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for Steve Williams
sandra keith
January 9, 2010
to know you doc daddy was to love you.your friendship i will treasure always.miss ya terribly butknow that you are in gods loving and healing arms.my heart and prayers go out to mama dorothy,jeff,jerry,windham,and stormy-know that one day we will all see him and talk to him again-sandra keith
Percy Pringle III
January 8, 2010
Godspeed my friend.
melonie k
January 6, 2010
got to thinkin more of him today, my life has a void because he is gone, but i know windham has jeff and jerry and moma dorothy to be there for him and guide him always in the way steve would want! he was truly a lovin,wonderful man and windham has a lot to be proud of! steve just wanted to do the last fanfest in new jersey so he could get windham a wonderful christmas for him,isnt that a fathers love,wow! godbless the entire family and know we all truly loved him so much! was lookin forward to spending some time with him and the family! will miss him terribly! godbless yu all! melonie k, greenville,south carolina
Tammy Williams
January 4, 2010
To my Steven, you fought so hard and never gave up.Stormy,Wyndam,Alli-grace,John hudson,Ann claire and I will miss you so much. So until the day we are all together again. Kuuipu my sweetheart my darling. love u Tam
Trey Marabella
January 4, 2010
To the Williams family,
I want to extend my deepest condolences on the loss of Steve"Dr. Death" Williams. I did not know him personally but met him several times during his time with mid-south wrestling and have a cousin who worked out with him and several other current and former pro wrestlers. God Bless you Dr. Death. You will be missed.
Sincerely,
With deep sympathy,
Trey Marabella
Bonnie Gurney
January 4, 2010
our hearts are truly saddened at the death of our friend steve williams .we loved his visits to pentecostal church of god in steger,illinois.he said we left foot prints in his heart,well he left footprints in all of ours.we will truly miss him.we will pray for stormy,wyndam and all other family.on behalf of the church pastors Bonnie Gurney and Randy Dennis our deepest sympathy.truly he will be missed,may God comfort you all
O'C
January 3, 2010
"Thumbs up " Doc.
Rest in peace my friend
My God bless you and your family.
Thanks for everything.
If they only knew!
January 3, 2010
Thumbs up Doc!
Rest in Peace my Friend!
If they only knew!
O'C
sherri goodger
January 3, 2010
Oh my gosh,,,Im reading this on line from Pittsburgh , Pa. I cant believe he's gone. I remember watching him play college ball at OU and then go on to watch him wrestle. My prayers are with his family. Gos Bless You.
Sherri Goodger, Pitts, PA.
Doc Williams and classmate 6/2008
Ruthie Owen
January 1, 2010
I have known Doc since we were 13yrs old. We were close back then, hung out at each other's homes, went to Homecoming with him Sophmore year and then watched his amazing career and re-connected with him in 2004 when he won his 1st battle with cancer. Have talked every week since then, even this past Christmas Day.
We knew Doc Williams, the man and was so proud of his success as an athlete. He truly was my brother, one that we all that knew him, will miss so much, but will celebrate his life.
Steve Stark
January 1, 2010
I met Doc a few years back and every time I saw him it was like we were old friends. I'll miss talking to you. You will always be a great encourager.
L.J. W.
January 1, 2010
The good Doc and Ted Dibiase, and later with Terry "Bam Bam" Gordy. Those were two combinations made the greatest tag team in pro wrestling of all time.
Robert Hardin
January 1, 2010
Doc, I will always remember what a monster you were on the field and the mat, while cherishing the memories of your humor and heart off the field of the play. Jeff, your little brother will be greatly missed by those of us honored to be his teammates. One more time from all of us...Boomer, Doc.
January 1, 2010
My condolences to Steve's Family. Steve will be greatly missed.
God Bless you Dr.Death
Larry Sigala, Warr Acres Oklahoma
Gerri Plain
December 31, 2009
I had the fortune of knowing Steve personally. He was always a top-notch gentleman. I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing. My prayers are with his family during this difficult time. May God grant you peace and comfort.
Eric Donihoo
December 31, 2009
I got to meet Dr Death Steve Williams at a show in Shreveport LA a few years back. We talked for a little while and it felt like I had known him all my life. He was just that type of man who never met a stranger. We will miss you Doc. When Tom told me he was writing your book I said great you are working with one of the best and a legend. Love ya Doc
December 31, 2009
I only met Steve a coupla of times in Texas and Las Vegas but he was such a good person to talk to--He had more than his share of problems but he met it head on, just like he did as a pro-wrestler-Our business is a bit worse for him being gone-but Heaven is a bit better.
Frank Mott, Banning Calif.
December 31, 2009
I never knew Steve Williams personally but as a kid I had a great time watching him wrestle in the Mid-South. May God bless Dr. Death for eternity and may God bless and comfort all of Steve Williams' family, friends, and fans during this time of mourning.
