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PLYMOUTH — Robert M. Williams, 94, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2018.
He was the son of the late David and Lora (Batz) Williams. Bob graduated from Coughlin High School, Class of 1942, where he excelled in basketball. He also won numerous medals and awards as a member of the YMCA swim club. Bob was part of the Greatest Generation, serving during World War II in the U.S. Army in the Philippines, Okinawa and Japan. He was honorably discharged as a master sergeant.
He spent the majority of his working career in the commercial aviation industry employed for several regional and national carriers. He retired from Eastern Airlines in 1986.
During his retirement, Bob enjoyed spending time with his family and playing golf with his friends. He was a member of All Saints Parish, Plymouth, and a former member and Past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus.
Bob was also a volunteer for Meals on Wheels.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary, to whom he was married for 65 years; and sister Catherine Russell.
Bob is survived by daughter Maura (Michael) Shea; sons Robert (Sandy) Williams and Mark (Jill) Williams; grandchildren Bridget, Eileen, Lauren, Matthew, Lindsey, Nina and Mark; great-grandchildren Genevieve, Michael, Camilla, Nolan, Owen and Liam.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at 11 a.m. in All Saints Parish, 66 Willow St., Plymouth. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Mercy Center Nursing Unit, 301 Lake St., Dallas.
The family would like to thank Dr. John Carey and the staff at Mercy Center for the kindness and compassion shown to Bob during his stay.
Funeral arrangements by Kielty-Moran Funeral Home, 87 Washington Ave., Plymouth.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert Williams
May 19, 2018
Those who pass on God Keeps in his memory because he cares for them. Sorry for your loss.
May 14, 2018
Bob, Sandy, Mark and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Betsy and Art DalSanto
Nancy and Allan Valunas
May 12, 2018
So sorry to read of your Dad's passing. May you find peace in all your wonderful memories.
Ann Marie & Jim Karafonda
May 12, 2018
Mark, Jill, and family... So sorry to read of your dad's passing. May our thoughts and prayers for your dad bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Margaret & Gordon Fry
May 12, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. He was an amazing man!! Our Deepest Sympathy.
Frank Kulick
May 12, 2018
Condolences, to the Williams family.
Rich and Judy Heiser
May 12, 2018
Mark, Jill and family,
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your dad and grandpa. His eternal journey will continue free of worry, pain and the concerns of this world. Treasure wonderful memories. You are always in our thoughts.
Phyllis Corley
May 12, 2018
My condolences to all. Thoughts and prayers. He was a great man ,enjoyed being around him.
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