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STUART WING WILLIAMS Stuart Wing Williams passed away at the age of 61 on Saturday, January 24, 2009, though his spirit and the memory of his larger-than-life personality will remain with all who knew him. He suffered heart failure while in Palm Beach, Florida, which was one of his favorite places to be. Stuart was a longtime resident of Houston, Texas. Stuart was born on April 8, 1947 to Diana Wing 'Dysie' Davie and John Kress 'Jake' Williams in New York, New York. He lived most of his youth on the east coast where he spent time in Palm Beach and South Hampton and sampled many of the most elite boarding schools the east coast had to offer. At the age of 16, Stuart moved to Houston to join his father. After working with him, he continued his family business and flourished that into a successful career in commercial real estate. Stuart and Jill Williams were married in Houston on November 17, 1995. They were members of River Oaks Country Club, Houston City Club, and Bay Oaks Country Club. Stuart and Jill have been pillars in their community of Clear Lake through their charitable work with The Assistance League of the Bay Area, The Bay Area Museum, and The Lunar Rendezvous Festival just to mention a few. Stuart's proudest achievements were the relationships he forged with the friends and family he leaves behind. He took great pride in the accomplishments of his children, and his only disappointment would be that he was not able to further relish in these accomplishments and see those of his grandchildren. Stuart is survived by his wife, Jill Williams; children, Winston Francis Wing Williams and wife, Jade; Elizabeth Stuart Williams Brite and husband, J.K. and Katie Jill Lacy; grandchildren, Winston Rainer Joseph Williams and Holden Jake Williams; brother, John Kress Williams, Jr. and wife, Lesley and their children. He was preceded in death by his mother Diana Wing Davie and father John Kress Williams. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Gateway Community Church, 706 Clear Lake City Blvd., Webster, TX 77598. A reception will follow at Bay Area Museum, 5001 Nasa Parkway (Nasa Rd. 1), Houston, TX 77058. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to two charitable organizations near and dear to Stuart's heart: The Assistance League of the Bay Area, P.O. Box 591131, Houston, TX 77259-1131 (281) 326-6320 or Bay Area Museum, P.O. Box 58348, Webster, TX 77598-8348 (281) 326-5950 The family would like to sincerely thank the many people who have called to express their condolences and come together to help us through this difficult time. Stuart truly had wonderful friends and an amazing life. 'And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years.' - Abraham Lincoln To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for Stuart Williams
Jan Masters
January 24, 2025
Stuart always had a story to tell!
Nijole Smallwood
February 26, 2009
Jill:I am so sorry for your loss. Stuart was one of a kind, since the first day I meet him. He was so out of the box in his vision and view of the world, he could solve anything. Love you. Nijole
Jill Smitherman
February 23, 2009
Dearest Stuart,
Because of your vision and undying support, the Assistance League of the Bay Area is moving forward with opening a new resale shop. I am confident that you will be watching us from above, making sure that we are paying attention to every detail. You were a person that truly understood what giving of oneself really means! I am forever grateful for your friendship, guidance and support! Our family misses you, "Stu Baby", as John would say!
Patty Whalen
February 17, 2009
Jill,
Deepest Sympathy for your loss.
Stuart will be missed by many.
Matthew Weinman
February 13, 2009
Stuart was my neighbor and my friend. He always wanted to spend time with me, and finally after my company restructured, I had the time to spend with Stuart. We had great visits and talked about everything from Real Estate to how to solve the "worlds" problems. While he left us too soon, his impact will live forever.
Aaron Klopp
February 12, 2009
Jill:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Stuart will forever be in our memories. He was such a wonderful and kind person. You and your family will be in our thoughts .
Stephen & Melissa Klopp
February 12, 2009
Dear Jill,
We are so sorry to hear about Stuart. He was always so wonderful to us and I especially appreciate that you and him both included me in company events. We fondly remember when we all went to Benihana and as we were walking across the street...he mooned us all! Such a wonderful man! We are all richer for knowing you both.
Dr. George Benson
February 10, 2009
Jill, We are so sorry for your loss. I always felt so alive in Stuart's presence, he was quite a cherrleader. He made me feel like I wasn't dreaming big enough. He didn't "think outside the box", because I don't think he knew there was a box. His vision was huge and he helped me expand mine.
I am indebted.
Best to you.
Dinner before my graduation this last year
Hannah Smitherman
February 8, 2009
When thinking of all the memories I have with Stuart, one stands out most vividly to me. This would be one of the first times that I really remember meeting him. It was the Lunar ball when Jacob was a Page and I think Jill was Chairman. I was about 9 years old. My cousins had decided that they had had enough dancing even though I still had plenty of energy. Stuart came over and said "Well you look like a lady that wants to dance" and offered his hand to me. He took me out on the dance floor and halfway through the song he said "You don't remember who I am, do you?" This was unfortunately true, but then with his help I remembered him as Jill's husband and we continued to dance and talk for a few songs.
