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Jack Williams Obituary

JACK VIRGIL
WILLIAMS

Aug. 18, 1927 - Mar. 16, 2011

Jack Virgil Williams, 83, of El Centro passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2011.
Jack was born in Calexico, California, graduating from Calexico High School in 1945. Upon graduation, he was immediately drafted into the United States Army, where he served for 2 years. He met his wife, Celeste, in the summer of 1947 and they were married on December 11, 1948. Jack was subsequently called back into the service as a reservist during the Korean war. Upon discharge, he was employed by the Imperial Irrigation District. In 1954, he went to work for McCabe Cattle Co. and La Brucherie Ranches where he remained employed until 1979. In subsequent years, he was involved in home development projects throughout the valley, for Imperial Valley Bank, El Centro Regional Medical Center and for the Redevelopment Agency in the City of Calexico. Throughout his life, Jack was involved in the following organizations; past President of the Stockmans Club; member of the El Centro Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees, Elks, Eagles and Moose Lodges, Los Vigilantes, Shriners International, the Masonic Lodge of Imperial Valley, Blue Angel Golf Tournament, 4-H Lamb Leader, California Mid-Winter Fair Board, American Legion, the Claddagh Club, Imperial Valley Historic Society, El Centro Chamber of Commerce, and the El Centro Planning Commission. Although he thoroughly enjoyed his involvement in the community throughout his lifetime, his greatest love was for his family. Jack never missed events that his daughters were involved in and took great delight in the many accomplishments of his grandchildren.
Jack was preceded in death by his father, Charles Williams; and mother, Eona Kelly Williams; brothers, Charles Clare Williams, Leonard Williams and Vernon Williams; father-in-law, James (Jack) Frost and mother-in-law, Esther Bradshaw Frost.
Visitation will be held Thursday, March 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Episcopal Church in El Centro. Mass will be Friday, March 25 at 10:30 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Episcopal Church. Burial services will be private.
He leaves behind his loving family; wife, Celeste Frost Williams; daughters; Melanie (Michael) Jackson of Redlands, CA; Cydney (Tommy) Mills of El Centro, CA; Kimberly (Tom) Key of Liberty, TX; Melissa (Dave) Berry of Eagle, ID and Jacqueline (Scott) Schaefer of Edmond, OK; 11 grandsons, 3 granddaughters, 10 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Elizabeth Mailheau of Dewey, AZ, Pegi Murrell of Lockport, NY, Shirley Thomas of Porterville, CA, and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Sts. Peter and Paul Episcopal Church, 500 S. 5th Street, P.O. Box 3446, El Centro, CA 92243.

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Published by Imperial Valley Press Online from Mar. 19 to Mar. 22, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Jack Williams

16 Entries

Deanna Dorward

March 28, 2011

Dear Aunt Celeste, I wish I could be with you to help you through this time of sorrow. Unfortunately, I am too far away, but I hope you will find comfort in the love that you and Uncle Jack shared for so many years. He was a wonderful man, and he loved you dearly. I have been fortunate in these past few years to have enjoyed so many "chats" with him on the phone, and I'll always cherish the evening Steve and I sat pool-side with the two of you in Bakersfield, drinking wine and laughing into early morning. My thoughts are with you, and I will keep a candle burning for Uncle Jack to find his way safely into Heaven, where I'm sure Bob is "keeping a stool" for him. I love you. Deanna, Steve, Tom, Christine and Emily.

Pegi Murrell

March 25, 2011

Much love and prayers to my brother Jack, Celeste and girls. Our thoughts are with you, may you rest in peace. The distance between us,(Pegi Murrell, Lorna West, Dan Murrell, Deanna Dorward),in Lockport, Ny, makes things difficult to be with you. But you will always be in our hearts. Love to all and God Bless.

Mike and Kim Carson

March 25, 2011

On the night of my graduation from IVC instead of going out to some party my brother took me to Jack and Celeste's house and we spent the evening with them. It was a night I remember well and will never forget. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ernie Montano

March 24, 2011

Hi Michelle;
Yet I met your father only once during a golf tournment in Mexicali, I have to say I really enjoyed meeting him. We talked about you and what I said actually made him very teary-eyed, and I would like to share that with you if possible. My e-mail address is: [email protected]
Thanks,
Ernie Montano

Sherry Kelly

March 24, 2011

Jack Virgil Williams - my Dad's favorite cousin & friend. Thank you for enriching our lives with so much love and laughter. What a fine man who loved his family dearly and showed it, spoke his mind, and stood as a pillar in the community. Where ever you were, your charisma filled the room. I can still hear Celeste and our family giggle at your jokes. You set such a fine example for everyone in our family. A man who lived his life with class, respect, and unconditional love. May God bless your family for generations to come....the world is a better place because of Jack Williams. Celeste...I know Jack's love will forever surround you. I have always been in "awe" of your love for each other…simply beautiful! A great woman beside a great man! May God continue to bless you and your family!

Sherry Kelly

March 23, 2011

Jack Virgil Williams - my Dad's favorite cousin & friend. Thank you for enriching our lives with so much love and laughter. What a fine man who loved his family dearly and showed it, spoke his mind, and stood as a pillar in the community. Where ever you were, your charisma filled the room. I can still hear Celeste and our family giggle at your jokes. You set such a fine example for everyone in our family. A man who lived his life with class, respect, and unconditional love. May God bless your family for generations to come....the world is a better place because of Jack Williams. Celeste...I know Jack's love will forever surround you. I have always been in "awe" of your love for each other...simply beautiful! A great woman beside a great man! May God continue to bless you and your family.

Ernie Montano

March 23, 2011

Melissa: I am so sorry to learn of your father passing away. I played golf with him in Mexicali and enjoyed his company very much. I knew my late father from when then went to Calexico HS back when. I met you at IVC in 1977 ( you were a hair stylist), and talked to your Dad about our friendship when we golfed in 1988.
May your Dad rest in peace.

Vicky Scoggins

March 23, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 23, 2011

Celeste, girls and families - please know how much your family is loved by our family. Although Jack isn't with us physically, our memories will never leave our hearts. I know who's day he did make when they met again. Love all of you - Debbie Kelly

The Williams Family

March 22, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Carol Ashley

March 21, 2011

OMGoodness...
Jack would always say God you're beautiful! Can't see you , but I know you're beautiful! And now, I can't see Jack. But I do know he's just beautiful! Celeste, thank you both for always taking interest in all us gals while growing up! Love to you and all the family. Rest In peace.

Tammy Casagranda

March 21, 2011

Rest in Peace Uncle Jack

Ron & Linda Leonard

March 21, 2011

It has been an honor and a privilege to call this man our friend. He will be greatly missed.
Celeste and family we send our heartfelt condolences.

Heather Hagen

March 21, 2011

Mr. Williams always added a smile to my day. I am very sorry for your loss.

Jack & Dixie Williams

March 20, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.