Raymond Earl Williams Jr.

Ellsworth
Raymond Earl Williams, Jr., 80, died March 31, 2025, at his home. He was born April 25, 1944, in Milford, CT. the son of Raymond E. and Eleanor D. (Miller) Williams.
Raymond was a co-owner and operator with Brother-in-law Sterling Bunker of the B & W Texaco in Orland, where he worked as a mechanic. After they sold the business, he started working as a finish carpenter. Through his custom side work, he received the opportunity to meet Ned Johnson, a summer resident on Mt. Desert Island who hired him as the estate's custom carpenter. He worked there for many years for the family and always said that it was the best job he ever had.
He was a member of the Eastern Maine Model Railroad Club where he served many roles including secretary, treasurer, and president. Raymond spent nearly 40 years with the club as trains were his true passion. He also loved riding his motorcycle and in later years enjoyed eBay.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years Diana L. (Denbow) Williams; 2 sons, Raymond E. Williams, III and wife Amanda of Sanford, Theodore "Ted" Williams and partner, Jessica Sprague of Ellsworth; 2 daughters, Wendy Haslam and husband Gary of Verona, Cynthia Young and husband Pat of Ellsworth; 2 grandchildren Cypress and Logan and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Richard, Roger, and Ronald.
A celebration of Raymond's life will be held at 10 am on May 3, 2025, at Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St., Ellsworth. A private interment will be at Rural Cemetery, Sedgwick at a later date.
Those who desire may make contributions in Raymond's memory to the Downeast Scenic Railroad, P.O. Box 621, Ellsworth, ME 04605.
Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com