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Henry Randall Williams, Sr. Battle Creek Henry "Hank" Randall Williams, Sr., 49, of Battle Creek, MI, died Monday, December 21, 2009 at his home in Battle Creek, MI. He was born March 03, 1960 in Hamilton, OH, the son of Henry Nelson Williams and Betty Delores (Hunt) Williams. He was a 1979 graduate of Battle Creek Central High School where he played basketball and football. He then attended Olivet College where he played basketball and football. He had been a driver for Battle Creek City Cab for over 23 years. He was also an assistant basketball coach for Battle Creek Central High School and the Battle Creek Knights. He will be greatly missed by his basketball family. Hank is survived by his wife of 14 years, Betty "Candy" Williams of Battle Creek, MI; daughter, Chanelle Williams of Battle Creek, MI; sons, Phillip Williams, Gregory Williams, Stephan Cotton II and Demareo Hodges, all of Battle Creek, MI, and Randall Dodson of Grand Rapids, MI; grandchildren, Kreasha, A'Mya, JaNa'e, Omunique, Cameron, Gregory Jr and Demarion; sisters, Sharon (Mike) Pashos of Battle Creek, MI, Janet (Richard) Cummings of Lansing, MI and Judy (David) Freeman of Battle Creek, MI; brothers, Nelson Alan of Middletown, OH, George Dorian of Battle Creek, MI, Gregory Williams Sr. (Monica Bowser) of Battle Creek, MI and Phillip "Scottie" (Marvis) Williams of Surprise, AZ; aunt, Marie Williams of Cleveland, OH; uncle, Terrell (Sue) Burton of Ann Arbor, MI; a host of nieces, nephews and friends; and his dog "Psycho". He was preceded in death by his parents and his sons, Henry Randall Williams, Jr. and Jarmel Hodges. He attended the New Beginnings Damascus Church. He loved to watch his sons play sports and enjoyed time with his family. He was an avid UofM fan and enjoyed going to sporting events there. He enjoyed working on cars and detailing cars. Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Sunday, December 27, 2009 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Monday, December 28, 2009 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 1 p.m. at the Maranatha Original Church of God with Pastor Jeffery P. Boggan of Way of Life Family Christian Center officiating. Burial will be at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Battle Creek, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to Cereal City Hoopsters. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service, a member by invitation Selected Independent Funeral Homes. (269)965-5145 www.bachmanhebble.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Dec. 27, 2009.

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Ronnie Mackey

January 12, 2010

Shocked to hear about Hank.
My deepest sympathy to the Williams family. May god bless you and comfort you in this time of need.
My thoughts and prayers will continue.

stacy howlett

January 4, 2010

to the williams family your in my prayers and my thoughts, i know we don't understand why but god knows why, but there is one thing we all have that was given to us from randy, and that was his lovin smile and ways and when we think of him you will sure ly smile as i do. love you brother-in-law.

Barbara Lett Jones

January 4, 2010

I would like to express my sincere condolences and prayers to the family of Randy Hank Williams. He was such a nice person always, he will be very missed. May the Lord be with you at this time & always, as he rests with the Lord above in peace.

Earl Lett

January 4, 2010

I'd like to extend my deepest sympathy to the Williams family. Randy was a very close friend of mine for many years and I will miss him dearly. May god bless all of you in this time of need.

January 1, 2010

dear williams family:
may god bless you and be in your hearts. frances coleman

January 1, 2010

I just wanted to send condolences to the family from the Lesley & Pulley III families.

Linda Jackson

December 31, 2009

Randy was such a caring individual, You will be missed.

Judith Jenkins

December 30, 2009

Dear Williams family,
my heart and prayers are surely with you. Randy was always a "a big sweetie". Although it's been years since I last saw him, he's the kind of person that won't be forgotten.
Love Judy Jenkins

Aaron Cusic

December 30, 2009

I am very saddened to have learned of my friends passing. We shared a lot of great times together as friends and coaching together. Some of my best memories are from our coaching days and traveling with the BC Knights. You will forever be in my thoughts "HANK". "A TRUE MICHIGAN MAN".