-SP, Oklahoma City, OK
Buddy Rogers
December 31, 2009
Going to miss you Doc...You always made me proud weather it was On the Mat...On the Field...or in the Ring...Or the way that you conducted yourself when facing Death itself...
If I can do half the job with half as much Dignity and Grace I feel I will be a winner too... just like you are and ALWAYS WILL BE....You are RESPECTED and Will Be Missed.
Heath Campbell
December 31, 2009
Steve will be missed greatly. When I was a little kid he was my favorite OU alum. He made us proud to be Sooners. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tiffany Hall
December 31, 2009
I remeber sitting on my dads knee watching Mr. Williams at OU and then being a huge fan of Dr. Death. Steve was such a part of our lives growing up he was like family. I shed unashamed tears at the loss of such a great man and human being. God Bless his family in this time of pain and grief. Remember that Steve touched all of us Oklahomans deep in our hearts. With all my love and blessings.
sandra keith
December 31, 2009
my prayers and condolences go out to the williams family.was privileged to know steve as a friend.enjoyed many delightful meaningful humorous conversations with this wonderful god filled man.will miss him terribly.our loss is heavens gain.see you in heaven steve!! sandra keith
December 31, 2009
Doc was larger than life but had a heart to match it. He was an Oklahoma Sooner through and through. The world is a little dimmer place without his big laugh and kind heart.
Cindy...Cherokee, North Carolina
Dave
December 31, 2009
Rest in peace Brother! You will be deeply missed.
wanda branton
December 31, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
melonie k
December 31, 2009
steve was a great friend of mine, i had met him many years ago but got reaquainted 3 years ago at a fanfest in charlotte,nc! he held a church service there and was so amazing to us all! he was proud of being five years cancer free! now since it came back,he was going to fight the fight as he put it! he said god was his greatest tag partner besides terry that is, and we joked about that, i told him terry would be waiting on him,he smiled about that! he was a great man to all!i sent him a wonderful christmas present from figis.com, he was able to eat the banana bread and the coffee and enjoyed it so much! i miss him so ,it hurts but i know that he is in gods light, he loved his lord and he was a true gentle man in every since, windham had a lot to be proud of in his father! we wish the family all the best, i can see steve right now in a three way tag with gordy and curt henning, having a great time! you go, our beloved boomer sooner,you rock, big doc daddy! melonie k ,greenville,south carolina
Ken
December 31, 2009
May God bless you and your family. Enjoyed watching you in the NWA.
Becky
December 30, 2009
What a shock to hear you are gone. I haven't seen you since we were in college but I have and will always treasure our times together. May God Bless and Keep you and give your family the love and strength they need to survive this terrible loss.
Becky - Denver and OU
Kevin
December 30, 2009
May his family find peace & take some solace in knowing Steve was a great ambassador for OU, a stellar athlete who excelled in 2 sports.... simply unheard of....., & a tremendous showman. We will miss you, Dr. Death.
Sooner Fan in Houston
December 30, 2009
Loved every minute playing with Steve Williams will always be part of the Boomer Sooner Family. My condolences to your family. RIP
Shep, Detroit,MI
Dewayne H. Legge
December 30, 2009
I just want to share a story about Steve that I feel everyone should hear.
Not only was he a great OU player but he had a heart the size of a watermelon!
I took my son to an OU spring game several years ago and Steve showed up at the game, as many of the alumni do.
As the players were warming up, some of the stars would come to the edge of the stands to give autographs.
My son was trying his best to get some of these players autographs, but he was only 7 years old and short and the older kids kept pushing him out of the way to get the players autograph. My son was able to get a few, but kept missing out on most.
At one point, an OU player came to the sideline to give his autograph and my son saw him headed towards the sideline and took off, reaching the sideline even before the player did. He was the first kid there, and was just sure he would get this autograph.
I was off to his side and could see everything that transpired. Steve was standing back behind the player a ways, watching what was going on.
About the time the player reached the sideline, so did 50 other older kids... again, pushing my son aside and getting the players autograph. After about 10 autographs, the player abruptly walkwed away.
I was looking at Steve Williams when the player quit giving autographs, and I saw the most painful expression come across Steves face as he was looking towards the group of kids who were now dispersing. I looked towards my son again.
I could see the look of dejection as tears ran off my son's little face.
Steve also saw my son crying (thus the painful expression I had seen) and he came to the sideline and called out to him.
Curiosity got the best of me and I walked down to see what he would say to my son.
Other kids came running back up, but he asked them all to back off and let my son have his space.
He said..."hello there little buddy, do you know who I am?" Of course my son had no idea who he was, and told him "no".
Steve then told him, "They call me Dr. Death and I used to play football here at OU, would you like my autograph?"
My son lit up like a Christmas tree! Steve gave him his autograph...
To Michael, from your friend Steve "Dr. Death" Williams.
That one autograph was all he talked about for weeks.
When we got home, he wanted me to look him up online and show him all the stories about him. He wanted to know everything he could about this OU great!
