Benjamin Kody Williams

Benjamin Kody Williams

Benjamin Williams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 17 to Oct. 18, 2006.
Benjamin Kody Williams, 17, of Pollok, was born January 22, 1989, in Lufkin, Texas, and he passed away Saturday, October 14, 2006, in a local hospital. Ben was a precious child from birth. He loved his friends and family very much. To know him was to love him. Dirt bikes were a way of life for him and he thought every little boy should have one. He had many friends and he loved each one of them. He was employed with Academy Sports & Outdoors and with Brookshire Bros. Fresh Market. Ben also loved the Lord, and attended Clawson Assembly of God Church. He was a senior at Central High School. May we all learn something from him. Ben is survived by his mother, Shannon Pavlic Drysdale; father and mother, Jimmy and Tammy Williams; step-father, David Drysdale; brother, Zachary Williams; sister, Mollie Williams; grandparents, Stephen Pavlic, Janette Williams, Herman and Wanda Reagan, Jean Parker, Kenneth and Theresa Cearley; great-grandparents, Ella V. Pavlic, Steve and Charlene Edwards; and special friends, Heather Smitherman, Charles Banks, John May and Baby D. and Mary Cearley. Ben was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Jim Bill Williams and Emory Humphries; and his great-grandfathers, Thomas Brimer and Walter (Grumpy) Pavlic. Pallbearers will be John Pavlic, Judd Pavlic, Glenn Drysdale, Josh Williams, Rodney Cearley and Dennis Wilson. Honorary pallbearers will be J.T. Williams, Sam Williams, Adam Williams, Gene Martin, Pat Harrison, Randy Williams, Henry Burnett, Matt Gillespie, Kyle Gillespie, Wayne Graham, Jarrod Holland and John May. Services for Ben will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 18, 2006, at Clawson Assembly of God Church, with Reverend John Williams and Reverend Louis Salazar officiating. Interment will follow in the Gann Cemetery. Gipson-Metcalf Funeral Directors; Todd Stracener, director.

View All Photos

Add Photos to Memorial

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Benjamin Williams's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

October 12, 2020

Wanda (Grandma) Reagan posted to the memorial.

November 6, 2006

Bethaney Clopp posted to the memorial.

November 6, 2006

Jessica Johnson posted to the memorial.

Wanda (Grandma) Reagan

October 12, 2020

I never stop thinking about you, never stop loving you.

Bethaney Clopp

November 6, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time of grief. Johnathan spoke highly of your Ben. He would spend his lunch breaks hanging out with Johnathan. Words can't express the pain of loosing a child, but know many of us our praying for you.

The Clopp Family

Jessica Johnson

November 6, 2006

Dear Shannon and Family,
I know that nothing anyone can do or say will bring ben back but know that ben was a great person to everyone who knew him or he knew. He's in a better place know just waiting for all us to be there right beside him.
With love,

PAULA HUMPHRIES

November 4, 2006

we loved you
love, EMERY & PAULA HUMPHRIES & KIDS

Robert Melim

October 23, 2006

Ben was an amazing young kid and he was always a lot of fun to hang out with. From paintball to riding dirtbikes he really had a passion for things in life and he will be truly missed. See ya in heaven lil' ben.............

Krystal Gray

October 23, 2006

Ben was a wonderful person as i've heard...i didnt know him but many of my friends did...it's devistating that this happened to him at such a young age but we all know he's in a much better place...

Megan Reed and Brian Conley

October 21, 2006

Ben was a wonderful person and friend. He will be GREATLY missed. WE LOVE YOU, BEN!!

Sincerely

Megan Barrett

October 20, 2006

Dear Friends and Family,
Ben was an amazing person! But know that he is in a far! better place. I am keeping your family in my prayers...I will forever remember Ben as a kind hearted, outgoing, adventurous guy. And I know that one day I will see him again.

In Christ

Cassie Henson

October 20, 2006

Ben was a really cool guy. He was loved my many. I did not know him very well but i did know friends and family. I know you will never be forgotten. It will be hard to let go and some may never but personally i think things will get better. You will always be in our hearts.

Ashley Hines

October 20, 2006

I didn't even know Ben, but alot of my friends did and they thought very highly of him. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you and remember he is saving a seat for you all in heaven. He will be missed. With love,
Ashley Hines

Brandy Lenderman

October 20, 2006

Shannon:

My heart goes out to you and your family during this great time of loss but as I know the Lord makes a way for us to understand when he feels we are ready. You are in our prayers-Ed, Brandy Jacob, and Hunter Lenderman

Mitch & Deana Carroll

October 19, 2006

May God Be with Bens family in this tragic loss. We're praying for peace and comfort to your family.

