James "Pappy" D. Williams, 94, peacefully passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023 at the Silver Treasures ALF, where he was lovingly cared for since 2021 thru his final days. James was born in Macclenny, FL in 1929.
James was a Railroad and City of Jax retiree for over 30 years.
He is survived by sons, James Daniel "Danny" Williams, Jr.(Taty), and Michael D Williams; daughters, Constance Yousef, Debbie Rennau, and Melanie Tyner; ten grandchildren, JD Williams, Joe Yousef, Ricky Kwasniewski(Mia), Tracey Hutchinson(Ernie), Wendy Cortinas (Ian), Jennifer Garmon (Mike), Sheila Posey (Scotty), Andrew Cagle, Desiree Rennau and Randy Rennau. He is also survived by 24 great grandchildren and soon to be 25. He is also survived by 2 sisters, Iris Thompson and Mary Cleveland; and nephew, David Christian(Linda).
James met and wed his bride, Barbara, who was the love of his life, and they were married for 62 plus years until her passing in May of 2020.
James is also preceded in death by his parents, George P. Williams and Nettie Davis; daughter, Cathy Bell; granddaughter, Stacy Kwasnieski; and 2 sons in law, Russ Rennau and Jerry Tyner.
A graveside service for James will be held on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 1:00 at Riverside Memorial Park, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Williams family.
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