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. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. After retiring from Colonial, Cecil worked in the Shipping/Receiving at University Hospital, retiring for the second time after twelve years of service. Jimmy was a kind soul who loved to pass on his knowledge to the next generation. Gabriel is survived by his son Gabriel Otero Jr., grandkids Gabriel, Grace, Gwyn and Aiden, siblings; Joanne (Harold) Harter Robert (Tammy) Otero, Nephew Derek and Niece Allyson, great uncle to Titus, Julius, Lily and MacKenzie. Low 57F. On April 11th, 1969, they became the proud parents of their daughter Rhonda. We were all better for having you around, Jimmy. Jimmy Jr. was a one of a kind and genuine man that possessed a smile that would light up all he came in contact with. Outside of working at Eastman or on the farm, Jimmy enjoyed golfing with Nancy, family, and friends and taking vacation trips to Myrtle Beach. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. 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. "What a sad reminder this is to not take anything for granted. 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! Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. 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. He loved taking things apart and rebuilding them. https://t.co/aVI3Hbq1C8. "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. INVESTIGATIVE UNIT: Rape victim ordered to pay her abuser child support. 1924 - 2023 World War II veteran Raymond George Hensel peacefully passed away in Tacoma, Washington, from There are no words to describe the impact this man had on our school and our lives," Episcopal said in a statement announcing his death. He continued to excel on the football field as a Commodore, being named to the Freshman All-SEC Team for his contributions as a running back and later earning All-SEC Team honors for his role as a cornerback. Vanderbilt football lands commit from London Humphreys, 3-star CPA receiver, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. ", Football coach Clark Lea said he hosted Williams, his wife Chandra and son Ace at his home on Wednesday. Graveside services will be held on April 16 at 2 p.m at the Williams Cemetery. 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. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. Getty Former Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jimmy Williams has died at age 43. Gabriel graduated from Williams High School in 1975, where he participated in basketball and football. Create a Notice. Click on the bell icon to manage your notifications at any time. Learning of his passing hurts so badly. 2023 www.tennessean.com. Jimmy was born August 9, 1937 in Oklahoma City where he was adopted by William (Bill) and Alice 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. Jimmy will then be laid to rest at Sunset Memory Gardens in Mint Hill, NC. Pastor Jimmy was married to Joan Simmons Williams for 50+ years and is the father of son, Shannon Williams (Sharon), and daughter, Tonya Bartlett (John), and papa to five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation was held on Monday, February 27th 2023 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Valhalla Funeral Home (8730 Sims Rd, Eight Mile, AL 36613). Obituary James Calvin Williams, Sr. resident of Wilmer, Alabama passed away on February 23, 2023, he was born on June 29, 1943. "The 49ers mourn the passing of alumni Jimmy Williams," the team said in a statement. Arson off Plank Road leaves vacant home total loss, Lilly plans to slash some insulin prices, expand cost cap. Obituaries can vary in the amount of information they contain, but many of them are genealogical goldmines, and then Eastman Kodak in January 1966. Newspaper Obituary and Death Notice St. Louis Post-Dispatch (MO) - Tuesday, April 27, 1993 Deceased Name: Walter A celebration of life to immediately follow at the Sultana Theater. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neptunesociety.com/location/seattle-cremation for the WILLIAMS family. GA 30803. During his 35 year civil service career with NASA, Jimmy served on programs from Apollo to the Space Shuttle and was heavily involved in rocket testing. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. WILLIAMS, Jimmy D. Age 88, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2022. JIMMY WILLIAMS OBITUARY Jimmy George Williams Summerville - Jimmy George Williams, 84, of Summerville, SC, husband of Peggy A. O'Neal Williams, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020. Contact her at agerson@gannett.com or on Twitter @aria_gerson. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, two brothers, and his grandson, Jason Deason. Visiting home to attend a party, he noticed a childhood neighbor who became the love of his life. Jimmy was born at his childhood home, in the Copper Creek Community of Scott County Virginia, on August 24th, 1945, to Cura Andrew and Minnie France Williams. An email message containing instructions on how to reset your password has been sent to the e-mail address listed on your account. He loved sports, with baseball holding a special place in his heart. A mix of clouds and sun during the morning will give way to cloudy skies this afternoon. You all are in my prayers. He retired in 2006, finishing his career with 151 tackles, three interceptions and 13 pass breakups. Jimmy Williams, a former Vanderbilt Commodores football player who also spent time in the NFL, died on Friday, according to multiple reports. Avera, Bowling Green, Huge 4th inning powers St. John's past LSU women's basketball climbs in final AP LSU women's basketball climbs in final AP poll, No. All rights reserved. Former Seattle Seahawks captain and cornerback Jimmy Williams was found dead on July 8. Gabriel James Otero, Uncle Stuff, 66, of Williams passed away at his home Jan. 11 on what was his mother's 91st birthday. "Our organization sends its condolences to his wife, Chandra, and the entire Williams family." He never met a stranger, was always positive, encouraging, and optimistic, and was well known for his sense of humor, humility, wisdom, and for joyfully living out each day the Lord gave him. 