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Brian Keith Williams Oct. 18, 1964 - Oct. 8, 2015 SOUTH BEND - Brian Keith Williams, 50, departed this life Thursday, October 8, 2015 at the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Brian was born to the union of Osker and Lois (Breveard) Williams in South Bend, IN on October 18, 1964. Brian is survived by his daughter, Brianna Williams of Atlanta, GA; fianc‚, Carol Pounds and her children, L'Roi and Jesse Pounds of Milwaukee, WI; mother, Lois Williams of South Bend; grandmother, Corrine Miller of South Bend; one sister, Kristen (Anthony) Patterson of Niles, MI; two brothers, Osker "Rick" (Latonja) Williams of South Bend and Craig Williams of Logansport, IN; a special brother, Anthony Herron of Plymouth, IN; three grandchildren; Godson, Craig Williams, Jr. and a host of nieces and nephews. Brian was preceded in death by his father, Osker Williams. Brian lived most of his life in South Bend moving to Milwaukee eight years ago. He was employed by Rexnard of Milwaukee as a crane operator. He was a member of New Creation Church Ministry in Milwaukee, WI. He enjoyed participating in fantasy football leagues and was an avid fan of the Chicago Bears and Syracuse Orangemen. Services for Brian will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at 12:00 PM at the New Life Fellowship Ministry Church, 2301 W. Dubail Street, South Bend, IN 46613. Apostle Charles E. Harris, Sr. will preside over the services. Friends may visit with the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will take place at Southlawn Cemetery in South Bend. Contributions in memory of Brian may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by South Bend Tribune on Oct. 13, 2015.

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Larry & Yolanda Green

October 24, 2015

Praying for the family. Brian was such a nice person, he will truly be missed. RIP

October 19, 2015

My deepest sympathy to your family. May the GOD of all Comfort, help you to endure. 2Corth.1:3,4. P.F.

Rene Breveard

October 16, 2015

Blessings to the family and peace be with you all.

Eric Redmon

October 15, 2015

To the Family...My heart felt condolences go out to you...Brian will truly be missed...i remember our good times on Sheridan St. And at New Hope...R.I.P Brian!

Regina Robinson

October 15, 2015

To our Brother B We will miss u an we will always remember the good times we had with u an Carol To the Family an Carol Stay Strong an ALWAYS put GOD first we LOVE u B R.I.P Regina an Jr.

Stephanie Smith

October 15, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Brian was a wonderful person, and will forever be remembered.

October 15, 2015

Sending condolences to The Williams Family. Rest In Peace Brian, thank you for such great memories. Gone but never forgotten.
Vonnie Jones

R. Diana Gadson-Jennings

October 15, 2015

To the family, I was so very sorry to hear about Brian's passing. I hadn't seen him in years, but we were all one family at New Hope. Brian, Ricky and Craig, you couldn't say one name without saying all the others. Praying with you all at this time.

Jean Hudgins

October 15, 2015

My deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Williams family. May God continue to Bless & strengthen each of you in this time of sorrow.

October 15, 2015

Prayers for Family R.I.J.

Donna Gatson

October 14, 2015

Praying for the family of Brian Williams you are always in my heart R.I.P. Love you always!!

Chezelle Tinzley

October 14, 2015

Blessed are those who grieve for they shall be given comfort. Be strong Williams Family.

Jackie Jackson

October 14, 2015

Sending prayers to the Williams Family Brian was such a great person I've known him since I was 17 he's always been a Fun,Loving person. He will truly be missed may God bless you all R.I.H my friend.

October 14, 2015

My prayers to the Williams family.
SammyBetts

craig williams

October 14, 2015

I want to thank everyone for their prayer for my family. It's good to know that my brother was loved, not by just his immediate family but by his church family ( New hope ) but by people he's come across alon g the way. He will be forever missed. Thanks to everyone.

Cheri Jones

October 14, 2015

Our thoughts, prayers n condolences go out to the entire Williams family. God is n control! ♡ Cheri, Glenda, Jackie n Leesa

denise Taylor

October 13, 2015

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

Bettie Redmon

October 13, 2015

To the Family of Brian Williams:
Be encouraged that know that Brian's many, many friends are praying for you. He was always like one of our brothers who grew up with us. Even though we didn't see him every day, he will always be part of the tapestry of the Redmon and Coleman families.

Rest in peace, Brian. Well done!

Tommy & Beverly Betts

October 13, 2015

Prayers to the Williams family. May the good Lord bring you comfort. We will keep you in our prayers.

shay fultz

October 13, 2015

my prayers go out to the williams family and my cousin bri uncle brian was like a uncle to me he was a great father rip love u unc....

morrell jones

October 13, 2015

To the entire williams family my heart and prayers goes out to you in this time of sorrow, ive known the family for a long time growing up in new hope church brian , r.i.p. you will be missed.

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