4th of July 2009

Barbara Sue Williams - Gainey

December 30, 2009

To My Michigan Family,

This is so hard. I’ll miss Randy so much! Sorry I could not make Randy's Home Going Service yesterday but I was there in Spirit. I’ll have the memories of our 4th of July 2009 to make me smile as I think of Randy and the family. I’ll smile when thinking about drinking coffee on Niki’s porch. Telling family stories old and new and laughing so hard that we cried. This has been a hard year with December being extra hard losing both Randy and Ronnie. I’m so proud of our family because I know we will stay strong and help each other through this part of our lives. Go to the Rock and God Bless. I love you all and I’ll see you July 4th 2010. I have attached the family picture from the 4th.

You’re D.C. Cousin,
Barbara Sue (smile) Williams-Gainey and Family

December 30, 2009

To the Williams family Randy was a very special person to are family, he will be truly missed are prayers and thought's are with you. Roger and Michelle Williams and sons Michael and mark

December 29, 2009

To the entire Williams family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and keep you during this time. Love Preston & Lisa

December 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sherry Boyce-White

December 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Glenda Gail McKinley

December 29, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathy

Janice (Dickerson) Alexander

December 29, 2009

To the Williams Family:

I'm sorry to hear about Randy. He was such a great person and always looked out for so many. As a former BCCHS athlete, Randy always had great advice! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Steven Embury

December 29, 2009

Candy, my thoughts are with you and your family. A lot of the BC post office people were saddened by the news. You both were very nice to me when I first started working there. Randy was one of a kind and a sweet man.

Gene Wiggins

December 29, 2009

I'm sorry to find out about Randy's passing. Love and Strength to all who morn this passing.

December 29, 2009

To the Williams Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. Randy will be greatly missed. May you have comfort in knowing that God is always in control "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning" (Psalm 30:5).
Love Lorraine Williams and Family

Ed Hodges

December 29, 2009

My I express my wife, and I deepest sympathies. This is a tough time for you all, it's never easy losing a father, son, brother, cousin, uncle close friend. I pray our father will provide you all with the comfort you need to get through this most difficult time. My wife, and I knew Randy very well and share in your sorrow. We send our blessings to the Williams family, and our Battle Creek family we all have lost a treasure.
Peace to you all.
Ed & Annette Hodges

December 29, 2009

I am at a complete loss for words but one thing i can say is that I love u and miss you already!!! i will never forget the thangs that you reminded me and Chanelle of constantly- we love you Paw paw-You will always be our "Mr. Jenkins"- Love KEe and Bunkee

Carmen (Smith) Fleming

December 29, 2009

I am so sorry to hear about Randy's passing. My heart and prayers goes out to his wife Candy and his family. Randy was loved by many and his smile will be truly missed. What has helped me in the pass, and still today is the scripture in Proverbs 3:5-Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Michelle Bridges

December 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Darlene Bradley/Robertson

December 29, 2009

To the entire Williams family. Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not fix. Look to Jesus. Love you all.

Settles' Family

December 29, 2009

We offer our sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you all in your time of grief.

Shandrea LeBlanc

December 29, 2009

Randy im goe always love and miss you like u were family i use to call u dad wheneva i needed a ride or somethin u was there now ur gone but you will never be forgotten by me.Prayers are with the family.I cherish every memory with you. ILY watch over me

Don Daniel

December 29, 2009

To the entire Williams family...I am sorry for your loss, may God's peace be with you. I will remember fondly the many conversations I had with Randy.

Johnny & Donyetta Fitzpatrick

December 29, 2009

Our prayers our with you & your family in this time of sorrow. May God continue to comfort you.

Charles Lewis

December 29, 2009

Sorry for the loss. God will see you through this. My prayers are with you. God bless the entire family.

Brenda May-Dixon

December 28, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will cherish our memories as your neighbor while growing up in B.C. - you always will be in our hearts. Our prayers go up for the Williams Family

From the May Family - Frances, Pat, Walt, and Brenda

Michelle Jackson

December 28, 2009

Wow. Life is too short, and we take life and love for granted. His life gone too soon, as with his sons. But in my heart I believe that Randy is in the arms of Jesus. We have that hope and promise. We will understand all the why's when we get to heaven. Randy, we love you, we'll see you in heaven. To the family, praying for you, stay strong and allow the Holy Comforter to comfort you during this tremendous loss in your family. Randy was so loved.

John Heil

December 28, 2009

Heartfelt sympathy to all loved ones !!! May the comfort of the promise of eternal life assure each of you with HOPE in the resurrection!!!

