Franklin-WILLIAMS-Obituary

Franklin G. WILLIAMS

Yorktown, Virginia

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YORKTOWN - F. Grayson Williams, 88, of Yorktown, Va., died peacefully at home on July 26, 2012.Grayson was born on Feb. 28, 1924, in Hampton, Va., to the late Charles Franklin Williams and Toano Vaiden Strange. He graduated from Newport News High School, where he earned the Julian Gordon trophy...

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To Nancy and all the family, I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Grayson first when he coached at York; and then got to know him again as an adult when I discovered my best friend, Louisa, was his sister-in-law. He was always at the center of every gathering or party, making everyone feel welcome and at home, sharing a laugh. May God comfort you all and help you remember all the good Grayson brought into our lives.

To say I am blessed to have had you as my uncle, teacher and friend would be an understatement. I grew up with confidence because of the encouragment you gave me. You always told me I could do anything I set my mind to. I became a teacher because of you. All of my life I dreaded this day, but you assured me you were ready to go. It is all of us left behind who have lost, but you left us all with so much to carry on with. I know you are in the arms of God because your goodness shined through...

Beth, I will miss his phone calls, sharing a joke, and what he's cooking good to eat and then asking "If he can speak with his Little Girl". He loved you very very much, I cannot imagine how much you will miss him but he will always be with you in memory and heart. Love you!

Beth, Mark, and family, My deepest sympathy for the both of you and your family. He will forever remain in your hearts. He was a very special person to each and everyone that had the opportunity to know him. God Bless and take care of Mommy (Nancy)

Grayson Williams gave everyone "his heart and soul." He loved everyone which included pets and critters. The sparkle in his eyes showed the happiness which depicted his life. And in his finest hour he was lovingly taking care of his wife and still smiling! God Bless Grayson and his family.

I cant tell you how saddened I was to hear of Coach William's passing..what a sweet sweet soul this man was...I can only imagine the loss that his family is feeling at this moment...I adored him as a Coach a friend and a teacher...just one of the nicest and most remarkable men to be close to.. thanks coach for the wonderful memories

Coach Williams taught me and all of my brothers and sisters to drive. He coached some of my brothers. He was always kind, and never critical. I'll always remember him for that. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I still practice so many things he taught to this very day.
God bless you all and we'll be keeping you and yours in our prayers. Donation to Go Rescue Pet adoption has been made in Mr. Williams name.

What would I give for getting one more of his hugs, seeing the twinkle in his eyes, hearing his teasing, listening to one of his stories, or basking in his contagious, huge laugh! How could I have missed out on so many years? Life takes us in so many directions, and this is an example of how much we end up missing important people. I so love Grayson Williams! He was so much fun to be around, even making drivers' education an adventure. He always made me feel special and loved, no matter...

A truely unforgettable man. Never saw him when he didn't have a smile and a hug for me. He had a way of making you feel like there was no one else more important to him than you. I'll miss him and am so glad I knew him. God's peace to his family left behind.