James Gary "Sleepy" Williams

James Gary "Sleepy" Williams obituary, Villa Rica, GA

James Gary "Sleepy" Williams

James Williams Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J. Collins Funeral Home and Cremation Service on Dec. 23, 2025.
Mr. James "Sleepy" Gary Williams, 78, of Villa Rica, Georgia, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025.

Sleepy was born November 30, 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia the son of the late James Elvis Williams and the late Mollie Ann Smith Greene. He worked construction and when he was younger, he enjoyed fishing and hunting. Sleepy was a proud Veteran serving as a United States Marine during Vietnam. He was awarded several purple hearts during his tour of Vietnam.

Sleepy is survived by his son, James Williams of Kennesaw, sister, Anita Rogers, brother and sister-in-law, Tommy and Beth Williams all of Hiram and one grandchild.

In keeping with his wishes, he was cremated.

To send condolences to the family, visit our website at www.jcollinsfuneralhome.com

J. Collins Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Villa Rica is in charge of arrangements.

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