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Robert Williams Obituary
ROBERT C. age 71, of Birmingham, Michigan. August 26, 1945 - December 10, 2016. Bob was predeceased by his parents, Charles W. and Mary Helen Williams, and is survived by his longtime partner, Lisa Varnier, his brother, Jim, sister-in law, Marva, nephews, Jim Jr.( Maria )and David ( Debby ) and great-nephews and nieces, Jack, Ben, Helena, Eleanor, and Soleil and many other loved and loving friends. Bob was a graduate of Princeton University, and the University of Michigan Law school. After law school, Bob taught at Catholic University and clerked for Michigan Supreme Court Justice G. Mennen "Soapy" Williams and then enjoyed a long and distinguished career in the Oakland County Prosecutors Office. Bob was devoted to and very supportive of charitable and social causes including Birmingham Youth Assistance. Per his wishes, Bob has been cremated and a memorial service will be held at All Saints' Episcopal Church, 171 W. Pike Street, Pontiac, Michigan on Saturday December, 17, 2016, at 11 a.m. All are invited to a luncheon following the service. Memorial contributions may be made in Bob's name to Birmingham Youth Assistance, All Saints Episcopal Church, or a charity of your choosing.
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Douglas Little
December 21, 2016
Bob was a good friend in both university and law school. More than fifty years ago, he spent Thanksgiving with my family outside Philadelphia. His family often reciprocated on my summer trips through Michigan in the sixties. Even though I moved to the Pacific Northwest, I kept in touch with him on visits to Michigan and via the occasional phone call. He typically peppered me with questions about my family and our mutual friends and it was only through my persistence that I could get him to talk much about himself. I always admired his matter of fact good spirited outlook.
Donna Bevington
December 19, 2016
I worked with Bob for years in Oakland County. I always considered him to be kind and friendly. His passing is a real loss to all.
Judy Morad Gumbel
December 16, 2016
Bob and I worked together at the Juvenile Court when he was first a prosecutor and I was a new social worker. He was a dear friend and mentor at that time and we continued to be good friends through the years. We shared many good times early on. My deepest sympathy to his family, I know he will be deeply missed.
Richard Browne
December 15, 2016
Bob was a remarkable man and a true friend. He always cared more about helping others than he did about himself. He will be greatly missed.
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