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Derrick Williams Sr. Obituary

Derrick Charles Williams, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Thursday, June 13, 2024, at the age of 47. He was a native of Metairie, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Derrick was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and a former manager of Family Dollar. Loving father of Derriaun Chasity Williams and Derrick Charles Williams, Jr. Special friend of Dawaker Cole. Beloved son of Burnell C. Williams and Brenda Collins Spottsville. Stepson of Junior Ray Spottsville. Grandson of the late Walter and Mildred Collins. Devoted brother of Kevin Joseph White, Duane Anthony White, Shannon Rene' Spottsville, and the late Brandi Raychelle Spottsville. Derrick is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. until service time at the parlor. Interment: Woodlawn Park Memorial Cemetery-Westwego, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 26 to Jun. 27, 2024.

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Andrea Harris

June 30, 2024

I'm remembering the talks we've had. You will be highly missed my friend .

Gale Darensburg Byes

June 28, 2024

My dear Brenda, my heart aches for you and your family. I can´t make it, but my Prayers are with you always. God Bless you.

Taza Valentine

June 28, 2024

I met you through my big cuz Bernard and you became family immediately and a good friend, You will truly be missed the three of us have shared so many memories and laughs. Take your rest my brother, See you in the morning.

Jackie Kennedy Shine

June 28, 2024

We send our deepest sympathies to you in the loss of your son. My heart goes out to you and we are praying for your peace and comfort.

Daisy M. Jackson

June 27, 2024

Brenda, I'm just seeing this sadness, though you have all my condolences. God bless you.

Jeanne Larrieu

June 26, 2024

Sending my deepest condolences Brenda to you and your family from my family off of Constantine Dr. My sons are very heartbroken because Boo was like a brother to them and he always called me mom. Sending love from Larry, Kareem, Louis, Christopher, Brandon, Missy and their Mother we love you Boo R.I.P.

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10:00 a.m.

Davis Mortuary Service Inc; Marrero - Marrero

6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA 70072

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