Gary L. Williams

Gary L. Williams obituary, Greer, SC

Gary L. Williams

Gary Williams Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Wood Mortuary, Inc. - Greer on Feb. 25, 2025.

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Gary Lee Williams, 69, passed away February 19, 2025.
A native of Virginia and a long-time resident of Florida, he was a son of the late Harry O. and Judith Lind Williams. He was a retired sales manager in plumbing supplies and of the Christian faith. Mr. Williams was an avid golfer, and enjoyed riding his motorcycle, skiing, hiking, and working out.
Surviving are his wife, Joni Elliot Williams of the home; a daughter, Leah Marie Berk (Andrew) of Taylors; a son, Benjamin Oliver Williams of Greer; a brother, Michael Williams of Lyman; three grandchildren, Austin Yale Berk, Addison Marie Berk, and Ashton Lee Berk; and nine nieces and nephews, Michael, Meagan. Brittney, Brandon, Joshua, Ashli, Ryan, Liz, and Alicia.
Mr. Williams was predeceased by one brother, Craig Williams.
The family will hold a Celebration of Life at a later time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Children's International, https://www.children.org/make-a-difference/donate or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.
Online condolences may be made to www.thewoodmortuary.com.

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