Thomas Raymond Williams
Thomas Raymond Williams
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Thomas Williams Obituary
Thomas Raymond Williams, 83, of Poplar Bluff, MO passed away on August 20, 2025, at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center.
Tommy was born on October 9, 1941, to Thomas and Mary Elizabeth (Godwin) Williams in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. He married Gloria Morgan on March 9, 1973, at Highland Drive Church of Christ in Poplar Bluff, MO.
Tommy was a hard worker, working a Florsheim Shoe Factory for 18 years, TRC as a custodian, and faithfully around the church. He was a loving husband to Gloria and cared for her deeply. Tommy will be missed by those who knew him.
Tommy is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gloria; and one cousin, Kitty Ruth.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Mary.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 25, 2025, from 11:00-noon at Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services in Poplar Bluff, MO. Funeral Services will follow beginning at noon with Brother Wayne Curry and Brother Dustin Wilson officiating. Burial will take place at Sparkman Cemetery.
Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to serve the family of Thomas Raymond Williams. Online condolences can be made at www.cwrfcs.com
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