John Maurice Williams

John Maurice Williams March 21, 1944-August 30, 2025 John Maurice Williams, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Greenbriar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Palestine, Texas. John was born on March 21, 1944 in Alice, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents and leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and quiet strength. He is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara Ann Williams; step-daughters Janice Lynn Lopez and her husband, Anthony (Tony) Lopez, of Palestine, Texas, and Mia Y. Bauer of Anderson, Indiana; and step-son David and wife Barbara Nelson and children of Corsicana, Texas. He is also survived by his brother, James Williams of Bryant, Texas. Johns' extended family includes step-grandchildren Courtney Renee and her husband Danny Jackson, of Dallas, Texas; Nathan Clyde and Kayla Powell, both of Palestine, Texas; and Jesse Wade and his wife, Ashil Danelle Armstrong, of Pendleton, Indiana. He was a proud step-great grandfather to Azeril Powell of Palestine, Texas; and Isaiah James, Elijah Washington, Katarina Rose, and Alana Pearl Armstrong of Pendleton, Indiana. John proudly served his country in the United States Army as helicopter mechanic from November 1968-March 31, 1971. After completing his service, he loyally worked for the city of Palestine, Texas in the sanitation department for 15 years before retiring, dedicating himself to his work and family. He had a deep love for classic Westerns and Hallmark movies, which he often enjoyed watching with his sweet loving wife, Barbara. In their younger years, the two shared his passion for collecting antique firearms and spent many weekends traveling together in the local area to gun shows in Texas. In his later years, as his health declined, John resided with his step-daughter Janice and her husband Tony, who lovingly cared for him. Despite his challenges, he remained devoted to his wife, making daily visits to see her at the nursing home in Palestine, Texas. There, they shared many Dr. Pepper's and lunch each day, often watching Hallmark movies together--keeping their special bond alive through simple, meaningful moments. John's quiet presence and warmth matched that of his wife Barbara and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. 

You may send flowers or cards to Bailey and Foster Funeral home or to his step-daughter and husbands address at P.O. Box 182, 225 W. Farm 321, Montalba, TX 75853.