Church. HAMMOND, La. I want his sweet family to know we love him and them. Winds light and variable. Jimmy received a full scholarship to Vanderbilt University where he earned a bachelor's degree in human and organizational development with a minor in health and human services. A mix of clouds and sun during the morning will give way to cloudy skies this afternoon. Skip to main content (800) 896-5587. RIP HANDSOME YOU EARNED YOUR WINGS. #ArmorUp pic.twitter.com/2a0ikwW4U3. Throughout his adult life he worked in the flooring and ceiling installation industry. He retired in 2006, finishing his career with 151 tackles, three interceptions and 13 pass breakups. (Optional: Dress attire, Washington Redskins/Colors), Contents of this site are Copyright 2023 Williams News and Western News&Info, Inc. All rights reserved. Would you like to offer James Calvin Williams Sr.s loved ones a condolence message? Getty Former Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jimmy Williams has died at age 43. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, a church family and family and friends. Published by The Advocate from Jul. He also enjoyed doing projects with his church group, helping his extended family or friends however needed, and spending time with his daughter, son in law, and grandson who he taught how to fish, ride a bike, safely shoot a gun, and countless other skills and life lessons. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. Jimmy was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on March 10, 1979. He is the son of Jimmy Williams Sr. and the late Bobby Jean Williams. Jimmy is married to his college sweetheart and beautiful wife Chandra of 20 years, and he is the father to Carter "Ace" Jameson whom he adored. He is also a brother, uncle, pastor, and friend. Jimmy finished his career with 151 tackles, three interceptions and 13 pass breakups, and was inducted into the hall of fame at Episcopal, his high school alma mater. He was 43. Rainfall possibly over one inch. ", Football coach Clark Lea said he hosted Williams, his wife Chandra and son Ace at his home on Wednesday. He loved taking things apart and rebuilding them. Williams was a phenomenalathlete for the Knights during his playing days and earned a scholarship to Vanderbilt where he was rated as the highest player ever to sign with the Commodores at the time. He worked for Jefferson Dairies in Louisville before moving to Augusta where he was employed by Colonial Food Stores. Eli Lilly will cut prices for some older Wednesday AM Forecast: A line of storms will be here before the weekend. James was Honorably discharged from USAF after 4 years. He graduated from Gate City High School in 1963 and immediately went to work at a Coca-Cola bottling plant in Kingsport TN. James grew to manhood in the Almena community. Former Seattle Seahawks captain and cornerback Jimmy Williams was found dead on July 8. Our deepest condolences go out to Jimmy Williams and his family during this difficult time. His big stature housed a big heart who loved greatly and was greatly loved. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. "Thank you for being in the fight with us JW, we love you., More Vanderbilt football news:Vanderbilt football lands commit from London Humphreys, 3-star CPA receiver. Jimmy was a kind soul who loved to pass on his knowledge to the next generation. An online guest register is available for the Williams family at www.gatecityfunerals.com. Baton Rouge and the Episcopal Knights lost a great person, leader and athlete today when Jimmy Williams died at the age of 43 after battling illness. https://t.co/aVI3Hbq1C8. Jimmy gave us a sneak peek of heaven just by being his beautiful, loving, light-hearted self. Cecil Coakland Williams, 90, loving husband of 67 years to Betty Anne Dixon Williams, entered into his eternal rest Friday afternoon, February 24, 2023 at Piedmont Augusta Extended Care Westwood in Evans. Write your message of sympathy today. Originally Published: February 28, 2023 12:08 p.m. Gabriel James Otero, Uncle Stuff, 66, of Williams passed away at his home Jan. 11 on what was his mother's "Jimmy will be remembered for the energy and spirit with which he filled a room, the love and devotion he showed to his beautiful family and the choices he made every day to live fully in the face of the most challenging adversity life has to offer," Lea wrote in a statement. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. You have permission to edit this article. Contents of this site are Copyright 2023 Williams News and Western News&Info, Inc. All rights reserved. "Chandra, you gave your husband a gift by bringing him (here)to watch Ace," Corbin wrote on Twitter. George (Marie) Otero. He was predeceased by : his parents, Martin Williams and Mary Williams; and his brothers, Carl Williams and Gene Williams. Click on the bell icon to manage your notifications at any time. Jimmy Williams, a former Vanderbilt Commodores football player who also spent time in the NFL, died on Friday, according to multiple reports. Funeral services to celebrate his life will be held in the James Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 PM Thursday afternoon, March 2, 2023, with Rev. Sign up for service and obituary updates. Pastor Jimmy also served and ministered in the prison ministry for 25 years. Show your support Send Flowers Send flowers or a gift to a service or family's home. James Edward Williams, age 76, of Bushnell, Florida passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022. Raymond Hensel. In 2001, Jimmy was drafted into the National Football League by the Buffalo Bills. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Billy Graham Cove Ministry, designated to Pastoral Renewal Retreat. He put his God first in all things followed by his family who he loved beyond words. I want his sweet family to know we love him and them.". While at Eastman he made life-long friends who he enjoyed spending time with outside of work - often at local golf courses or with a home or farm project. Jimmy Lamon WILLIAMS, age 81, of Sedro Woolley, Washington passed away on Sunday, February 27, 2022. He retired in 2006 and finished his career with 151 takes three interceptions and 13 pass breakups. Burial Services will follow at Holston View Cemetery in Weber City, Virginia. In sympathy, love and prayers to all the family. In early 1961, he was offered an opportunity to join NASA, hence his move to Huntsville, AL. