Dr. Sebron B. Williams

Dr. Sebron B. Williams, 86, passed away on February 22, 2012 in Pasadena, Texas. He is survived by his wife Mary Jo Williams; Son, Randy and his wife Crystal Williams; grandchildren, Stephen Williams and Kristen and her husband Marcus Villalovos; and a great-granddaughter, Madisyn, all of Deer Park and numerous other relatives. He is preceded in death by his parents Belton and Florence Williams; brothers, L.W. Williams and Charles Williams; and a sister, Marie Williams. Dr. Williams served in the US Army and was drafted as a private in WWII. He was discharged as a First Lieutenant after being commissioned. His combat experience was in the Pacific—Leyte and Okinawa where he received the prestigious recognition of a Bronze Star and Purple Heart Award. Additionally, he received the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with one Bronze Star. His Academic training was impressive. Dr. Williams received a Bachelor's Degree in Government, History and Administration, his Masters in Education in Psychology-Counseling and Guidance, and his Doctorate of Education in Psychology-Counseling and Guidance, all from North Texas State University. In addition, he attended several other Universities, including: East Texas Baptist in Marshall, The University of Texas in Austin, East Texas State in Commerce, Los Angeles State in California, Texas Technological in Lubbock, and the University of Houston. Dr. Williams was deeply involved in the communities in which he lived and active in many professional, civic and educational organizations throughout his life. He was President of Midland County Teacher's Association, past President of District IV (Houston) Texas State Teacher's Association with a membership of 27,000 teachers and administrators, Presidential Nominee for Texas Personnel and guidance Association and the Junior Achievement Award, Houston District. His professional memberships included: Texas Association of School Administrators, American Personnel and Guidance Association, Texas State Teacher' Association (life), Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, Phi Delta Kappa, American Association of School Administrators, Texas Association of Psychologists, and the Houston Psychological Association. Additionally, Dr. Williams held several leadership roles, including: Administrative consultant to the National Council for Teachers and Mathematics Conference in Dallas, member of the State vocational-Technical Educational Advisory Committee, consultant in planning the guidance counseling programs for school systems in Texas, sponsored by the Texas Education Agency in Austin, Governors Commission-Psychologist License, and the Board of Directors-GRETA. Dr. Williams was an active member of his church, PTA and PTO Life member, Rotary Club, Council for Hard of Hearing and Deaf, and the Council for Mentally Retarded. His Professional Certificates were numerous. He was an Elementary Teacher, Secondary Teacher, Counselor, Psychologist (licensed by the Texas State board of Psychologists), Supervisor, Principal and Superintendent. His Professional Career began in the classroom teaching first grade while working towards his BA at North Texas State University. Later, teaching for Marshall Public Schools for three years and then teaching Educational and Child Psychology at Laredo Junior College for two and a half years, where he also served as Academic Dean and Registrar. Dr. Williams first served as a counselor for the Harlingen Public Schools. His responsibilities encompassed educational and vocational counseling. After serving two years in Harlingen, Dr. Williams Accepted the Director of Counseling Services for Midland Public Schools. He was responsible for the services of 36 schools and over 26,000 students. The next role Dr. Williams accepted was as a First Assistant Superintendent with the Big Springs Independent School District, where he was involved in all areas of academia from grades one through twelve. Following his three years in Big Springs, Dr. Williams moved to Deer Park and accepted the role of Superintendent for the Deer Park Independent School District. He served in this capacity for nearly 15 years. Later in his career, Dr. Williams joined the staff of Houston Baptist University, where he served as Dean of College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, Director of Teaching Certification, Director of Psychological Licensing, and Director of Academic Testing. Dr. Williams had a long prestigious career in the academic field during his lifetime. His contributions have been vast and meaningful to all of the lives he touched, most especially the time he spent with family at the ranch. He will be deeply missed by many. Family and Friends are welcome to visit from 5-8 P.M. Sunday, February 26, 2012 in the Chapel at the Grand View Funeral Home, 8501 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, Texas 77505. Funeral Services will follow on Monday, 11:00 A.M. at Deer Park First Baptist Church, 438 East 8th Street, Deer Park, Texas 77536. Brother Shelton Lawson will officiate. Interment will take place in the Meditation Estates of Grand View Cemetery. Please visit www.grandviewfunerals.com to sign the online guestbook and express your condolences to Dr. Williams' family.