In His Name
John O. Heil

Patrica Thomas & Family

December 28, 2009

To the Williams Family, May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Randy was always there to give a helping hand. He will be truly missed.

Brian Brenda Chuckie Janette

December 28, 2009

From the Flemons family.Our deepest sympathy.May god bless you.

December 28, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Randy's death. He was a Great Bearcat and super person.

Steve Bundy

December 28, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Randy's death. He was a Great Bearcat and super person.

Faith Blythe Mindingall

December 28, 2009

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.

Lateeka, Zacareia and Deandro

December 28, 2009

My deepest condolences,to the Williams Family. Randy will be missed dearly. I have you in my every thought and prayer.Stay strong, like the family I know that you are.

James Gaither

December 28, 2009

To The Williams Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May the Lord continue to bless & comfort you.

James Gaither & Family

Dennis & Iris McKinley

December 28, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

DELLA BROWN

December 28, 2009

I will always concider you one of my best friends. you will be missed

Mich'elle Dawson

December 28, 2009

Randy will be missed but never forgotten. To the family you are in my heart and in my prayers. Remember to always Let Go and Let God, because he won't put more on you then you can bare.
I Love You All, Always Mich'elle and DeQuan

The Sweet Family

December 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shannon & Tamieka

December 28, 2009

We will always remember and love "Uncle Randy" as he'll always remain in our hearts and thoughts. Our prayer is that God will replace the void of this loss with His love in the hearts of the family. May His peace rest on each of you and give you strength during this time. Much love...Shannon and Tamieka "Baby Girl"

December 28, 2009

John and I send our prayers and condolences to the Williams family during this difficult time. I went to high school with Hank and he has always been a wonderful person. After many years, I recently had the pleasure of reconnecting with him and was happy to find that he had not changed; he was as wonderful as he'd always been. I pray that God will bless his soul and that he will rest in peace.

Arnease (Diggs) & John Bradford

Rochelle Hickman

December 28, 2009

To the Williams family ~ I am praying for you during this difficult time.

December 28, 2009

To the Williams family, Randy will truly be missed. May God keep you and comfort you during this time of grief. Randy's passing reminds all of us that life is short and it is what we make of it. His legacy will live on through those who knew him and loved him.

Be Blessed,
Winnie Wallace and family.

Rose Miller

December 28, 2009

Randy though gone, never forgotten. Williams family may God bless and keep you in this time of bereavement and may God continue to hold onto your hand and may you all remember that in spite of it all God will never let you all go. I thank God for allowing an angel to walk with us for these 49 years. His kind gestures and loving ways will never be forgotten.
(c/o "79")

Rose Miller

December 28, 2009

Randy, your gentle nature and fun loving ways will never be forgotten. Family an angel has visited us and now been called home it is for us to continue the legacy that he left. May God continue to look over the family and supply your needs. Be blessed
(c/o "79") Battle Creek MI

Cindy Roddy

December 28, 2009

My condolences go out to the Williams family. We went to high school and it was always a pleasure to see Randy throughout the years. May God watch over you in this time of sorrow.

Nanette Richardson/Lofton

December 28, 2009

I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother,father and friend.You're all in my prayers.God's speed to you all

The James Armstrong Family

December 28, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

LaSonya Eady/Wynne

December 28, 2009

The Eady Family will like to give our condolences to the entire family in their time of grief. Randy will truly be missed he was a good person that is loved by many and he truly was a good friend, May The Lord hold you all in your time of sorrow

Larry & Paula Haywood

December 28, 2009

To the Williams family may God comfort you during this difficult time.

Dian Cantrell

December 28, 2009

To the Williams family:

I am so sorry for your recent loss. I pray that you allow G-d to give you comfort. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

An old family friend
Dian Cantrell

michael stanton

December 28, 2009

May god bless you in this time of sorrow, I had the chance to work with henry for alot of years and he was a great co-worker and a dear friend that will be dearly missed around city cab. we had a great time working with each other when he was having a bad day I always had a chance to help him out and he always told me that I saved him but he is the one to save me because I get a sense of satisfaction of helping him when he needed it.

Tammy Fisher

December 27, 2009

Our thoughts, love and prayers are with the family. Randy will "TRULY" be missed.
Tammy and Malcolm Fisher

Emily Johnson

December 27, 2009

To the Williams family,may God bless and comfort you during your time of sorrow.

