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Toby Williams Obituary

Williams, Toby



Toby Williams, a lifelong resident of Albuquerque, and a current resident of Eastland, Texas, passed away Saturday, July 15, 2017, after a short illness. Toby enjoyed wood sculpting and won first, second and third place for his skills in the Eastland Art Community in 2011. As well, he enjoyed furniture refinishing and nature photography.



Toby was preceded in death by his parents, Francis A. and Marie E. Williams and sister, Rebecca ( Becky) .



Toby is survived by his wife, Dawn and her daughter, Sheila and her son, Cameron Rice of Eastland, TX.; Dawn's daughter, Lisa and husband Rod Williams and their son, Jake of Las Vegas, NV. Toby is also survived by his daughter, Mindy Williams of St. Louis, MO; brothers, David, Terry, Steve and Kevin; as well as many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends who loved and will miss him.

Toby requested no memorial services, cards or flowers; rather, memorial contributions can be made to, American Cancer Society, PO Box 42040, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-3000.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Albuquerque Journal on Jul. 23, 2017.

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Joyce Phillips walker

July 17, 2020

Remembering Toby in memory of his friend and my brother Barry Phillips who passed Sept., 2019 ! Sure theyve reconnected in their forever home to share a few laughs ! God Bless !

Kaitlin (Williams) Behnke

September 23, 2017

I'll always love Uncle Toby. His sense of humor was hilarious but he was also so loving and sincere. I remember so many family get togethers where he'd always be the master of the barbecue. We have a home movie where he was showing us his rock collection from the surrounding area, and I just love how he always had something interesting to share with us. I'm extremely fortunate to say that two of our kids, Stephen and Silas, got to meet him, walk around the house he renovated, and marvel at his wildflower gardens in the backyard. I'm reminded of his laugh and the feeling of his hugs every time I look at the wood carving he made and gave to us during our latest visit. Toby will forever hold a special place in my heart, that's for sure. Love you very much Uncle Toby.

Joyce Phillips -Walker

July 23, 2017

So sorry to hear of Toby's passing ! Have fond memories of his friendship with my brother Barry and their time at MHS and their enlistment in the Navy ! Sincere sympathy to his wife and family !

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