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Glen WILLIAMS Obituary
Age 77, passed away on February 16, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. He was born December 27, 1944, in Mishawaka, Indiana, the son of Basil Birdle Williams and Elmer Nall Williams. He lived a life of service to his family, his church, and his community. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Karen; a daughter, Deborah C. Leiweke (Robert J.); a son, Douglas Williams (Julie G.); five grandchildren, Garrison, Boston, Chase, Luke, Eliza; a brother, Leiw K. Williams of Lafayette, Indiana; and nieces and
nephews.
Tracy was a veteran, having served in the army during the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1971.
Tracy continued his public service in 1973 when he graduated with a Master's Degree in Public Administration (with an
emphasis in municipal management) from Brigham Young University. During his career, he served 37 years in local
government including 30 years as the City Manager of West Carrollton, Ohio. He also served as Acting Township Administrator for Miami Township and Interim Director of the Washington-Centerville Public Library. He served in many civic organizations including serving a term as President of the Ohio City/County Management Association.
Tracy was a disciple of Jesus Christ and a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served in many callings and assignments in his church, including Bishop of the Centerville Ward and Stake President of the Dayton, Ohio, Stake. In 2011-2012 he served in the BYU China Teachers
Program and taught English at the China Foreign Affairs
University in Beijing. He has also been a volunteer English teacher for immigrants and refugees in the Miami Valley
Career Technology Center Aspire program in Dayton, Ohio. At his death, he was a Pathway missionary and a facilitator for self-reliance classes.
Tracy was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, relative, and friend. We are all missing him.
Services will be conducted on Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 901 E. Whipp Road, Centerville, Ohio 45459. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.; the funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m.; following the funeral service, there will be a graveside service at the Evergreen Cemetery, 401 N. Miami Ave., West Carrollton, Ohio 45449; following the graveside service, a
luncheon will be served at the church at 901 E. Whipp Road. Arrangements in care of Sanner Funeral Home, West Carrollton.
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Cindy Williams
February 14, 2023
Remember, Tracy, when we went with youth to Nauvoo. It was a fantastic trip. We learned so much about each other and families then. Long drive and great conversation there. The adventure began when we arrived and set up camp with the youth. I will never forget that trip. Thanks for all the advice for me and Mikki. Doug thanks for helping me with my tent. Love the Williams families bwith so much heart.
Chris Krug
March 10, 2022
Karen, Debbie and Doug
I just learned of Tracy's passing. I am so sorry to hear of Tracy's passing and the sadness it brings to your family. I first met your family when you moved into the house on Lake Forest Drive. You were great neighbors. I had the opportunity to know Tracy as a neighbor, and later as a boss and co-worker. He was a principled man who was willing to share his leadership philosophies and he was always open to follow up discussions. He will be missed.
May God Bless your Family,
Chris Krug
Albert Haines
March 3, 2022
Hi Karen. I just learned of Tracy's passing from the Romney Institute. You both were such a wonderful and uplifting part of our lives during our career years together. We cherish those memories of our times together including our visit in your home those many years ago. This news comes as a shock to us since Tracy and I are the same age. Our deepest expressions of sadness and condolence. In gratitude for a life that touched ours for good...Al and Norma Haines
Gregory Bielawski
March 1, 2022
On behalf of the International City/County Management Association Senior Advisors (formerly Range Riders), I offer our condolences and sympathies to Karen and the other family members. I first met Tracy in 2005 and had the honor to serve with him as a Range Rider for many years. A true professional, gentleman, and honorable man.
Michael Waldron
February 23, 2022
I have always admired and looked up to Tracy - he was truly a Christlike man who exemplified that true charity and love. I remember with a large measure of gratitude how he was responsible for my becoming involved again with Scouting as an adult leader shortly after we moved here in '86 by asking me to serve on the ward's troop committee. I am still appreciative of the many experiences that led to throughout the years. His and Karen's kindness and example through the years and with the many different interactions in the Church have been a tremendous influence. Always had a genuine smile and an honest gladness to meet and greet us. My sincere sympathy and condolences to the whole family. Thank God for the Plan of Salvation and the knowledge that families can be together forever!
Don and Janice Mounce
February 22, 2022
Our condolences to the Williams family; he was a fine asset to the City of West Carrollton.
David Anderson
February 22, 2022
Karen, Debbie and Doug,
I wanted to share my heartfelt condolences on Tracy's passing. I was honored to be one a several people chosen to serve the city and be mentored by Tracy. He displayed all the qualities of a great leader and wonderful person. I fondly remember going with him on many professional and community events as well as post council meetings to discuss and learn. To this day I illustrate some of these same lessons to young managers even using the same gestures to make the points (with full attribution). Instead of sharing stories I want to tell you he was the most widely respected person I ever worked with or knew. He spoke often and fondly of each of you during our tennis games,
meetings and events. I hope your pain eases and leaves you only cherished memories of his love for your family and grandkids and his irreplaceable kindness and love. Best regards.
