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Williams, Walter C.

Sunday, August 12, 2007

Walter Charles Williams, 69, of Hopewell died Sunday, August 12, 2007 in the Veterans Hospital in Richmond, VA. Mr. Williams was born in Hammond, In and following his military retirement made his home in Hopewell, VA. He was a member of VFW Post #637, American Legion #146, Prince George Masonic Lodge AF&AM, the ACCA Temple and retired from the U.S. Army as a Sergeant First Class. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Kenneth and Eleanor Bourrell Williams, his wife, Ethel Ann Thompson Williams, a grandson, Benjamin Nicely and a brother, Gene Williams. He is survived by two daughters, Donna W. Nicely of Waverly, Lois A. Williams of Hopewell and a son, Louis C. Williams also of Hopewell, five grandchildren, Amanda L. Williams, Aliea A. Nicely, Katelyn Williams, Jeffery Williams and Branden L. Nicely. A Masonic service will be held Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at 7:00 PM in the Hopewell Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Service with visitation following until 8:30 PM. A graveside service with full military honors will be held Wednesday, August 15, 2007 at 2:00 PM in Merchants Hope Memorial Gardens, with the Rev. Randy Hawkins, pastor of Newville Baptist Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 2680, North Canton, Ohio, 44720. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com


Condolences

I was privileged to know Chuck Williams. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He was a great listener, and I am sorry to say it has a been a long time since we had talked.

He was lucky to have a loving family, and many friends in the community. He will be missed.

Posted by: Gayle Lanning at August 17, 2007 10:20 PM

I was shocked to hear of your loss. May happy memories carry you through. Chuck was a wonderful person always pleasant, professional and truly a gentleman. Find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well-lived life.

Mary Adediran
CBU/AMCE

Posted by: Mary Adediran at August 15, 2007 04:55 PM

Louis, Donna & Lois Our Deepest Sympathies are with you. God will be with you to help you Through this very difficult time. Uncle Chuck has given to alot of people some fond memories. We will all cherish them! They are ours forever!

Posted by: Laura Schatz at August 15, 2007 04:13 PM

Charlie.

My Dad told me of your father's passing. I am sorry to hear of your family's loss.

With Deepest Sympathy.
Amanda "Mandy" Sprague Simmons

Posted by: Amanda Simmons at August 14, 2007 08:57 PM

To the Williams' family -
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Chuck was a very kind and thoughtful person, truly genuine. He will most certainly be missed.
May the memories you hold dear to your heart help you through this difficult time.

Stephanie Thompson & Michelle Dewell

Posted by: Stephanie Thompson at August 14, 2007 02:55 PM

We are deeply saddened by Chuck's death. Chuck was a very special member of our family at New Venture Christian Fellowship. He will be missed very much by all of us.

Posted by: Beverly & Buddy Whitmore at August 14, 2007 10:29 AM

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. "Chuck" was a wonderful friend and co-worker. He had a way to make you laugh. My prayers will be with your family. Know that he is at peace now.

Posted by: Bertie Eddy at August 14, 2007 09:27 AM

We spoke with Chuck on Thursday and he sounded in good spirits. JD and I are shocked and sadded. Chuck was truly very well thought of by his DeCA family...he will be missed.

Anne Terrell

Posted by: JD"Johnny"Fenessy at August 14, 2007 09:12 AM

I wish to extend my condolences to the Williams family. I worked with Chuck for quite a few years and always enjoyed our unique conversations. He had a way of putting sanity into an insane world. He will be sorely missed by all.

Evelyn Shaffer
DeCA/PMOI

Posted by: Evelyn Shaffer at August 14, 2007 09:09 AM

May peace be with you Chuck, and all of your family and friends. You will truly be missed.

Posted by: Melissa DiBacco at August 14, 2007 09:03 AM

My prayers and sympathy are with the family in your time of grief and loss. Chuck was a very nice friend and DeCA co-worker, always cheerful and interesting to talk with. He is truly missed.

Posted by: Anne McWilliams at August 14, 2007 09:03 AM

I was so sorry to hear about your loss. "Chuck" was a wonderful friend and co-worker. He had a way to make you laugh. My prayers will be with your family. Know that he is at peace now.

Posted by: Bertue Eddt at August 14, 2007 08:58 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with you.
He will be missed.

Posted by: Harry Salvat at August 14, 2007 08:43 AM

To the Williams Family, Chuck was always very sweet to me and he talked of his family often. I just spoke with him on August 9, he again was very sweet and upbeat. He was a true asset to DeCA and to friendship. I pray for your strength at this difficult time and wish you peace.

Posted by: Paula Bolster at August 14, 2007 08:32 AM

My deepest sorrow for your loss. Chuck and I started working for DeCA in the mail room in 1991 and enjoyed many days together. He was a good friend and truly will be missed. May God Bless.

Harry Sowers
DeCA DOLP

Posted by: Harry Sowers at August 14, 2007 08:08 AM

May God bless your family in this time of loss. Chuck was very witty and could always make us smile here at DeCA HQ.

Posted by: Andy Lawrence at August 14, 2007 08:08 AM

May the Lord comfort you during this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.

Marie Nellist

Posted by: Marie Nellist at August 14, 2007 07:54 AM

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May God bless your family during this time of sorrow and know he is in a much better place now.

Posted by: Bernae Gordon at August 14, 2007 07:41 AM

May God bless you and your family during your time of sorrow. Chuck has gone to a better place and to join Ethel. He was very special to me because he was also a friend of my father, also retired military. His smiling face will truly be missed at DeCA and everywhere else he made his "secondary" home.

Posted by: Rita jackson at August 14, 2007 07:41 AM

To the Williams family. I am so sorry for your loss. Chuck was a very special person that will truly be missed. He touched every one he came in contact with in some special way.

Posted by: Kathy Lyon at August 14, 2007 07:41 AM

Thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of Chuck. Chuck was a great guy. He always talked and laughed with everyone. He will be missed.

Posted by: Teri Sorrell at August 14, 2007 07:36 AM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you and your family find strength to make it through this difficult time.

Rodney & Denver

Posted by: Rodney & Denver Tolley at August 13, 2007 10:13 PM

Louis, May your friends and family, along with the help of God, suround you during this time of loss.

Gene Poats
IBEW Local Union 50

Posted by: Gene Poats at August 13, 2007 05:05 PM

May the love of God surround you during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Posted by: Nick & Linda Sullivan at August 13, 2007 02:31 PM

Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. Chuck was a very special member of the DeCA family and we'll miss him very much. May God be with you all during this time of grief.

Posted by: Edna Hoogewind at August 13, 2007 01:53 PM

I am extremely sorry for your loss. I was at the VA Friday morning and stopped in and spent some time with Chuck. I am glad that I had the opportunity to visit when I did.

Posted by: Jack Moye at August 13, 2007 11:07 AM

He had just stop by to say hello to his co-workers 3 weeks ago. It was always a pleasure to see him. Chuck will be truely missed by the Deca family. For the family, I am so sorry for your loss. May the peace of our Lord be with you all.

Posted by: R. Cheatham at August 13, 2007 10:53 AM

From my family to yours our heart felt condolence to the Family of Walter "Chuck" Williams.
He was a part of the DeCA family and will be truly missed.

Jim Williams
ManTech\DeCA
VTC Operations

Posted by: Jim Williams at August 13, 2007 10:40 AM

I am sorry for your loss and may god bless you in your family during this time of grief.

Posted by: Collett Elder at August 13, 2007 09:16 AM

I am very sorry for your loss.


S.L. Keith
IBEW Local Union 50

Posted by: S.L. Keith at August 13, 2007 07:54 AM

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