Kerry "Saifalla" Williams

Kerry "Saifalla" Williams obituary, Elkhart, IN

Kerry "Saifalla" Williams

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Kerry Williams Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Palmer Funeral Homes - Hickey Chapel on Feb. 26, 2026.
Kerry Williams aka Saifalla passed away on February 22, 2026. He was born June 7, 1954 to Fred I. Williams and Virdee Williams at Elkhart General Hospital. He grew up in Elkhart. He attended school in Elkhart. Saifalla also served in the army a few years. After the military he worked for his brother Ron Davis and various factory jobs. Saifalla converted to his Muslim faith in an unknown year. He married Celestine Maddox in 1981. She survives along with his siblings. His sisters Sharon Walker and Elders Cathy Pratcher (Joseph Pratcher). His parents and two brothers Ronnie Davis and Fred I. Williams Jr. preceded him in death. He was very close to his niece Marci Love and nephews Michael Williams, Derrick Pratcher and Vermell Williams. Saifalla had no children. He was also close to his wife's children Latonga, Jamar, Raven, and Elwah Maddox. He also had a best friend like a brother Robert Hunt. Saifalla was a giving person and was much loved in life. He loved his faith, family and friends. He would help anyone he could. He leaves behind a host of relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed.
Palmer Funeral Home- Hickey Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

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