Dave Anderson
Blessed Mentee of G. Tracy Williams
Bob and Nancy Hoose
February 22, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vic Green
February 22, 2022
I am devastated by the news of Tracy's passing. Even though we led such different lives, we had a heartfelt bond of friendship that I have always cherished. The pleasure of celebrating my 92nd birthday on February 28, will be significantly diminished by not receiving his annual good wishes. Tracy was a true and very dear friend. I will miss him very much.
Ann Huffines
February 22, 2022
Dear Karen,
I was so sorry to hear of Tracy's passing. He was a wonderful man and stake president. I am so grateful for my association with your family.
All my love,
Ann Huffines
Judy Clark & Family
February 21, 2022
Dear Karen, Debbie, Doug and family:
We first met in 1989 at a ward picnic and we immediately loved your family. Karen, you and Tracy were tremendous Christlike examples to all of us in your circles of influence in the church and professionally. Our hearts go out to you at this tender time. We are so grateful to our Savior, Jesus Christ, and His life and His plan designed for our eternal benefit. May you feel Tracy close by you as you move forward and know you are appreciated and loved. Thank you for ALL you did for us and thousands of others who love you and cherish your incredible examples of honesty, integrity , sincere compassion and Christlike service.
Take care now and much love,
Judy, Melissa, Cougar, Cheyenne & Mills
Judy Clark
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Dorshan (Stevens) Millhouse
February 21, 2022
Sending our love and prayers. Always enjoyed his warm and genuine personality. You could feel the love that he had for his community and those who he served.
The Blake and Sue Carter Family
February 21, 2022
Dear Williams Family,
Our sincere condolences to your family. We have loved Tracy, Karen, Deborah and Douglas since we first met you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sadness. May your faith in the Savior, Jesus Christ carry you through until we all meet again. We send our love.
Doug Lewis, City Manager, City of Painesville
February 21, 2022
Dear Williams Family:
I want to offer my deepest sympathy at the passing of Tracy. He was an amazing person and I was just thinking about how much he contributed to our profession and how he was always willing to assist managers throughout the State of Ohio. I met Tracy close to 20 years ago and he helped me since the beginning of my career. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Doug Lewis
Cheryl Hilvert
February 21, 2022
Karen and family, I am so sorry to hear about this tremendous loss.
I know that you know this, but Tracy was truly one of the great people out there. He was a friend, mentor, supporter and cheerleader for me as I grew in my career as a local government manager in Ohio.
I will never forget his kindness and friendship and consider myself so blessed to have known him. Thank you for sharing him with all of us....we are all much better people for having known him.
Tom Homan, City Manager, Delaware, Ohio
February 21, 2022
My heartfelt sympathies to Tracy's family. He and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Throughout my tenure in local government in Ohio, Tracy was considered on of the "deans" of city management. His commitment to the profession was evident in his service to OCMA, ICMA and all the other advocacy efforts he put forth during his career. His contributions to city management will be one of his greatest legacies.
David Krings
February 21, 2022
Tracy is a person who I have long admired as a public service professional and a friend. He welcomed me to Ohio as a peer although I did not measure up to be regarded as a peer of such a great man.
Michael Burns
February 21, 2022
I have fond memories of working with Tracy on OCMA and ICMA events and activities and having him as a valued colleague for most of the past four decades. He was both friend, a mentor, and a truly Christian man . My thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family.
The Crichfield Family
February 21, 2022
So happy to have met an amazing, sweet and gentle man. Thank you brother Williams for being a wonderful example of the light of Christ! Prayers of comfort to Karen and the family.
Rosemarie Neal
February 20, 2022
My sincere condolences to the family. Tracy Williams was a kind and good person. His life was one of giving to his church and community. I was blessed to have know him through our church service. Praying for comfort and blessings to his family.
Greg Horn
February 20, 2022
Dear Karen and Family,
Our heartfelt condolences to all of you.
Tracy was a valued friend and trusted colleague for many years. He led by example throughout his distinguished city management career and his integrity and deep religious convictions drove his commitment to public service. We are all better for having known him.
Respectfully,
Greg & Cathy Horn
Kathy Winnie
February 20, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. I love President Williams. He was truly one of the sweetest people I have ever met. He even came to my grandparents house to interview my terminally ill grandfather. He was just an amazing man and will be missed by so many.
Darrick Weeks
February 20, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I always remember Brother Williams as someone willing to serve and love all. He was a great example to me of what it´s means to truly be a servant to the Lord.
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