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Johnny Williams Obituary
July 25, 1925 - September 27, 2022
Arlington, Texas - John "Johnny" Williams was born July 25, 1925 in Longview, TX to Fred and Minnie Williams.
He served in the US Army and attended the University of Southern California where he majored in engineering and joined the football team. After leaving USC he moved to Midland and taught math and coached football, track and field at George Washington Carver High School where he coached Midland's first Football State Championship team in 1961. Over 43 years he taught/coached at Carver, Robert E. Lee and Midland Senior high schools. The only teacher/coach to work at all three Midland high schools.
After retiring and relocating to Arlington, Texas, Johnny was a volunteer football, track and field coach at Lamar High School for over 20 years and received the Arlington Unsung Hero Award in 2018.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother JD Williams and sister Artelia Perry. To cherish his memory he leaves his wife of 71 years, Margaret, his daughter, Dianne Culton Smith, son Michael L. Williams, daughter, Pamela Williams Hughes, 3 grand children and 6 great grandchildren.
Visitation, Fri, Oct 7th, 6pm to 8pm, Rosary at 7pm at Moore Funeral Home, 1219 North Davis Drive, Arlington, TX. Funeral Mass, Sat, Oct 8th, 1pm at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 2100 North Davis Drive, Arlington, TX. Committal service following funeral at Moore Funeral Home. Repass following Committal service at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
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Evelyn Dixon
October 7, 2022
Extend my condolences to family of this legendary man. I was a student of Mr Williams. Class of 1968 at Carver High School. Peace and love
Noe McCarthy
October 7, 2022
I know that Coach Williams had such a huge impact on so many people, especially all of his students and players over the years. He was certainly a special human being that God gifted all of us with in our lives. As a member of the McCarthy Family, I send our condolences and prayers to all of Coach's family. He was a legendary man, yet very humble. He possessed a wonderful heart and a beautiful soul.
Tyrone Oliver
October 7, 2022
I ran track and played football for Coach Williams at MHS 85 -87 as did my Uncles on his State Championship team at Carver High and I knew Coach well, he was one of the nicest Men you will ever meet and I thank God I was lucky enough to have done so. My condolences to Ms. Margaret and the family.
Myra Grant Brantley
October 7, 2022
To Pam and your family; you guys have my condolences. I am from the class of 1976 MHS.
Keith Byrd
October 6, 2022
What a Great Man!!!! I had the opportunity to run Track for Coach Williams at MHS in 1983 & 1984. I have never met a man with more patience in my life.
Jeff Daily
October 6, 2022
Sad to hear of coach Williams passing. He was one of my football coaches back at Midland High back in the 80s. He was liked by everyone who ever played for him. He was a genuinely nice guy who cared for his players and students. Thoughts and prayers to his equally awesome wife and the rest of his family.
Andrew Hayes-Stoker
October 5, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. This was a special man. I went to Lamar from 1994-1997. He was at all of my games and track meets. He would hold my blanket that I used to keep my leg warm late in the season when it was cold and give it to me on the sidelines. He was always there to help, to serve and teach. His impact on this world will be missed.
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