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Landon Williams Obituary
Pastor, Leader, Philanthropist, Humanitarian, Activist and Author are words synonymous with Dr. Landon L. Williams, Sr. As an underprivileged youth, raised during the Great Depression, Dr. Williams watched his Mother attempt to care for him and his twin brother. The already bleak period pf the Great Depression coupled with the meager earnings from his mother's income would be his encouragement to become employed. He started as a laborer and eventually, he was named as the youngest President of the International Longshoremen Association (local 1408/1408A) (1960-1983). Additionally, he was voted as Vice President of the Longshoremen's Association, AFL-CIO (from 1972-1983) and he served as the Regional Vice President of the South Atlantic & Gulf Coast District. Dr. Williams not only provided jobs to minorities who would otherwise be marginalized during tenure, but he also completed contract negotiations that brought the men of the Union, over one-hundred million dollars, while assisting to make Jacksonville, Florida a Port of prominence. Discrimination in the health care system had a direct negative impact on the health and wellbeing of many Blacks in Duval County. Dr. Williams reflects on a time where medical treatment for Blacks would not be granted by Duval Medical Center unless it was after 5:00p.m. The imagery of the building taunted Dr. Williams and he vowed: if he was ever in a position to help those that were misfortunate (referencing their health care), he would do so. In 2004, Dr. Williams opened Agape Community Health Centers. Agape Center offers comprehensive affordable primary Health care services which include Dental, Behavioral Health and Educational Services to those needing financial assistance as well as those who are insured. Dr. Williams pastored for over fifty years and was a spiritual adviser for many, including U.S. Senators, Mayors, and layperson of the faith. At his passing, he serves as the Pastor of Greater Macedonia Baptist Church, where he has Pastored since 1976. Under his leadership, the church partnered with the "Picerne Development Company" to build a 120-unit Apartment Complex for Senior citizens which is formerly named "Rosalind Villas" commemorative to his late wife. Previously, Dr. Williams was recognized by multiple Civil, Labor and National groups but, he felt that the greatest award which could ever be afforded to him, was his reflection that his living has made someone's life better. Dr. Williams was preceded in death by his wife the late Rosalind Priscilla Boglin Williams. Also, Dr. Williams is a father of five children: Yolanda, Reginald (Lorraine), Lanita (Elijah), Michell and Landon, Jr., as well as a grandfather to Reginald, Jr., Nahshon, Lonnie, Justin-Isaiah, Lauren, Landon, Zachariah, Rezell, Trey, Justin and a host of great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, church family, fraternity and ILA brothers and sisters. Funeral Service will be held Saturday at 11:00am at his church, Greater Macedonia Baptist Church of Northside. A Wake Service will be held on Friday at his church from 6-8pm. Entombment in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by: JAMES GRAHAM MORTUARY, INC. 3631 MONCRIEF ROAD.
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Dr. V. Robinson Coleman
June 17, 2024
Dr. Landon Williams will always be remembered.
