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Joe Williams Obituary
A service will take place Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. followed by a viewing at 12:30 p.m. at Faith Christian Community; 4240 Wisconsin Street, Anchorage, AK. The graveside service will take place at 3:00 p.m. at the Fort Richardson National Cemetery.
Joe moved to Anchorage, Alaska at the age of 11. He graduated from East Anchorage High School in 1967. Joe was drafted in the United States Army in 1968 and served in the Vietnam War. He was stationed in Seoul Korea for 2 years prior to receiving his honorable discharge.
Joe is preceded in death by his Father, Joe Williams, Sr.; his sister, Mary C. Kelly and his brother, Timothy R. Williams.
Joe leaves behind his devoted wife, Paula J. Williams; sons Ryan Anthony Williams and Levernie Nelson Crosby; his Mother Velma (Ray) Williams; brothers, Leslie J. Williams and John A. Williams; sisters, Susie A. Smith, Bessie Mae Fields-Gaines, Pauline Coutee, Fellon L. Brandt (Robert), Alpha Hawk (Charles); and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Our beloved Joe was a devoted husband; father, brother, uncle, cousin, nephew and friend. He will be missed dearly by everyone that ever knew him. His passing though this earth below will always be honored, cherished and remembered.
Arrangements are with Janssen's Evergreen Memorial Chapel; to view the online memorial and sign the guestbook visit www.janssenfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joe Williams
Jean Carlson-Mykleby
June 18, 2012
Hi Paula,
A Washburn High School Class of "70" student would like to send her condolences. You probably don't remember me, but I want to send a note in your time of sorrow to let you know that even someone you barely know still cares how you are doing and sends you peace. Sincerely,
Jean (Carlson) Mykleby
Tammy Cinnamon
June 17, 2012
My condolences to the Williams family. I had the pleasure of working with Joe at Alaska District for 2 1/2 yrs. Joe was very helpful to me during my work in ConOps, but most of all I will always remember him for his great smile and kind heart. He was liked by all and will be dearly missed. My prayers are with you all.
June 17, 2012
To Paula and family:
I send to you my condolences and prayers for strength during this time of adjustment and sorrow. And as reminder that you never forget that the next level of existance only allows us to share within the engery of god and to be with those we have loved and those we do. Stay strong, this will soon pass and you will be joined again under the light.
Elaine Glanton Dyer (Washburn High School 1970, Minneapolis, Minnesota)
Deborah Morse-Kahn
June 16, 2012
To our friend Paula, and to all the Williams family, we send our greatest condolences, and light to surround you in peace. - Deborah Morse-Kahn (Debbie Kahn) & Tom Koehler, for the Washburn High School Class of 1970, Minneapolis MN
Some Great Friends-
Bud Caress
June 14, 2012
My condolences to all the Williams family and friends of Joe. I shared may enjoyable days of golf with Joe, a true friend and fine sportsman with a great sense of humor. We all will miss our friend Joe Williams Jr.
Bud Caress (Anchorage, AK.)
Nancy Smith
June 14, 2012
My prayers go to the family of Joe Williams, Jr. I pray God send his strength, comfort, and healing to all of your hearts. I love you all, and you're in my prayers!
Peggy Smith
June 13, 2012
Ryan, you have our sincere sympathy in the loss of your father.If there is anything we can do please let us know.My prayers also go to your mother(Linda).We will be praying for you both. God Bless You. Your Uncle Elliott &Aunt Peggy
from Louisiana.
Tammy Perry
June 13, 2012
My condolences to Joe's family and friends, may God's encouraging arms wrap around you in this time of sorrow. I had the pleasure of working with this man while at the Army Corps of Engineers--what a wealth of knowledge and what a friend. His smile, his cowboy hat and that special way of walking down the hallway always made me smile. Yes, Joe will be missed and I am glad I had the opportunity to know him here on earth and look forward to meeting him again one day.
Yvette Davis
June 12, 2012
I worked with Joe from 1992 - 2004 while I was at the District HR Office. Joe was no stranger to HR and loved to give me a hard time. He was such a happy person that it was contagious. Whenever I saw him coming my direction, his smile and cowboy walk brighten my day. I knew a hug and laughter would follow. He was always - Just Joe - no pretense. When Ryan was born and he became a father, the love he gave intensified. Joe was a special dad and coworker.
Dawn Needham
June 12, 2012
I was blessed to have worked with Joe for 4 years at the Corps. He was a charming, witty, generous and funny man. The same qualities, I am sure he is displaying at the Pearly Gates as he negotiates his entrance!!!!! His spirit will be truly missed!
Strength and fortitude to the family during these hard times.
Bob Mick
June 12, 2012
Joe was a great man, Neighbor, and caring friend. There were no straingers to Joe, just people he had not visited with yet. He always had a wonderful smile and friendly hello everytime you seen him. His Love for his wife Paula and family was something he would always bring up in his conversations. He Liked the game of Golf, and Loved His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Carry on in Heaven my dear friend, we here on earth will always remember you!! Until we meet again. Capt Bob
Elly & Carmen Feliciano
June 12, 2012
Paula and Ryan, to the Williams and Crosby families, we send my deepest condolences. Uncle Joe as we learned to call him was a positive personality with a high for life's simplest events. We will surely miss his unique and vibrant character. We take solace that he is in a greater place sharing his after life with family members and most importantly our Lord and Savior. En Cristo
Doretha Cowan
June 12, 2012
My deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss (to all the family). May you find the "Peace that passeth all understanding" in the days to come.
Victoria Wetherell
June 12, 2012
It is with a heavy heart that we bid "see you later" to Joe. His "Hey Missy" with a huge smile, cowboy hat and toothpick will be always remembered. He was a reliable friend that helped me through some difficult times with a possitive attitude that everything would be all right. He was the best neighborhood watch that never met a stranger. He will be missed by many.
Victoria Wetherell and kids
Leslie Martin
June 12, 2012
Joe was a special man and he will be missed by many (especially by his loving and devoted wife)
EUGENE T. PLATT
June 12, 2012
With deep sorrow do I recognize the passing of
Mr. Joe Williams. Having been associated with
the Eagleglen Golf Course as a Starter for eighteen (18) years having known Joe was an
honor. His contribution to the golf community and his association will greatly be missed. The
happy face he displayed, his booming voice, his
smile and his overall respect for others will certainly be missed. Thanks Joe for being you.
EUGENE T. PLATT, STARTER, EAGLEGLEN gOLF COURSE.
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