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. "I am blessed to have been student-athletes and friends with Jimmy Williams. Standard text messaging rates apply. 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. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. He cared so much for these kids.". He graduated from Gate City High School in 1963 and immediately went to work at a Coca-Cola bottling plant in Kingsport TN. He then drove a school bus for Richmond County for a year before he starting driving for the Bob Richards Auto Group, retiring for the third time in February, 2020. Mon-Fri, 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. 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. He was 43. 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). Write your message of sympathy today. As a boy he worked in the fields near his home, helping to raise crops and maintain livestock. The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Waldens UMC Cemetery Fund, c/o Patricia Kitchens, 1304 Hadden Pond Rd, Avera GA 30803 OR to Golden Harvest Food Bank, 3310 Commerce Dr, Augusta GA 30909 or by visiting www.goldenharvest.organd clicking on the Donate tab. He was always looking to find ways to make our team better. As a teenager, he also worked during the summer months with his dad at General Shale Brick. He was 43. Williams would enjoy a six-year NFL career and eventually play for a Super Bowl with the Seattle Seahawks. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Webhas stone here by wife, but is buried James Williams Daily Journal (Park Hills, MO) - Tuesday, September 13, 2011 Deceased Name: James Williams: Inmate dies of natural causes A Potosi Correctional Center inmate has died. "I saw him as an athlete in high school and saw him play professionally. Find your ancestry info and recent death notices for relatives and friends. As a young man, Cecil accepted Gods free gift of salvation through His son, Jesus Christ, and served him in the fellowship of Waldens United Methodist Church in Avera. That same year, Williams was inducted into the hall of fame at Baton Rouge Episcopal, his high school alma mater. Trusted local news leader for Williams AZ and the Grand Canyon. Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. He was always tinkering and fixin thingstaking it apart and putting it back together, and always having extra parts when he finished. To plant trees in memory, please visit the, I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Jimmy. 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. 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. THE FORECAST He got his start at Eastman in Kodel and then worked thereafter in Cellulose Esters Division as a chemical operator, crew trainer, utility operator, maintenance coordinator, and relief supervisor. Always resourceful and ingenious, he parlayed his skills into a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from Mississippi State University. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. After four years with the program, Williams was a sixth-round draft pick in 2001 who spent sixyears in the NFL with the Seahawks and49ers. James grew to manhood in the Almena community. Pastor Jimmy also served and ministered in the prison ministry for 25 years. Published by The Advocate from Jul. In 2001, Jimmy was drafted into the National Football League by the Buffalo Bills. "I got to watch his circle of life," Episcopal football coach Travis Bourgeois said. God makes NO MISTAKES in NOTHING HE DOES WITHOUT A WARNING. Episcopal great Jimmy Williams dies at the age of 43 July 08, 2022 8:35 PM in Sports Source: WBRZ-TV By: Michael Cauble Share: Baton Rouge and the Episcopal Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Jimmy Wayne Williams. Jimmy was born on September 23, 1933, to the late Luther and Pearl Williams in Charlotte, North Carolina. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Would you like to offer James Calvin Williams Sr.s loved ones a condolence message? Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. "My heart hurts as I write this," athletics director Candice Lee wrote on Twitter. Beefier police presence planned at football game after BRPD chief got into scuffle while making arrest near campus. RIP, Jimmy. He complimented the family's resilience through "an excruciatingly difficult and painful experience.". Jimmy was born August 13, 1940. 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. Seafood restaurant reduced to pile of rubble after early-morning fire, Roughly 200 employees abruptly laid off at Electronic Arts' Baton Rouge office. He was 43 years old. I want his sweet family to know we love him and them.". Jimmy Williams, one of the greatest Vanderbilt football players in history and an All-SEC cornerback, died Friday. He was 43. Williams had recently suffered from an illness, according to The Advocate in Baton Rouge. Additional details weren't immediately available. Vanderbilt declined to provide cause of death, citing the family's wishes. Heated council meeting in Iberville Parish over CO2 possibly being stored underground Deputies investigating murder-suicide in Denham Springs, St. John's big inning hands Southeastern second straight loss, Coach Kim Mulkey talks LSU's record-tying season. 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