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Paul Williams Obituary
WILLIAMS, 68
U.S. Army
LAKELAND - Mr. Paul J. Williams, 68, a native of Madison, FL and resident of Lakeland, FL for 44 years, died October 17, 2009 due to respiratory failure.
He was a retired E4-Sgt. United States Army veteran.
Survivors: wife Janet; loving and devoted daughters, Shama Armstrong (Tyrone) and Rasida Williams; two grandchildren, Jabar and Tyler Armstrong; sister, Marie Mosley (Earl); brothers, Wallace and Joseph Williams; close friend, Emma Williams; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. October 22, 2009 at St. John Primitive Baptist Church, 5235 Old Road 37, Lakeland, FL. Funeral services will be October 24, 2009 at 11a.m. at Mt. Zion Cherry Lake A.M.E. Church, 407 NE Mt. Zion Church Avenue, Madison, FL. Ray Williams Funeral Home, (813) 253-3419.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Williams
November 7, 2009
Our daddy was the best Father a girl could ever have. He will never be forgoten no matter how many years goes by. Our hearts are still hurting and our tears are still flowing, but the joy of knowing that our father MADE PEACE WITH JESUS BEFORE HE SAID GOODNIGHT TO US, HELPS US WITH STAND THE PAIN OF HAVING SOMEONE SO SPECIAL TO US LEAVE THIS EARTH TO JOIN THE LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST.
We would like to say thank-you to everyone who wrote, sent money, cards, phoned and most important showed love, it really means a lot to our family.
Love,
Shama, Rasida,and OUR LOVELY MOTHER WHO'S ALWAYS THERE FOR HER GIRLS EMMA
Beverly & Doris Bailey
October 22, 2009
Paul has made his transition and is missed! I'll missed his mornin' calls to share as he coined it "I got one for your notebook" commentary. At his bd party he was surrounded by family and friend from Tampa, Miami, Madison, etc who displayed their love and affection for him. May God bring you comfort as you reflect on those special moments, precious memories today, as well as days to come. Our sincere condolences to Paul's family.
Ahmed El-Shabazz
October 21, 2009
"Keep up prayer and enjoin good and forbid evil, and bear patiently that which befalls thee. Surely this is a great resolution" Holy Qu'ran 31:17 May ALLAH bring the Williams family comfort in this hour. May your family find great comfort in the memories of our good Brother Mr. Paul Williams. He will be greatly missed. From The El-Shabazz Family.
Kaletha Phillips
October 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Denise Lewis
October 21, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gwen Hardy
October 21, 2009
To Rasida, and your fammily.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. I know that the Lord will comfort you during this time. Always remember the good times and that will help you to smile when you want to cry.My mom sends her love.Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Love you
Theola Dowe,Gwen Hardy,and the Hardy family
Barbara Dupree-Davis
October 21, 2009
To Marie/Siblings: "Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning". It is my prayer that God will strenghten you & your family during the loss of your brother. Paul has gone to a better place where there will be no more pain & suffering. He will truly be missed.
Barbara Davis
October 21, 2009
To the Family: I am saddened to hear of your loss of Paul. I became acquainted with Paul approximarely 20 years ago during our social community activities, and through my job as a legal assistant. He always could brighten a person's spirit with his comical ways. During the Xmas Holidays he use to play Santa Claus for the social club. Paul also loved his family. We all will miss his friendly smile & hope to see him again in the land of milk & honey, where there will be no more howdy, howdy & goodbye--R.I.P.
Lydia Taylor
October 21, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Eleanor Williams
October 21, 2009
Emma,
I was sorry to hear about Paul's passing. You and the girls are in my heart and prayers. Remember that when someone you love become a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
I Love You
Eleanor
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