Carl Robert Williams

WILLIAMS Carl Robert Williams, age 82, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2012 in Avon Park, Florida. Mr. Williams was born in Columbus, Ohio to Walter and Naomi Zeitler and later was adopted by Edward and May Williams. A graduate of Ohio State University and Anderson University Seminary, he spent over 30 years ministering to congregations in Indiana, Michigan, Florida, Missouri, Pennsylvania and Ohio as a pastor for the Church of God. He was an active barbershop choir member in Ohio and Florida. He had been a resident of Avon Park since 2003 having moved from Columbus, Ohio. He is survived by his children, Larry Williams (Patty) of Baltimore, Maryland and their children, Anthony and Lauren; Donald Williams (Terri) of Beaver, Pennsylvania and their children, Hannah and Phillip; Carla Moore (Greg) of Cincinnati, Ohio and their child, Jamie. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Donna Lou (Chapman) Williams. Arrangements were handled by STEPHENSON-NELSON FUNERAL HOME in Avon Park, Florida. A memorial service will be held at a date yet to be determined in Columbus, Ohio. www.stephensonnelsonfh.com