Emily Johnson & Family

December 27, 2009

May the Lord comfort The Williams family in your time of bereavement. We go a long way back, you will be in our thoughts and prayers
The Zinn Family, Gordon & Monica
Sagamore Hills,Ohio

December 27, 2009

To the Williams family, may God comfort you through this time of sorrow. May god bless your family always.

Emily Johnson & Family

Cynthia Webb-Rodriguez

December 27, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Melvin & Darryl Paul

December 27, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Patty Perry

December 27, 2009

To the family of Mr. Randy William. I pray that God will sustain you and continue to keep you in his care. Always remember how Randy made you laugh and the long talks that you had with him. You loved Randy very much, but God loved him best. My prayers are with the family and remember that God is the wind beneath your wings. May God keep you in his care.

Tina Morris

December 27, 2009

To the family of Randy Williams. May God keep you and comfort you at this time. We are so sorry about Randy. Everytime you see him you just see his beautiful smile. He was a very sweet person we all grew up together. May you all look unto the hills where your stength come from. May God Bless. Tina Morris and Family.

RHONDA THACKER

December 27, 2009

TO THE WILLIAMS FAMILY, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF GRIEF, ALTHOUGH WE NEVER REALLY UNDERSTAND WHY BUT GOD DOESN'T MAKE MISTAKES, RANDY WAS A GOOD GUY AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM AS SUCH,HE WILL BE MISSED TRULY AND MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE REST OF HIS FAMILY,CANDY TRUST THAT GOD WILL PULL YOU THRU BE STRONG AND GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Felicia Welch-Reevers

December 27, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Felicia Welch-Reevers and the Welch Family

Ronald" Dickey" Hoyt SR.

December 27, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

ms.terry gordon

December 27, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

ms terry gordon

December 27, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

December 27, 2009

My prayers, thoughts and love are with all of you at this time. May your memories bring you confort.

Though I don't see or speak with you often, please know I will forever love you all as family.

~Carliss
Dayton, Ohio

Paul & Rica Sharp

December 27, 2009

Our prayer and condolescenes go out to the entire family during this time of bereavement and sorrow. It has been a rough year for you but remember God will never put more on you than you can bear.

Percy Bean Jr.

December 27, 2009

From the Bean Family we are praying for you and may God bless you at your time of need.

ms.terry gordon

December 27, 2009

my prayers thoughts and blessing to you and your family

Darla Moore

December 27, 2009

I am truly saddened by the sudden death of Randy. I will keep the family in my prayers.

Sandra Nesbitt

December 27, 2009

To the Williams family: May God ever so gently hold your heavy hearts in his loving hands and comfort each of you as only he can. We often ask the question why? But God has a time for each one of his children to come home and rest. Randy, I'll miss your beautiful smile that you'd give me as we pass on the streets....Rest in Peace my friend and classmate.

Johnson Wiggins Family

December 27, 2009

May the Williams family find comfort through prayers and memories.

Donna Fry-Brown

December 27, 2009

To the Williams family: My heart goes out to all of you, at this most difficult time.Our hearts are truly broken. He has been a part of our family for as long as I can remember. From my sons to my Mom he was always that great friend that you could depend on. He will be missed but never forgotten. May the many memories help to get you through. Love to you all.

Donna Fry-Brown
and the Fry Family
Atlanta and Battle Creek

Jeff and LaKeisha Gill

December 27, 2009

The Gill Family would like to offer their sincere condolences. Randy will be missed. You are in our prayers!!

JEFFERY & SHANNON WILLIAMS

December 27, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ms. Janice Bradley

December 27, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Reggie LaGrand and Family

December 27, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Randy, "Hank" was a good man and friend.

Destinny & Christopher Woodson

December 27, 2009

Your in our thoughts and prayers

George L. Knox II

December 27, 2009

I do not know all the right words to say, my condolences goes out to the Williams family. Randall, turely will be missed, he was a personal friend of mine, a man with a good heart. I will always remember the good times we shared together. God bless his soul and rest in peace my friend. God give the family the strength to make it throught a difficult time.

Lorraine Smith

December 27, 2009

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.

John & Mattie Satterfield

December 27, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Betty and James Armstrong

December 27, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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