Photo courtesy of J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg
Nov 23, 1934 - Jul 17, 2025
My condolences to the family. Mr. Whit was a very nice person that love to make people laugh.
Shirl Garner
July 29, 2025 | Petersburg, VA | Friend
My deepest condolences to the family. I was proud to be his nephew. My uncle was a great man. I thank you for all the beautiful memories you gave me. More importantly how to be the man I’m today. Thank you for making this world a better place to be.
Ronald Williams
July 25, 2025 | Wesley Chapel, FL | Family
To Mrs. Nancy, my friend Andrea, and the rest of the lovely Williams family, I send my sincerest condolences. I know your love for Jesus and each other is supporting you during this difficult time. May God bless you and comfort you.
Walicia Bonner-Cole
July 24, 2025 | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Caprice Dodson
July 24, 2025 | Hopewell, VA | Acquaintance
I loved my uncle, and he loved us! I always enjoyed my talks with him about his father. He would always help you out if you needed him. I have immense respect for the man!! Rest, now, Uncle.
Rowland Williams
July 24, 2025 | N Chesterfield, VA | Family
Prayers and condolences to the family and friends; God bless ; knew him while growing up in Pin Oaks; always had a kind word and smile; the Edmonds family
Cynthia Edmonds
July 23, 2025 | Petersburg, VA | Acquaintance
Mr. Whit,
Never in a million years did I think speaking to you in Hardees on July 9th would be the last time. As a kid growing up in Pin Oaks, I remember you being our maintenance man. You were always a nice person. May you rest in peace and may God comfort your family.
"Nay Nay"
July 23, 2025 | Prince George, VA
The Swearingen family sends our deepest condolences to Williams family.
Tiffany Swearingen
July 23, 2025 | Chesterfield, VA | Friend
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the family. God will provide the strength and help that you need. Always remember that He is there in the time of need. Love Always the Parham Family
Terry Parham
July 22, 2025 | Ford, VA | Friend
Whit Williams II, 90, of Ford, VA, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s residence on July 17, 2025.
Born on November 23, 1934, in Bertie County, North Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late Whit and Sadie McNeal Williams. Whit was one of eleven children and was preceded in death by: Marie, Clarence, Paul, James, Jonathan, Randolph, Benjamin, and Robert.
Whit is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Nancy Williams; and their nine devoted children, Shirley Gray, Whit Williams III, Margie Brooks (Lawrence) Angela Patterson, Faith Thomas (Wayne), Daniel Williams, Tony Williams, Mark Williams, and Andrea Williams. He also leaves behind two loving sisters, Doris Tucker and Janie Lee Boykins; three sisters-in-law, Blanche James, Sandra Williams, and Dorothy Williams; twelve grandchildren, Shawntay, Jay, Alleen (Aaron), Philip, Allen (Yvonne) Crystal, Cory, Asia, Teyonna, Elijah, Imani, and Abraham; thirteen great grandchildren, Dwan, Camryn, Enniyah, Nevaeh, Sevion, Camron, Uriyus, Aaron, Austin, Cory, Ali, Landon and Jade; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Each morning, Whit began his day with prayer, followed by a phone call to his two eldest daughters and then he’d enjoy his favorite bowl of oatmeal. Every night, he would say to Mom, “We are blessed.” Even during times when they weren’t feeling their best, those simple words gave her strength and encouraged her to keep going.
Whit, affectionately known as “Pop Whit”, brought joy, laughter, and flair everywhere he went. He was known for his sharp fashion sense, especially his signature hats and his booming, cheerful presence. Whether cracking jokes, making others smile, or simply sitting at Hardee’s enjoying time with his friends (The Hardee’s Boys) Rev. Leon Giles, Gerald Mitchell, Freddie Taylor, Fred Holden, Walter Sykes, Leon Crawford, Raymond Scott, Mike Raigns, Doc Holloway, Michael Kates, James Branch, Chucky Goode, Ron Jarratt, Joseph Dickens, Leonard Langford, Edward Bracie and Andy Furrow. Special thanks to Robin Epps, General Manager of Hardee’s for her kindness towards our father. He lived life with a warmth that will never be forgotten.
After retiring from the Petersburg Redevelopment and Housing Authority with over thirty years of service, he enjoyed the simple pleasures of life surrounded by family and friends. Most importantly, he knew Jesus Christ, and his life was a reflection of faith, strength, and love.
He leaves a legacy of family, laughter, and love that will continue to echo for generations.
Services will be held 2:00 P.M., Friday, July 25, 2025, at the Chapel of the J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc, 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Leon Giles, eulogist, the Rev. Dr. Rebecca Branch Griffin, officiant. The interment to follow at Dinwiddie Memorial Park.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, watch the funeral services live online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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