I have always considered Stuart as another uncle or dad and I will miss him. He taught me so much and always had advice to give. I know that he will still be watching over all of us and will listen or give advice from his place up in heaven.
sam sukkar
February 8, 2009
Jill:
Laura and I are still trying to accept that we no longer have Stuart Wing Williams to liven our day. Our kids were also fond of Mr Stuart and they loved to get the mail, because they knew that Stuart would be there to give them a bag to help carry it home.
He was a PRINCE of a man- the life of the party, the giver of good advice and the ear that would listen to anyones troubles. I don't need to tell you this, as you already know what a great person that he was.
We will all miss him and life will be a little less fun without him.
Sam and Laura Sukkar and Joseph and Hannah Sukkar
Holly Dean
February 6, 2009
Dear Jill and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and yours. We will miss him terribly!
sincerly-
Grooming by Georjean.
Alice Vinson
February 3, 2009
My deepest sympathy for your tragic loss. We all will miss Stuart.
Stephan Robinson
February 2, 2009
Dear Jill and Family,
I will miss Stuart so much. He was always fun and brightened every room he entered.
The service at Gateway was a great tribute to someone who will be dearly missed.
Please keep in touch.
Darla McKitrick
February 2, 2009
Dear Jill and Family,
Stuart was truly one of a kind and will be missed by all who knew him. The Celebration of Life service was a loving tribute to the way he lived his life. In fact, it was almost as if he were there with us. His generosity and spirit will remain always with those he held near to his heart.
Diane Vest
February 2, 2009
Dear Jill and family,
While I was at your beautiful and loving celebration of Stuart's life on Saturday, the line was so long to sign the guest book that I was unable to do so. It is not surprising as there were so many who attended this celebration of his life. What a remarkable man he was, and he will certainly be missed by all who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and my wish is that your wonderful memories of him will bring you joy.
Patty Cooper
February 2, 2009
Great memories of this larger than life man who lived life to the fullest. I will always remember Stuart's dressing in costume for my Masked Magic fundraiser for Communities In Schools and he will forever be Mr. Incredible to me! He will be missed. My heart goes out to Jill and family and you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Patty
Jennie Hampton
February 1, 2009
Jill-
Stuart will be missed by not just by you and your family but the Assistance League of the Bay Area. He helped us in so many ways. He was our "go to" guy. Whether it was finding a location for our Operation School Bell program, contacting Wal-mart for Operation School Bell supplies, teaching us the best way to clean the windows at the resale shop, helping to find a new location for our resale shop after Hurricane Ike and the list goes on and on. His spirit will be with us always as we put caring and commitment into action with our local philanthopies. Thank you Stuart for all you did. You will not be forgotten. We Are Assistance League!
Carrie Kidd
February 1, 2009
Stu-Man was the most wonderful man and boss! My heart is full of sorrow to know that such a great man has left this world. I feel like I kinda grew up w/ Stu. I started working for Stuart & Jill when I was just 19 and only left 51/2 yrs later because he sold the Chateaux Dijon- we were family!. I have always thought of them fondly- the fights, the stories, the jokes and the RED van- Stu drove like a bat out of hell!!! I have always loved your family and I am so sorry for your loss! Love you, Carrie Frances!
jan masters
February 1, 2009
jill, stewart was always so happy, life was good to him. i will say prayers for you. he will be missed.
love janMasters
Arlis Miles
January 31, 2009
Jill, Herb and I send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. He was so loved. Arlis
Brook Boswell
January 31, 2009
I enjoyed working with Stuart for the past 15 or so years and will always remember the fun and zest for life he had and his willingness to be a friend, mentor and coach. His stories would go on and on and were always interesting to me. I can remember all the conversations (with napkin sketches) about the dream house and all the planning and details he put into it and what a wonderful place it turned out to be. I will surely miss him.
Sheila & Art Fichtner
January 31, 2009
We won't forget your giving Sheila the special foods from downtown during her fight with cancer. they provided needed support
You will be missed...GOD BLESS
January 30, 2009
Jill and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you - what a huge loss to you and to the community.
Our sincere sympathy,
Sheila Self and Don Lewis
Jill Williams
January 29, 2009
Dear Stuart,
Kim and Phiet just took care of me. I have no greys and Kim is pissed you switched to Grecian formula. And my hair is curly! We love you Mr. Incredible!!
Love,
Salon Vivid
Phiet, Kim & Jilbur
Stuart Williams
January 29, 2009
Jill; So very sorry to hear of your loss. Not many men walk this earth who can never be forgotten, and his smile and joyful heart will not be forgotten, either. He broke the mold.
My prayers go out to you and yours,
Stuart J. Williams
Pete and Leanne Zamora
January 29, 2009
I will remember Stuart as my dear friend, one who was very smart and giving. Always willing to share what he knows. Stuart loved music and dance, as did I. He introduced me to the IPOD filled with some of his favorite tunes by Luis Migel. I see him dancing in heaven. We will miss you.
