James Williams

I´m sorry Katie for your loss (sorry to be late). My condolences. Unfortunately I know the feeling. Juan Elías

On behalf of Jim's wife Carol, and his kids Katie (me), Kevin, Jeanne, and Patricia, thanks to each of you for sharing your thoughts. Your memories are consoling and make us smile (and sometimes tear up). Our Dad cared deeply about people at his work, volunteer organizations, community, neighbors, and family. It's so sweet to hear from some of you who last worked with him so many years ago. We wish we could thank you each individually but can't figure out how on this site. Thanks to...

On behalf of Jim's wife Carol, and his kids, Katie, Kevin, Jeanne, and Patricia, and all the grandkids and extended family, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who sent condolences and memories. I can't figure out how to thank you each personally on this site, but your thoughts and memories are deeply consoling, make us laugh, make us smile. We know how much Dad cared for people, whether at his office, prisons, at volunteer organizations, neighbors, church, community, or the crazy friends...

Mr Williams promoted me to FPO II against his better judgement after wise counsel by SPOs Slater, Chard and Wozna. I always cringed a little when I would answer the phone and hear "Hi Dick. This is Kathy (Van Buren). Could you please hold for Mr Williams?" Kathy seemed to be a kind intermediary for our discussions. Mr Williams did change my life for the better even though we were both equally stubborn. He was experienced and knew his way around the Division. In return, he got quality parole...

I was Jim's secretary when he was central NY area supervisor. Sad to learn of his passing. Kathy Van Buren

Jim hired me at Clinton, against the superintendents wishes. He was a good role model of professionalism.

So happy to have known such a kind funny man. My condolences to his great familyHoping all your memories will ease the loss

My prayers for his family I work with Jim and Parole and he was always a kind, intelligent gentleman. I also worked with Jim after his retirement with. OMC A professional organization for retired Supervisors.