Jeremiah 29:11

Chase Martin

October 19, 2006

I'm so sorry. I know everyone will miss him very much. I've known Kody since he was ten years old. I'm praying for him and his family,
Chase Martin

Ashley Lewis

October 19, 2006

I didn't know Ben that well, but went to school with him at Central. He will be dearly missed. Your' family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

MICHELE REYNOLDS

October 19, 2006

TO BEN'S DAD & MOM
I DIDN'T KNOW BEN THAT WELL BUT I DID KNOW HIS FAMILY RANDY AND KRISTI THEY ALWAYS TALK HIGHLY OF BEEN SO I KNOW HE HAD TO BE A GOOD KID SO MAY GOD HEAL ALL OF YOU HEART AND BEN WILL LIVE ON IN YOU HEARTS FOR EVER I WILL PRAYER FOR THE FAMILY

John Pavlic

October 18, 2006

To My Little Nephew Ben Kody: I will always love you and think about you everyday!! You were a little brother to me. I will miss you so much. See U N Heaven!! John Pavlic

JOYCE EDWARDS

October 18, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Sherri, Stephen,& Justin McCathern

October 18, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Michelle (Landers) Cates

October 18, 2006

Shannon and Family
May God bless you during this time of loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michelle(Landers)Cates and Family

Jesica White

October 18, 2006

Shannon,I feel so blessed that I was able to meet and get to know you and Ben. He was a great guy and you are a huge part of that. May God be with you in your time of pain and healing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cassie Henson

October 18, 2006

Ben was a really cool and sweet guy. I didnt know him very well but i did now family and friends. We love you and miss you ben and always will. Yes I know it will be hard to let go an some may not but i truly think things will get better. You will be remembered Benjamin Kody Williams.

Kristen Williams

October 18, 2006

Dear Shannon,
I am so sorry for your loss. I really didnt know ben that well but I know part of his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless

Jeremy Thompson

October 18, 2006

Ben was a good friend who loved life. He helped when someone needed it, and our thoughts are with you and your family. Ben was a friend that everyone needed.

Dorothy Harrison

October 18, 2006

May God Bless you; and keep you strong.

Katy Boyd

October 18, 2006

Ben became one of my very good friends over this year and I feel so blessed to have had him in my life. He was such an amazing person and friend who I always enjoyed talking to. He was such a sweet guy and I know he is in a better place. Ben and his family will be in my prayers.

Tonya Carrell- Williams

October 18, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Cindy Due

October 18, 2006

Shannon, I know no words can ease the pain you are going through right now. Just know that Ben is in a better place. You were so incredibly kind to our family during our loss of Mrs. Hardy. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Stuart Burson

October 18, 2006

Sorry for your loss.
My prayers are with your family.

Vera Calvert

October 18, 2006

My heart & prayers are with you for your comfort and strength. I taught Ben in first grade. Ben was gentle & always desired to do what was right. I will miss him!

Amanda Turner

October 18, 2006

Everyone loved Ben. And I know everyone will miss him so much. I didnt know Ben very well but I do know he was full of life all the time I LOVE YOU BEN!!!

Catelynn Thompson

October 18, 2006

I am really truly sorry for your loss. Benjamin was a really good friend. Every time I saw him he always had a smile on his face.

Megan Andrus

October 18, 2006

I did not know Ben well but i knew he was always full of life and could make anybody smile. He touched the hearts of many people and will always remain in our hearts. Ben will NEVER be forgotten. We will all miss him dearly and keep your family in our prayers. We love you!!
Megan Andrus

LULU CEARLEY

October 18, 2006

BEN, YOU HAD BECOME MY BEST FRIEND. YOU FILLED A PLACE IN MY HEART THAT WAS EMPTY FOR A WHILE AND NOW THE HOLE IN MY HEART IS EVEN BIGGER BUT I KNOW YOU ARE STILL WITH ME AND YOUR MOM FOREVER I LOVE YOU SO MUCH MORE THAN I EVER LET YOU KNOW LULU

Skylan Graham

October 18, 2006

Auny I love you so much!Ben Kody is in a better place.God blessed him to be able to come home early, which is the best blessing of all.Constantly praying,
Boo

Charles and Cindy Brantley

October 17, 2006

We have all the family on our prayer list at home and our local church. Our thoughts and prayers are for strength and hope during this time of grief

Becky Davey Jami Allen

October 17, 2006

We are soo very very sorry for your loss
My heart hurts for your pain that you must feel.
If we can do anything for you please let us know.
We love you

Laura Pugh Mahan

October 17, 2006

I'm so sorry for your loss, I will miss Ben very much, everyone will.

Randall, Lacy, Chaise, Mitchell and Bradley McKee

October 17, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. Ben will be missed by so many.

