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Elton Williams Obituary

Elton "EJ" Williams, 82, of Gulfport passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2011 in Gulfport.

EJ was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was also a member of the Local 568 Pipefitters Union in Gulfport. He coached Women's Slow Pitch Softball from 1972 to 1981.

He enjoyed dancing playing golf, and spending time with his family.

He will be greatly missed.

EJ was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara "Bobbie" Wilson Williams; parents, Arthur and Viola Haas Williams; brothers, Ariel and Ausvel Williams; and sisters, Zelda Fenton Mosley.

Survivors include his children, Michael (Cheryl) Williams of Gulfport, Vicki (Bobby) Davis of Saucier, Robin (Jeff) Lloyd of LaPlace, LA, Vanessa (Pete) Grundy of Saucier, Ruth Sison of Gulfport, and Jeffrey Williams of Gulfport; raised niece, Stephanie Williams Hatter of Graham, Washington; sister, Eula Marie Meyers of Vancleave; brother, Alvin Williams of Biloxi; grandchildren, Traye Lynch, Jarred and Brandon Williams, Megan Lloyd Vandenborre, Gareth Lloyd, Brent Sison, Taylor Grundy, Jacob , Jenna, Sean, and Greg Williams, Stephanie Lazemby, Michelle Walker, and Danny Davis; great grandchildren, Brittney Ladner, Kara and Andrew Sison, Renee and Austin Michaels, Savanna and Rylee Davis, and Davis and Donna Walker.

A visitation for family and friends will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, May 8, 2011 at RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd, Gulfport.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, with visitation one hour prior, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Depew Rd, Gulfport.

Burial will follow at Gulf Pines Memorial Gardens, Long Beach.

By request of the family, donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church Building Fund, 12290 Depew Road Gulfport, MS 39503-2725.

Memories may be shared at www.riemannfamily.com.





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Published by The Sun Herald on May 7, 2011.

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Jennifer Williams

May 14, 2011

Jeff, I hate it that you had to miss the funeral.....I showed the kids their Grandpa's obituary picture and I will bookmark it for you to see when you come home to Kentucky. We love you, Jennifer, Jenna, Greg and Sean Michael Williams

Tammy Stagg

May 13, 2011

Vanessa, I pray that you and your family are doing better and know that your father is watching over you as an angel. I'm sure he is missed, but one day you will be able to see him again

RUSTY& JACKIE MILES

May 9, 2011

Vanessa we are very sorry to hear of your fathers death. please accept our condolences, and know that you and your family are in our prayers. we love ya..

Ken, John McKelvain

May 8, 2011

Ruth, Brent, and family, we offer our prayers, thoughts and love to you.

DEBBIE & GUSSIE LAMEY

May 8, 2011

RUTHIE, MY ENTIRE FAMILY SENDS LOVE AND PRAYERS TO YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME. WE ALL LOVE YOU AND ARE HERE IF YOU NEED ANYTHING.

Jamie Heaton

May 8, 2011

Vicki and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father! Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! Let me know if you need anything or if there is anything that I can do! Your dad was a precious man and will be missed my many. I hope that your wonderful memories will get you through this tough time! Just know that he is smiling down on you!

Susan Ladner Bankston

May 7, 2011

Vicki & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. May God wrap his arms around all of you and get you through this time of sorrow.Your Dad's memories will always be yours and will help get you through this time.
My prayers are with you,

Miriam Bieber

May 7, 2011

We're sorry for your loss and wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Our Lord and Father grant you all strength and peace. The Bieber Family

The Staff of Riemann Family Funeral Homes

May 7, 2011

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