Oland Williams Obituary
Mr. Williams was a graduate of Howard High School, Class of 1968. He proudly served in the United States Armed Forces as a member of the United States Marine Corps from 1968 to 1977, where he was honorably discharged.
Oland retired from Marion County Public Schools after 17 years of dedicated service as a school bus driver, and from the City of Ocala after 10 years of service as a Senior Sign Technician. Deacon Williams was a faithful member of New Saint Mary Missionary Baptist Church.
He leaves to cherish his precious memories his children: Tarvis Williams and Corey Williams, both of Ocala, Florida; LCDR (Ret.) Michael S. Williams of Fort Worth, Texas; and Darrin R. Williams of Jacksonville, Florida. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Gwendolyn D. Harrell-Williams.
Wake Service will held from 5:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at New St. Mary Baptist Church, 4491 NW 27th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34475.
Public Visitation will be held from 1:00pm until 6:00pm on Friday, January 09, 2026, at Summers Funeral Home, 2238 NW 10th Street, Ocala, FL 34475.
Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00am Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Greater Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, 515 NW 6th Terrace, Ocala, FL 34475.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Oland (Daddy-Yo) Williams, please visit our floral store.
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James coe
January 2, 2026
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robert Rudy Mcmillon
January 1, 2026
As a long life Friend of daddy you sad and sorry to read about him in the column. as boys at war memorial, Webb stadium, we played all types of sports together in the neighborhood. you must never forget about the people grew up together. best, and saddest shared with the Family and Friends. Rudy mcmillon. Ocala Strong.
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