Gerry was the head basketball coach at Bishop Sullivan High School when I transferred there in 10th grade. Hard to believe he was only 30yrs years old.  His personality and enthusiasm for the game was unmatched!  Thank you for the memories Coach Williams.  We will always treasure our time with you.

You forgot to mention he was a rock star.  He made a 45 in 1977 that everyone at St, Aloysius elementary had a copy of.  RIP Buzz

Dear Mary and Family:  
So sorry to hear about 
Buzzy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mary Ehrensing and the Lagattuta Family

Dear Williams family, 
I was extremely sad to read about Gerald's death. We were in the same class at St. Aloysius and he is forever in my photo albums on the top row of all of our class pictures. I was always on the bottom. I had the pleasure of sitting next to him(if memory serves)in Sr. Louise(Louie) Mary's class in the 8th grade. After receiving 2 consecutive "talks excessively" on my report card, my parents insisted I be moved. I will always remember Gerald's husky laugh and humorous antics towards other classmates. With heartfelt sympathy I am praying for all of you.

Dear Lori,

It was an honor to be invited to Gerry's services with you and your wonderful family.  Although we did not know him well, it is very clear that he was an outstanding man who loved his family and lived his life with God by his side.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you to help heal your broken heart.

Love,

Lori & Family,
Our heart goes out to you as you mourn the loss of Gerry.  He fought a good fight and endured until God called him home. We have hope that one day we will see him again.  We are also encouraged that he is no longer suffering and is safe in the arms of Jesus...Billy & Tina McDaniel

Mary Baier, Mary Jane, "Hap" and Lori,
Randy and I were so sorry to read of "Buzz's" death. I know he had fought a courageous battle and is now in God's loving arms with no more pain and suffering. I know he will be missed by so many !!!!!!!!!!! I will always remember Buzz for his humor and happy smile. Unfortunately time and distance has kept family from seeing each other as often as I would wish but please know we share in your grief and extend our deepest sympathy
With Love, 
Emily Wray, Randy and Emily

I worked at Ricoh with Gerry for many years.  I consider him one of my mentors and still keep a coin in my desk that he gave me many years ago.  It reads "Lead with Action" and I think that personifies Gerry in so many areas of his life, be it participant, coach, husband, father, boss, co worker or friend.  I know he made me a better person and I'm sure everyone reading this feels the same. He will truly be missed by many that he has impacted during his life.  
My thoughts and prayers are with his family that he loved so much.

My heart is heavy, and my eyes full of tears as I mourn the loss of  my friend.  Gerry was a very generous and caring person.  He had a tremendous impact on my life. My family never met him, but they know him as the coach who taught me how to shoot a basketball, and that changed my life forever.  He was a great teacher of basketball and life.  I was blessed to have him as a coach from 7th grade at St. Aloysius through my Senior year at Catholic High. He was a great mentor to many of us during that time in our lives.  He will be missed, but I will always cherish the memories of my friend and coach. The feeling of loss is heavy, but I take comfort knowing that my brother in Christ is in Heaven this day.  His family is in our prayers.

To the Williams family my sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this time so sorry Mary .........


                                                                   Roy R.Rice (Denham Springs La.)

Gerry was an amazing guy full of happiness. He is gone but never ever forgotten. He will always have a special place in my heart. Love you Lori

My sincerest condolences.  Gerry and I worked together many years at IKON and I will always remember Gerry fondly.  He was a great person with a big heart and I was fortunate to be part of his work life.  He was a great inspiration, thank you Gerry!

Our sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "Buzz" was a big part of our family for many years and we are blessed to have so many happy memories. 
Norbert, Jackie, Doug, John & Beth Schexnayder
Baton Rouge, Louisiana

I am very sadden to hear about Gerald.  Gerald played basketball together in middle and High School, and my father, D.R., coached both of us in 7th grade (when we won the championship.  My family will keep Gerald in our prayers.

I worked with Gerry a short time at IKON/RICOH. One thing is for sure he had a larger than life presence and he will be missed. My deepest sympathies to his family!

Lori, My Thoughts and Prayers are with You and your Family. You are a Very Special Friend (Sister) to me, Gerry was a very Kind,Loving Man that will be missed Dearly.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.  "Buzz" coached me when I was at St. Aloysius and he was considered a true friend of our family.  May he rest in peace.

