Jeff Williams was born on July 14, 1954 In Tulare, California to Phyllis and Dennis Williams. He graduated from Montgomery High School in Santa Rosa, California in 1972 and subsequently obtained a Bachelor of Social Science degree from Chico State University. He was the director of Wimbledon House in Placerville from 1982 to 1989, working with multiple youth who were placed there by various counties to assist them in altering the course of their lives. One of his most memorable adventures in this job was taking his boys on a bicycle trip across the country with other staff members.

Jeff worked as a probation officer at Napa County Probation Department for 25 years and was assigned to both the juvenile and adult divisions, primarily specializing in supervising clients who were residing in out of home placement treatment programs. Jeff always went the extra mile to be certain his clients obtained maximum benefits from these facilities to enable them to succeed in life and become law abiding citizens. He was one of the most knowledgeable placement probation officers in Northern California at the time of his retirement in 2012. Jeff had a huge giving heart which he often showed with his co-workers, clients and also complete strangers.

Jeff and his wife of 32 years, Elizabeth, were big dog lovers and enjoyed traveling, spending time with friends and watching many sporting events. They moved from Napa to Salinas, California in 2016 so they could reside in Monterey County, where Elizabeth was raised and as they wanted to live near very close friends. Jeff was the life of many parties. He loved to laugh and was a social butterfly who would begin conversations with anyone in multiple settings. He was a guy who would literally give the shirt off his back to help friends or family.

Jeff passed away on September 25, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth, siblings Jackie, Jamie and Jana, his daughter, Michelle and grandsons, Aaron and Adrian.

Jeff was highly regarded by numerous individuals who worked in the criminal justice field and his personality, big heart and love of laughter will be deeply missed by many friends and family. The world will never be the same without Jeff spreading his love and positivity. He was a friend and mentor to countless people and was deeply admired and appreciated by many individuals who were fortunate to know him or have him assigned as their probation officer. He positively altered the lives of innumerable individuals while performing a job he loved with all of his heart. Rest in peace Jeff.

Jeff requested a very small funeral service with only close friends and family. Donations in Jeff's memory can be made to the SPCA of Monterey County where his beloved dog, Pontus, was adopted. Donations to this organization can be sent to PO Box 3058, Monterey, CA. 93942.

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Published by Napa Valley Register on Oct. 1, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeff Williams

9 Entries

Jennifer Mijangos

October 30, 2024

Jeff was my uncle, and was one of my closest family members. He always ensured, along with my aunt Elizabeth, that I had a Christmas and birthday every year during my childhood. When I would come visit, he would take me on rides on his motorcycle and took me to my one and only giants game. He was so much fun to spend time with and talk to, and was one of the kindest humans I've ever known. He is always loved and missed.

Marina Espinoza

January 24, 2023

I´m so sorry to hear of your passing Mr Williams . I want to say you were the best person in my life while I was growing up . You guided me and taught me how to take on this crazy world and you always listened to me and always had that smile I have thought about you threw out the years and always wanted to reach out now I wish I had Rest easy and know u did good for me and my life thank you for all Jeff . Marina Espinoza

Mackey Olson

October 18, 2021

Jeff was a good man with a big heart. He was a genuine person that made a difference for many.
Much love and respect!

Kristine Raneri aka Glammie

October 9, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. He was such a wonderful person and a very dear friend. He will be greatly missed.

Sindy Biederman

October 9, 2021

To a man who had the biggest heart, greatest laugh and compassionate soul....you will be missed greatly but remembered forever. RIP

Tricia Crowley

October 7, 2021

Jeff was a wonderful man, an inspiration. You knew that he truly cared about the young people he worked with. He was the kind of person who we desperately need more of. He was rare. My heartfelt condolences to Elizabeth, his friends and family. Tricia Crowley

Jeremy Doshier

October 3, 2021

Jeff was my probation officer when I was a teenager in the early 90's. He was a good Man that you could tell cared about the youngsters he supervised. RIP Jeff.

Eileen Brown

October 3, 2021

Sometimes God puts people in our life path to help us along . He was one of those people.

Getting through teenage years seemed impossible but Jeff encouraged me and made me feel hopeful.
I know that buying me the new Chili Peppers cd was not in your job description but that was the little things he did that would make the difference. I´m so grateful that you were in my life over 20 years ago.

Julie Flowers

October 1, 2021

I am very sad today, as I learned of Jeff's passing from my former boss at Edward Jones, in Santa Rosa. Jeff always had me smiling and laughing when he called in. He was such a very nice man. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

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