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Brian Williams Obituary
SYRACUSE - Brian D. Williams, age 59, of Willseyville, died Thursday afternoon, October 2nd, 2008, at SUNY Upstate. Brian was born in Cardiff, Wales, the son of Betty Williams and the late Clifford Williams.
Brian was employed by H&R Block in Ithaca, where he was a tax preparer. He enjoyed spending his free time with his family, sitting by campfires, and cooking. He also was an avid horse racing fan.
Survivors include his wife, Sharon Williams; two stepsons, Adam Tierney and Brian (Satticia Allen) Tierney; two grandchildren; a brother, Les (Ramona) Williams; mother-in-law, Lily Newton; a brother-in-law, Kenneth E. Newton; a sister-in-law, Debbie Hartman; three aunts, Babs, Ivy, and Joyce; and several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service will be held at Lily Newton's home on Saturday, October 11th from 6 to 8 p.m. Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Herson Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the SUNY Upstate Medical University, Neurosurgery Unit.
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michele b H&R Block
October 15, 2008
Brian tried his best, and did what he could for those he loved. I know his dream has been realized and he's happy. Sympathies to his family.
Kristine Stupke
October 13, 2008
HE will be missed greatly by me....and not working with him at H&R Block.
Connie Clark
October 7, 2008
My sympathies go to Brian's family. I worked with Brian at H&R Block.
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