While it has been a while since we had regular contact, Gerry has always remained a dear friend and brother.  He was a great guy, a good friend, a talented musician and a great best friend and "best man" when I married. I spent many an entire weekend with him in HS and College. We shared a mutual love for music and in doing so I grew to know and love his family as if they were my own.  While we have been apart all these years, I am glad to know how loved he was by family and friends.  

I send my love and gratitude to all his Baton Rouge family and Tampa family for allowing me to be a part of his life.  Indeed he was a wonderful Grandson, son, brother, husband, father, uncle and all round dear man in the lives of so many. 

Blessings,
David and Tricia Planche

After oh so many years, I still remember the smile, I remember the laugh, I remember the football & basketball we played together.... he will surely be missed. 
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

Lorie, I am so sorry. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. Gerry was very kind. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to spend time with y'all during my visit. I wish there was something I could say or do to take away the pain. I pray the Lord gives you peace and comfort during this time.

Dearest Mary and family, I am thinking of you and only wish I knew the perfect thing to say but can only tell you how special you have always been to me and that you and your family are all in my thoughts and prayers now more than ever. Wish I could be there to help comfort you. All my love to you and our deepest sympathy to each of you.
Jackie and Sam Higdon

Dear Mimi, Malyne and I want you to know how sorry we are for your loss. Buzz will be missed. We both love you bunches and hope to visit you soon. If you need anything don't hesitate to call me.
Love, Madelyne, Lyle, Malyne and Jonathan Peak

My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Gerry was very caring and generous. Though it was over 30 years ago, I will never forget the lessons he taught me. He was not only a mentor, but a friend. My heart is heavy today.

My heart aches for the loving Williams family . I wish I could hug you Mary but please know you are in our thoughts and prayers,Gerry will now find peace and love in Gods arms. Paulette Mayeux and Family

Dear Ms. Mary and family, we were so sorry to hear about Gerry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of his family.
Our Deepest Sympathy & Love
The Garza's

Dear Ms. Mary,  We are all so sorry to read the sad news. I too remember playing with Buzzy, Nonnie, and Happy along with Kahne Strickland and the Vernon Bahlingers. We all had so much fun playing "kick the can" on many a summer evening. Memories I will never forget.  Our love and prayers to the entire family. 
 Much love, Ann Bahlinger Bernard and  the Marion Bahlinger Family

Lorie...so sorry to hear about Gerry....Praying God will surround you and your family with His tender love..  We don't understand now...but we will understand it better one day...

My dear brother Gerry,  thank you for everything you have done for me in the past but most of all thank you for loving my sister and her he boys.  You are now in a place that will be your home forever. I love you and will see you some day once again.

My deepest condolences to my sister-in-law, Lori Williams and the rest of the family at this time. Gerry was always as good as gold to be around and Heaven welcomed home one of the most genuinely good spirited men that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. May the Spirit of God comfort you during this time. Remember all the good times and know that we all will be reunited again one day! God bless you all!

I go back a long way with remembering Gerry.  He moved next door to us when he was about 2 or 3.  My daughter, Kahne Strickland McDowell, Gerry and Mary Jane played every day until time to come in for the night.  He was a treasure to me, little Buzzy, and a blessing for his family.  We don't understand God's reasoning for why things happen but we trust His will for our lives.  Be so happy God gave him to you for as long as He did.  Prayers for you all.

Uncle Gerry will forever be missed. He was the definition of a true gentleman with a kind, sweet soul. I am grateful to know him.To the rest of the family, I love you and I am thinking about you.

Lorie and family, once again we are saying goodbye on this side to someone we all loved and cherished.  Once again, we may not understand.  But God knows and cares for us all. This life is just a place we're passing through.  It is not our home.  I pray each day we are all striving to make Heaven our eternal home.  I only knew him briefly, but what a lasting impression he has made and left.  May he rest in peace with the Lord.  Thank you Gerry for the memories.  We'll see you on the other side.

OBITUARY

Mr. Gerald Marbre Williams Jr.

August 5, 1958 – May 23, 2014

Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Carrollwood

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