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Free Hill Baptist Church Memorial Cemetery Fund in c/o Stacy Smith, 4542 Little Duck Road, Nickelsville, VA. 24271. Visiting home to attend a party, he noticed a childhood neighbor who became the love of his life. Jimmy is married to his college sweetheart and beautiful wife Chandra of 20 years, and he is the father to Carter "Ace" Jameson whom he adored. Funeral Services will be held for friends and family on Thursday, January 5, 2023, and will be led by Pastor Larry Beavers. Please keep his wife, Chandra, and his son, Ace, in your thoughts and prayers.Coach Williams was one of the first HUB coaches and our entire HUB family will miss him dearly. To plant trees in memory, please visit the, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Jimmy. After retiring from Colonial, Cecil worked in the Shipping/Receiving at University Hospital, retiring for the second time after twelve years of service. d. October 13, 2008. He was a long-standing member of Free Hill Baptist Church and served as a Youth Leader, Sunday School Teacher, Deacon, Trustee, and wherever else needed. Ranger as an M.P. Williams, who played for Vanderbilt from 1997 through 2000,was announced by the program in May as one of the 100 greatest Commodoreplayers of the past 100 yearsbased on fan voting. Our prayers and condolences to you and your family, My condolences goes out to the Williams family. Jimmy Williams d. April 16, 2022 On Saturday, April 16, 2022, God called Pastor Jimmy Ray Williams home and he heard the words, Well done, my good and faithful servant. Hes home! His first professional job was at Brookley Air Force Base in Mobile, AL. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He lived in Oklahoma and Louisiana prior to moving to Prentiss, Mississippi where he spent most of his childhood. Choose wisely! Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. After retiring from the NFL, Jimmy returned to Episcopal to be a teacher and coach and he recently served as defensive coordinator and assistant athletic director. A funeral service was held on Monday, February 27th 2023 at 1:00 PM at the same location. James Williams's passing on Thursday, February 2, 2023 has been publicly announced by O. W. Wiley Mortuary - Houston in Houston, TX. Legacy invites Read More WILLIAMS, James Age 78, of Douglasville, passed January 19, 2023. Willie A. Watkins Douglasville Chapel. Read More James Grady Williams, Sr., passed away on January 31, 2023. He was always tinkering and fixin thingstaking it apart and putting it back together, and always having extra parts when he finished. Rest In Peace. Always resourceful and ingenious, he parlayed his skills into a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from Mississippi State University. You have funeral questions, we have answers. You all are in my prayers. Learning of his passing hurts so badly. 1 LSU baseball over Texas. Find your ancestry info and recent death notices for relatives and friends. "What a sad reminder this is to not take anything for granted. Gabriel was born Aug. 17, 1956 in Williams, Arizona to Joe and Ramona Otero. This quiet, unassuming, unpretentious and modest man also had a great sense of humor and loved nothing more than to tease family and friends, making them laugh and have a good time. He was 43. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, two brothers, and his grandson, Jason Deason. Gabriel's passions were fishing, hunting, camping, long drives in the woods, a good ol' game of throwing bones (Dominos), a game of poker and cooking. He is survived by : his wife Violet C Williams; his children, James C. Williams Jr. (Faith), Judy W Moore (Allen) and Pamela C. Gordon (Paul); and his sister Debra Kay Chunn (Jimmy). He is preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Mary Williams, brothers, Carl Williams & Gene Williams. But his greatest love and joy was and always will be his family. Funeral arrangement under the care ofValhalla Memorial Funeral Home, Valhalla Funeral Home 8730 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL 36613, Valhalla Memorial Gardens 8730 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL 36613. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. "I saw him as an athlete in high school and saw him play professionally. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Jimmy was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Jean Williams; grandparents, Mable Brown, and Jimmy Williams; great-grandmother, Irene Williams; great aunt, Cora Lee "Auntee" Jones; mother-in-law, Sandra Joseph; father-in-law, Gerald Joseph Sr. and brother-in-law, Gerald Joseph Jr. Jimmy leaves to cherish his memories his beautiful wife Chandra; loving son, Ace; his father, Jimmy Williams Sr.; two siblings, Anthony (Terri) McCray and Shalonda Hawkins (Tran Myers) and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends. 14 to Jul. Subscriber Verification(Must be Logged In Using Free Account). Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. Most recent obituaries in Maryland. On five different trips, Jimmy & Joan had the opportunity of ministering and teaching on the mission fields in Costa Rica and Guatemala. Jimmy Ray Williams Jr. was called to his heavenly home on July 7, 2022, at the age of 43. Jimmy was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on March 10, 1979. He is the son of Jimmy Williams Sr. and the late Bobby Jean Williams. Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. On Saturday, April 16, 2022, God called Pastor Jimmy Ray Williams home and he heard the words, Well done, my good and faithful servant. Hes home! My condolences to the family. He was 43 years old. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/seattle-cremation for the WILLIAMS family. After a whirlwind romance, he whisked her away from the country to the city seven weeks after her graduation, marrying her in Aiken SC and making their home in Augusta. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.. Cloudy with periods of rain. 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