Mr. John Edward Williams of 575 Carriage Hill Road, Elloree, SC died on February 25, 2015 at the Regional Medical Center, Orangeburg.
John, the son of Neomia and the late Wilbur Williams, was born February 25, 1950, and entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 25, 2015.
He graduated from Elloree Training School and received his Associate Degree from Denmark Technical College in Auto Diesel Mechanic. He was a successful farmer, auto diesel mechanic and landscaper in the surrounding communities and has helped many, many families in many ways.
At an early age, he accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior and became a member of Granger Baptist Church where he served in many capacities. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge.
He was united in marriage to Olar Louise Moorer on March 3, 1981.
He was preceded in death by one son; Steven T. Williams and two brothers; Harold Williams and Wilbur Aiken.
He leaves to cherish fond memories a loving and devoted wife, Mrs. Olar Louise Moorer Williams of the home; mother, Mrs. Neomia Williams of Elloree, SC; three daughters, Arlette Moorer and Tiffany Williams of Lawrenceville, GA, Denise (Vincent) Brunson, Orangeburg, SC; one son, Belford (Patricia) Shingle of Salinas, CA; one brother, Larry Williams of Elloree, SC; one daughter-in-law, Maritza Williams of Bridgeport, CT; five granddaughters, Zahria Austin of Lawrenceville, GA, Franchesca Thomas and Jaylin Shingle of Salinas, CA; Myla Williams, Bridgeport, CT, Shanyiah Brunson, Orangeburg, SC; one grandson, Deontrey Williams, Orangeburg, SC; nine sisters-in-law; eight brothers-in-law; three aunts; two uncles; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and special hunting friends.
Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon on Tuesday, March 3, 2015 at Granger Baptist Church, 280 Carriage Hill Road, Elloree with the Rev. Dr. Edward Prince, Pastor and Rev. Joseph Cobin officiating. The casket will be placed in the church at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation at Williams Funeral Home will be held from 2:00 to 7:00 PM on Monday, March 2, 2015.
Friends may call at the residence of his mother, Mrs. Neomia Williams, located at 171 Essary Lane, Elloree or the funeral home.