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Donald Williams "Don"
Departed this life on Tuesday, February 9, 2016 after a battle with cancer. He was 76 years old. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy "Dottie" Williams for 45 years. Devoted father of daughters Monica Williams, Tracey (Williams) Wright and son-in-law Andre Wright and son Derek Williams. Loving grandfather of Taylor and Brandon Wright and loving brother of Irene and brother-in law Stephen Young of New Orleans, LA. He was preceded in death by his mother Thelma (Seraile) Mills, father Frank Williams and other beloved family members. He was a remarkable man with an incredible sense of humor who was very much loved and will be deeply missed.The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 18, 2016 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Coleville United Methodist Church, 52 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20904. Interment immediately follows at Parklawn Memorial Park, 12800 Veirs Mill Road, Rockville, MD 20853.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Donald''s name to Montgomery Hospice at www.montgomeryhospice.org or by check to "Montgomery Hospice," 1355 Piccard Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850.
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Geraldine Slater
March 2, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the Williams family.May Our Lord hold you especially close in your time of bereavement. Rest in heavenly peace Donald.
Donna Epps
February 23, 2016
My condolences to the Family. Don was my first mentor at FERC, and I will be forever grateful for his guidance and instructions. He was willing to share his knowledge to anyone who wanted to learn. God Bless You All! Peace
Cheryl A Seraile
February 22, 2016
My condolences to Dottie and the family. I remember Don's generosity, good, humor, and curiosity. I always enjoyed how he was happy to share his knowledge of poetry, history and art. I will miss him.
HERMAN LEE SR
February 17, 2016
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. CLASS OF '57
Odessa Shannon
February 17, 2016
God be with you.
February 16, 2016
On behalf of Collins Funeral Home I offer my sincere sympathy and condolences in the loss of your loved one. If there is anything I can do to help you through this process and journey, please do not hesitate to call me. Rev. Keith Miller (Staff Chaplain Collins Funeral Home)
William Seraile
February 15, 2016
Dottie and children
The Seraile family in Harlem mourns the loss of cousin Don. We will miss his wit , his humor and his "friend" Leroy
February 15, 2016
My condolences to the Williams family. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May our Lord Jesus Christ and his Father our God, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm during your grieving process.
(2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
Patricia Rogers
February 15, 2016
Dearest Dottie and Family,
I remember taking classes at Dillard University in 1960 with your beloved husband in English studies. He had returned from London where he had studied and was impressive in literary contributions to our class.
When I came to Washington in the early sixties I connected with the alumni from Dillard. It is with sadness I have learned from Charline of the passing of Donald and Franklin Hodges in a matter of several days.
Thank you for sharing your rich and blessed lives with our community in the Washington setting. We have lived to see our President Barack Obama serve for two elections. Your husband and you were seated at the table with my daughter Robin and I at the last time I attended the annual Dillard Brunch at the Navy yard. I have those pictures of your family members. You shared details of your South African trip and inspired us with your travels and exposure after the Mandela homeland activities.
We wish we could be with you but health concerns prevent us from travel at this time. God keep you in his care and we have great memories of happy days. My love to you and your blessed family.
Patricia Bryant Rogers
Robin Renata Rogers
Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Community
Midway Park, North Carolina
2016
Nicole Clark
February 15, 2016
Missing you Uncle Don but taking comfort knowing that you are resting in peace.
Charles Lincoln
February 15, 2016
My prayers are in behalf of the Williams family in their loss of Don. May God supply you with fortitude and give you power beyond what is normal to help you endure. Don will be sorely missed.
February 11, 2016
My sincere condolences for your loss. Take comfort in Gods promise to comfort all who draw close to him. PSALMS 65: 2.
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