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Harry Williams Obituary

Harry Clifton "Cliff" Williams, Sr. CHARLESTON - Harry Clifton "Cliff" Williams, Sr., 63, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 27, 2015. The relatives and friends of Cliff Williams are invited to attend his Funeral Service at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, March 3, 2015, at the James A. McAlister Chapel. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends this Monday evening between 5:00 and 7:00 PM at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy. His guestbook may be signed at www.JamesAMcAlister.com. Cliff was born January 9, 1952, in Charleston, SC, son of Clayton M. and Lena A. Williams. He was a lifelong resident of Charleston and attended Stono Park Elementary School, St. Andrews Junior High School and St. Andrews Parish High School ,where he graduated in 1970. He also attended the College of Charleston and Trident Technical College. For many years, Cliff and his family owned and operated the Goodie House Restaurant on Calhoun Street, where Cliff could be found cooking the best hash browns, chili and cheeseburgers in Charleston. After retiring from the Goodie House, Cliff went on to work at MUSC for many years. He was a proud former member of the Air Force Reserves and was also a member of Seacoast Church in West Ashley. Other than spending time with his grandson and family, his greatest passions were deer hunting and fishing but, according to his brother C.M., "Cliff was not very good at either one." Cliff is survived by his mother, Lena A. Williams; his two children, Harry C. Williams, Jr. and his fiance;e, Avery Sygrove, and Danielle Williams; his grandson, River; his brother C. M. Williams and his wife, Marilyn; his nephews, numerous cousins and many other great friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Clayton M. Williams, Sr. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Seacoast Church West Ashley Campus, 2049 Savannah Highway, Charleston SC 29407 or to the American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 1 to Mar. 3, 2015.

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Joanne Christopher

March 8, 2015

I will miss Cliff's sweet smile and gentle spirit.
May God give your peace during this time.

March 4, 2015

To our dear friends, Cliff & CM, working at the bank next door to your restaurant was a joy. Remember my wedding at the beach when I married Ashur( my Poet). I miss you guys - you'll always be in our hearts. Margie & Ashur Patz

March 4, 2015

Dear Marilyn and CM,
I have great memories of Cliff from when I worked at Belks many moons ago and our group of friends hung out every weekend, playing scrabble and watching movies! We then reconnected when we took our nephew, Parker, to BoyScouts and Cliffs son was in our troop...fun times and good memories .....Love to you all. Elaine "James" Goodh and Mike Gooch

Sandie Coons

March 4, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about Cliff today. I will remember him always.
God bless all of you.

Linda B Jarriel

March 4, 2015

So sorry to read about Cliff this morning. I would love to talk to you - it's been too long. Please call me.

Bowman Gray

March 2, 2015

He and CM kept me and many other C of C kids alive when we were broke and starving. He was a good man.

March 2, 2015

CM, you and Cliff will always be our hearts with such great memories. We tried to get in touch with both of you when we moved back to Charleston. Call us at 904-716-2474 ( Margie & Ashur Patz)

Cynthia Nirenblatt

March 2, 2015

Dear Cliff's family, I want you to know how much I looked forward to getting up early to grab a bite of yumminess and laughter at The Goodie House before classes or even during a break between them. (That pecan pie was the best!!!) I was sad when the restaurant closed and I'm heartbroken now at the loss of your precious father, son, brother and uncle. Your whole family is in our thoughts, hearts and prayers.

Nancy Mattern

March 2, 2015

Marilyn, CM, Ernie, Clay and Cameron---we are thinking of all of you and lifting you up in our prayers. Nancy, JP and Jordan

Sarah Dennis Ford

March 2, 2015

CM and Williams Family,

Our thought's and prayers are with you, Marilyn,your mother and Cliff's family.

Sarah & Al

March 2, 2015

CM,
Please know how much we hold you and your family in our hearts
Sam and Ginna Dalton

Richard Koger

March 2, 2015

You are in God's hands now my old friend . As long as one of us who knew you is alive you will always be with us in our hearts. Rest my friend. We will all meet again.

Skip Martin

March 2, 2015

CM - You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I know Cliff will be missed by all who knew him. Skip Martin.

Barbara and Pat Beasley

March 2, 2015

Lena, CM and families-

We are thinking of you!

Your old neighbors and family.

Deborah Stokes

March 2, 2015

My prayers for Cliff's family. He was a really good guy.

Alice Robinson

March 1, 2015

I have gotten to know Cliff over the years. He is a good man and he will be missed by many. He would come over to visit Denise & play with Honey dog.

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