Bette Agers

October 17, 2006

Shannon, you and Ben are in my heart and prayers.God has a special place for him. He touched many lives as you have.Please know that you are loved and please let me know if I can help. Love always

Kim Deal

October 17, 2006

Dear Shannon:
I am a friend of John and Shannon May. I am so sorry for your loss and pray that you will have peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.

October 17, 2006

Our thought and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Lesa and Diane Eaton and Family (Ann McDonalds) daughters...

Sherry Thompson

October 17, 2006

Shannon I am truly heart broken over your loss. I know there are no words that can comfort you at this time. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will see you in a few days.

Heather Smitherman

October 17, 2006

Dear Shannon,
I love you sooo much and I know this is so hard for you but we'll get through this. I just want you to know that you can call me whenever you need someone to talk to...it doesnt matter what time or when it is!!! I LOVE YOU SHANNON!!!

love always,
Heather

Erika Crawford

October 17, 2006

Aunt Shannon,
Be strong and know that Ben is in a much better place.Ben touched alot of ppl's life and will Never be forgotten. I Love YOu

TWYLA ROBERTSON

October 17, 2006

SHANNON, AS A MOTHER, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND I PRAY FOR GOD TO HOLD YOU CLOSE DURING THIS TERRIBLE TIME. BEN WILL LIVE ON IN OUR HEARTS AND MEMORIES! GOD BLESS YOU. TWYLA ROBERTSON (LINDSEY SESSIONS MOTHER)

Amanda Venegas

October 17, 2006

Uncle Jimmy & Aunt Shannon,
I do not know what to say to comfort you. I will just try to be there and do what I can to ease your pain. I loved Ben very much....a lot of people did. He will be remembered always for the loving, friendly young man that he always was.
Love, MANDY

Kenneth Sand

October 17, 2006

To Jimmy, Mrs.Williams and Shannon; Our deepest sympathy and our prayers will be with you. Kenneth, Mike, Chad and Craig Sand.

BONNIE WILLIAMS

October 17, 2006

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE ENTIRE FAMILY. LOVE, EDWARD, BONNIE, AUSTIN & BRANDON WILLIAMS

Amy Harris

October 17, 2006

Although Ben has left this world he will live forever in the hearts of those who knew him.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Amy Harris(Anthony Simms mother)

Shannon May-Johnson

October 17, 2006

Shannon,
We love you and Ben and think of you as Family. Please know that we are here for you now and always. Our prayers are with you and your Family.
Love,
Shannon & Randy Johnson

pamela dolan/richardson

October 17, 2006

sorry to hear about the loss of ben,my son,derek dolan,and my daughter,brittany dolan were friends of his,he was a wonderful young man,and will always be missed,may god send your family strengh during this most difficult time,gone from our sight,but not gods,and will forever live within his friends hearts!!!

Charlene Buck

October 17, 2006

Dearest Shannon:

My heart goes out to you. You were so kind to me during the passing of my grandmother, Maxine Tobias. If there is anything I can do to ease your pain and comfort you in this tragic time, please feel free to call on me. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. God Bless you and your family.

Brittany Cates

October 17, 2006

I am sorry for your loss and i will be praying for you and your family. I will remember you and your family in my thoughts and Ben will be very much missed!

Stacey Musick

October 17, 2006

Shannon~ We are thinking about you and praying for you.

Stacey and Kim
Memorial Rehab Unit

Kimberly Blattner

October 17, 2006

Shannon, I am so sorry to hear about Ben. I am praying for you and your family. My heart goes out to you. Love always, Kim B.

Melissa Miller

October 17, 2006

I was so heartbroken to hear about the loss of Ben Kody. Ben was one of my really good friends. I'm going to miss him terribly. He was always doing something to make someone feel better. He truly was the perfect friend. And I'm going to miss him more than anything. He will always be in my prayers.

Wayne &Phylis Williams

October 17, 2006

you are in my prayer if you need something just call phylis

Belinda Seale Garcia

October 16, 2006

Shannon, I am sure there are no words that can comfort you at this time. Ben is loved by many and is a great kid and was full of life, love and laughter and always brought a smile to all around him. HE WILL NOT BE FORGOT.... he will live on forever in the hearts of all that know him. You and your family are in the thoughts and prayers of me and my family... Belinda (Seale) Garcia, Jay Garcia, and Christinea Garcia. I pray that God will give you the comfort you need. Much love to you and yours. Belinda

Showing 1 - 58 of 58 results

Make a Donation
in Benjamin Williams's name

How to support Benjamin's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Benjamin Williams's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Benjamin Williams's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

October 12, 2020

Wanda (Grandma) Reagan posted to the memorial.

November 6, 2006

Bethaney Clopp posted to the memorial.

November 6, 2006

Jessica Johnson posted to the memorial.