That day, Steve "Dr. Death" Williams went to the very top of my list of great OU heros!
I kept thinking that one day I would run into Steve again and I would thank him for being so kind to my son. Unfortunately, I never had that opportunity.
When we think of heros, we tend to think of touchdowns and game winning plays... Steve knew that there is a lot more to being a hero than those things, and he showed it in the way he conducted and shared in the celebrity of his life.
Thank you Steve!
My condolences to the Williams family.
Boomer Sooner!
steven russell
December 30, 2009
My condolences goes out to your family.
Ever since the DOC was introduced into pro-wrestling, I enjoyed watching all his matches while he was with UWF, USWA, Mid-South, WCW and WWE. I am deeply saddened and the fact that both sports had lost a great legend.
To the Greatest Pro wrestling Legend: DOC YOU ARE MAN!
Scott Dawson
December 30, 2009
Doc, I will always cherish our friendship and having the opportunity to play with you. To Jeff, and the Williams family, may God bless all of you. You'll be missed....
Scott Dawson
Bud Guffey
December 30, 2009
I remember going to a show, and when we were pulling into the parking lot, we were stopped by security, so this other car could pull into the venue. When I looked, it was Dr. Death in the front, passenger's side of the vehicle. He gave us a "thumbs up" sign, which I have bragged about since that time. I was only 10 or 11 at the time, but the "thumbs up" has been a big part of my life since then. My entire family and I were saddened by the passing of Dr. Death...we feel like we've lost one of our own. God bless you, Doc!!
Brandon Bishop
December 30, 2009
Go to www.asylumwrestling.com At the bottom of the Index page you can see highlighs from Doc's final match here in Colorado Springs, CO in August 2009 for Asylum Championship Wrestling.. It was a wonderful emotional night for everyone especially Doc. Thank you Doc my dear friend for everything you did for us.. Missing you will be an understatement...
Craig Rabb
December 30, 2009
We mourn your passing. You were, without a doubt, the best heavyweight wrestler in OU history, and, I believe, the best in the country when you were at OU. Good luck in the next life.
Randy Swain
December 30, 2009
One of a kind!! Thanks for the OU football and wrestling memories. Pro wrestling memories.
kevin
December 30, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family RIP Doc
Jason
December 30, 2009
The world has lost a legend. May you rest in peace Doc
Randy Dunn
December 30, 2009
A sad day for the Sooner Nation! My prayers are for Steve's Family. May the 2009 Sooners play extra hard for Doctor Death, we know he has a great view of the game! Booner Sooner
December 30, 2009
The world is a little dimmer without Doc. He was proud to be a Sooner and what a character he was! We will miss his kindness and generosity.
cindy...cherokee, north carolina
Don Cox
December 30, 2009
Loved watching you play. Thanks for the memories
Mike
December 30, 2009
Thanks for all the great memories Steve. You will be missed. My condolences to your family. Boomer Sooner!!!!
david
December 30, 2009
Steve you were a great sooner, we will miss you.
Larry Kalka
December 30, 2009
To Steve Williams family: Steve was one of my favorite linemen to ever play at OU. After a OU/Texas game he came down to the end zone to lead cheers well after everyone else had left the field. He was a true OU star. May God bless you. Boomer Sooner
Johnny Taylor
December 30, 2009
I remember growing up watching Doctor Death in the ring,i was a huge fan.Back a few years ago, he came to speak at my dads church in springer oklahoma,and dad called and told me he was coming,knowing what a huge fan i was.I was glued to his every word,and didnt want the night to end.He was a great person and im so glad i got to meet him that night.I use to smoke,and he convinced me right then and there to kick the habit,and to this day any time someone offers up a cig,i think of that night and just say no thanks.
Alan
December 30, 2009
Steve will be missed by everyone in the Sooner family God Bless
Boomer SOONER
December 30, 2009
To the family---God Bless you and steve.He helped provide many great sooner moments for me. another fan.
December 30, 2009
Dr Death....We speak your name...Rest in Peace
Les Banks
December 30, 2009
To Steve Williams' family: My heart goes out to you. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts especially during this time of the year when it is supposed to be a joyous time of year. I have been an OU fan for many years and enjoyed watching Steve play for the Sooners.
Jamie Jinkerson
December 30, 2009
My husband, Neal and I were the dorm parents for the OU football team when the Wilkinson Dorm first opened in 1978. We had moved to Norman from Denver, and since Steve and his brother Jeff were from the Denver area, we felt a particular bond with them and struck up a friendship with both brothers. Steve was a massive, strong man, but possessed a gentle spirit. We are shocked and saddened to hear of his untimely death. Our love and hearts go out to his family.
ou wrestling fan
December 30, 2009
Our prayers with his family during this time of lost of an outstanding person with great strength
December 30, 2009
My condolences to Steve Williams' family. He was a good man and he gave us alot of good memories. God bless you Steve Williams.
Bill McKee
December 30, 2009
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