Gerald Williams

Gerald Wayne Williams, Sr. 80 of Haughton, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025, in Shreveport.
A native of Dubach, Louisiana, and a resident of Haughton for over 35 years, Gerald lived a life centered on family, hard work, and the outdoors. He retired from Boomtown Casino in 2007, and in the years that followed, he embraced a quieter life filled with the things he loved most.
Gerald was an avid gardener who found joy in tending to his plants each day. He also loved hunting and fishing, often spending time at the deer lease with his son and grandchildren. Nothing meant more to him than the moments he shared with his grandkids and great-grandkids-those memories were truly his greatest treasures.
Above all, Gerald's family was his world. His love for them was unwavering, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his parents, Muriel Davis and Lee Williams; sister, Linda Boyd; brother, Kenneth Williams; and stepdaughter, Raychell Corrales. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Lynda S. Williams; two daughters, Dee Williams and Christy Solice; his son, Gerald Williams, II and wife Terri; stepson, Shane Smith; eight grandchildren, Shelly Bell, Nathan Williams, Brittany Knipp, Kilie Featheringham, Ashur Smith, Kathyn Hendricks, Shyanne Jones, and Destiny Gilley; 16 great grandchildren, and brother, Robert Williams.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Osborn Funeral Home, first responders, and all his friends and family.