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David S. Williams Sr.

1971 - 2021

David S. Williams Sr. obituary, 1971-2021, Columbus, GA

BORN

1971

DIED

2021

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Progressive Funeral Home - Columbus

4235 St Mary's Rd

Columbus, Georgia

David Williams Obituary

David S. Williams, Sr.
June 17, 1971 - September 25, 2021
Columbus, Georgia - Mr. David Shelby Williams, Sr. transitioned home peacefully Saturday at the Piedmont Midtown Medical Center. He was 50 years of age,
The beloved son of Mrs. Loretta Johnson Williams of Columbus and the late Eddie Lee Williams, David was a Columbus native who was a 1990 graduate of Shaw High School. He also attended Columbus Technical College and was a devout member of the Christian Valley Church where he served as a Deacon. He was a United States Army Veteran and was the co-founder of the Peaceful River Residential Services. Other than his father, David was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Eddie, Jr. and Cassandra Williams; brothers-in-law, Lester Davis and David Tymes, and his mother-in-law, Geraldine Stephens.
Surviving his departure with cherished memories, include: his wife of 24 years, Mrs. Pamela Stephens Williams; his beloved twins, Dailey Grace and David Shelby Williams; his mother, Mrs. Loretta Williams; five siblings, LaThresha Davis, John M. Johnson (Kim), Lisa Campbell, Katina L. Williams and Kristie Williams; a brother and three sisters-in-law, Kevin Stephens (Cynthia), Angela Stephens, Elizabeth Ross and Patricia Stewart (Richard); a host of loving aunts and uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Williams will be held Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at New Birth Outreach Ministries with Pastor Carlos Coleman officiating. Pastor Eric Seldon will deliver the eulogy. The interment will follow at Green Acres Cemetery with Military Honors accorded. Visitation is Today, 3 til 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Online expression can be made at progressivefuneralhome.com.

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer on Oct. 1, 2021.

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Ressa Hall

October 2, 2021

My condolences to the family , there´s no word to express how I feel about the calling home of David . I have really known him since he was a baby and he comes from a great family. I can´t tell you not to cry or mourn his physical body not being here . But in your heart David will always live on. You have my love

Linda Wise

October 2, 2021

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

Ben & Kathy Middlebrooks

October 2, 2021

Dear Pam,
Our hearts are broken. We share your sorrow. Precious memories linger forever. You and David will always be our favorite couple. Praying that God will continue to bless and protect you and your children and give you the strength to accept His Will. We love you.

Loretta, Katina, Kristie, and family,
You are heavily in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt sentiments go out to you all. May God comfort your spirits and forever surround you in His sweet peace. We love you.

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Progressive Funeral Home - Columbus

4235 St Mary's Rd, Columbus, GA 31907

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11:00 a.m.

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