Robert Chaffin
January 29, 2009
For the past 33 years I have looked forward to the long and one sided conversations with my buddy Stuart. One of the brightest, most entertaining and unique individuals that I have ever known he will be in my memories forever. As I sit here now I can see Stuart, myself and Jill reclining in the sun alongside his big silver house on wheels tht he loved so much while Stuart lectures on with the breeze and surf accompanying him next to the beach in Galveston. He was a simple yet sophisticated man who loved life and helping his friends which he did many times for me. In his younger days he was also an intimidating tennis player with a booming serve that one would expect from a 6'4" and 240 lb giant of a man. Jill, I know that Stuart loved you with all his heart....you were his best friend as well as his wife and lover. Winston and Elizabeth take heart in knowing that you had a father who adored you, was eternally proud of you and would do anything for you. We will all miss the big fellow for he was a man that cannot be forgotten. He has left us much too soon !!
Paul Tripplehorn
January 29, 2009
Stuart has left a great gift to this world with his children, Liz and Winston. We thank the Lord for the gift of his life and the lives of his children and grandchildren. My best to your families. Paul Tripplehorn
What fun memories with a wonderful guy who had a heart of gold. Stuart has made a difference in so many lives. He has in ours. We will miss our friend. Love and prayers, Jill sweetie...we are here for you...Paul and Valerie
Paul and Valerie Riddle
January 29, 2009
Kerr Taylor
January 29, 2009
Dear Jill,
I knew Stuart from many years of tennis on the courts at the City Club. He was a wonderful guy and I know the angels are laughing a little more this evening with his presence among them.
Best Regards,
Kerr
Joel Dickinson
January 29, 2009
Dear Jill and family,
What can I say except Stu will be greatly missed. I used to treasure when you guys would stop by the store and Stu would discuss his latest "projects". Clear Lake won't be the same. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Scalf Sr
January 28, 2009
Jill,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. He was a neat guy. Kathy and I really enjoyed photographing your wedding on November 17, 1995. May God be with you in this time of great loss and help you though it. You will be in our prayers
Larry Bush
January 28, 2009
Jill...
Stuart was certainly a "One of Kind" friend. I enjoyed my bike rides and visits with him and all his good BS that always ended with good advise.
We will miss him dearly for more reasons than can be written in this short note.
Larry and Betsy Bush
Laine Bagby
January 28, 2009
Dear Jill and family,
Your Stuart always seemed larger than life and always seemed to be enjoying so much of life. Our deepest condolences at this shocking loss. Please know everyone in the Bay Area supports you at this sad time. Warmest regards Laine and Larry Bagby
Tommy and Karen Royce
January 28, 2009
How shocked we are to hear of Stuart's death. He was a great guy with a great heart, indeed. He will be missed by all.
DIANE G
January 28, 2009
While I did not know this man, he sounds like he was a wonderful person that I would have enjoyed knowing. My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Janet Zaborowski
January 28, 2009
Jill,
My love and prayers are with you.
Janet Z.
Lynda Forsthoffer
January 28, 2009
We will surely miss the Big Guy with the Big Smile and Big Heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with Stuart's family.
With Love,
Lynda and Ray
Harry
January 28, 2009
Dear Jill, Winston and Liz
I'm so sorry for your loss. You know how much Stuart meant to me. Pictures of him with Jill are scattered throughout my apartment. I'll never the time that Winston and Liz and Stuart stayed at my home in Easthampton.
I will miss him immensely.
Remember his classic phrase, 'it's never too late to have a happy childhood.'
He was one of a kind.
All my love and prayers are with you.
Harry
Ann Abercrombie Paschal
January 28, 2009
I am so saddened to read this. Jill you and the family will be in my prayers during this very difficult time. My favorite memory of Stuart was when we were paired together to attend a deb party. He was a great date because I didn't have to babysit him. We would arrive and then meet up at the end of the evening. Each time we would run into each other we would always continue to laugh about our dates. Also I would remind him that we were not in Palm Beach so he would need to wear socks. I will miss this warm and wonderful man. God bless you.
ED Rutledge
January 28, 2009
Ed Rutledge
"My humble sympathies"
Annie and Hal Owen-Pontez
January 28, 2009
Stuart, a true friend, was indeed larger than life. Annie and I are fortunate to have had him in ours.
Raymond Goodrich
January 28, 2009
To the family and friends of Stuart Williams:
Stuart Williams led a uniquely charmed and interesting life. Scion of two prominent New York and Connecticut families, he cut a fascinating and extraordinary figure through the Houston, Texas of my youth. Always the life of any party, no lady was safe from the beguiling and teasing ways of big handsome Stu. I counted him among my oldest friends. Generous and affable, he had a dry wit that was murderous. Some of my best moments in life were spent in his company. Now dead at 61, I know that he was looking forward to the next phase of his life. It is very sad and disappointing that Stuart did not live to see it fully, but I take great solace that he came to embrace his faith in his Creator during his final years.
Rest peacefully, dear friend. You are going to be missed. You were one-of-a-kind.
With my condolences to wife Jill, mother of his children, Jan, his children, and to all of Stuart's family and his legions of friends and associates, I am,
Your sad friend,
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