Chrystal Waldrop
February 22, 2024
And His NAME, Through Faith in His NAME, the Faith, by Him, hath given Him, this "PERFECT SOUNDNESS" in the presence of you all, excerpt from the ACTS OF THE APOSTLES, THE HOLY BIBLE, KJV. Rev. Will A. Waldrop, Sr., was just an Usher at our church, St. Matthew Baptist, Rev. George A. Price, Pastor,when his United States Navy Active Duties required him to relocate to one of three, United States Navy installations in Jacksonville, Fl, and after a call from the Lord to preach the gospel as a full time minister, after church, many times, my dad, Rev. Will A. Waldrop, Sr., my mother, and myself, drove in nearby neighborhoods and admired the beautiful homes in the area, one of the homes belonged to a prominent businessman and his family, who was known for having one of the most beautiful homes in our city. We drove near Mr. Landon Williams home many "Sunday" afternoons, when one day, a childhood friend invited me to go bike riding with her, I agreed, as we traveled a street that was near to my home, then a block that lead near that beautiful home, we often drove slowly past, and then, the ACTUAL STREET the home was on and THEN the SAME "DRIVEWAY" until, her bike wheels and then mine, turned into THE VERY DRIVEWAY, of the family, I only knew as the people, with that beautiful home I, wish ours was as big as, when the friend parked her bike and walked up to their DOOR, I almost FAINTED, then as she began to notice how SHOCKED I was, she explained This was her GODMOTHER house, the door unlocked, her GODMOTHER invited us in, and this was the manner I was introduced to one of Northside Jacksonville, Florida's most successful businessmen, who also became Pastor of one of the most visited Baptist Churches in our city, and whose musician was, accomplished Teacher, Director and Pianist, Mr.Virdell Jakes, Jesus said, "Where I'm going you know and the way you know", His Disciple said, "Lord we don't know where you're going, how can we know the way?" Jesus replied, "I am the way, the truth and the life," may you be able to explore and find a devoted Father, Pastor, Husband, Business and Activist Leader as Landon Williams demonstrated with his lifestyle instead of just with the mere words of the mediocre:
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Yvonne
June 17, 2023
I asked Mr Wiiliams for a job (this was over 30yrs ago.) I wanted to work the docks and make big money like the men. He told me no however I can get you an office job. Back then there no women on the docks. I think look at those docks now. He was an awesome person He did offer me a job. This motivated me to go back to college. Thx Mr. Williams
Yvonneso
June 28, 2021
So sorry for your loss. He was an awesome man. I asked for a job once ( I wanted to be a longshoremanwoman) doing the same jobs as the men he looked at me and laughed. He will be missed however remember all of the good years you shared. Peace. Joy .
Wilene Dennis Dozier
June 28, 2021
To the Williams family: God Bless You during this time of mourning.
Queen Esther Jenkins Wilson
June 27, 2021
I´m so sorry for your loss. Rev Williams and I attended Oakland Elementary School together.May God comfort and strength you.
Charlie and Ollie Turner
June 26, 2021
God placed you here and we all are blessed for knowing you. Take a seat now Pastor and rest. Peace and Blessings to the family and friends
Chaplain Fritz and Joyce Spence
June 26, 2021
We were many times blessed by the sermon and worship as we visited the Macedonia Church Family.
Tommie Benton
June 26, 2021
my condolences goes out to the Williams family,may God continue to Bless you ya'll real good.
Tasha Coleman
June 26, 2021
My sincere condolences. A photo of me on my way to midweek Worship 45 minute drive one way.Pastor you will truly be missed. I have yet been able to find a Pastor since I relocated 8 years ago to match the teaching of the word and the understanding you gave me. You will truly be missed.
Iris Spratling
June 26, 2021
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Williams family and the Greater Macedonia church family. Praying the memories of Dr. Landon Williams will forever be in your hearts. Well done thy good and faithful servant...Well Done! We´ll see you in that great getting up morning!
Kay Poole
June 25, 2021
Thank you for being a spiritual leader to my family. It was great how you took to both of my sons as they were growing up. After church, we loved talking to you because no matter how many people were in the church, you made time to always talk and say how big the boys were growing. RIH Pastor Williams.
Dr. LaVern Hill
June 25, 2021
May the love of God be with you during this time. Dr. Williams was a great man who cared about everybody! During many of his presentations, Dr. Williams would talk about the goodness of God! He was an acquaintance of my Father, the late Sr. Bishop Albert Hill, D.D. Dr. Williams shared some memories with me that I really appreciated. My prayers are with the family!!
The Peterson Family
June 25, 2021
Our prayer is that The Holy Spirit will comfort the family during this time!
Tracy Mccray
June 25, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person and pastor. We will love you and miss you always from the Mccray family what you taught us irreplaceable and we will carry it deep within "Great is thy Faithfulness, God bless your family during this time.
Tracy Mccray
June 25, 2021
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.
Lovette McGill
June 25, 2021
Condolences to the Williams family on the loss of "The Legend" I will miss our talks on how to navigate the ILA special thanks to Mrs Anne McGeathy for the care you gave him
Dr. V. Robinson Coleman
June 25, 2021
Dr. Williams had a friendly and caring spirit. Great pastor, advisor, and counselor. Will be truly missed.
Dr. L. & M. H. Goode
June 25, 2021
The Officers & Members of Greater Hill's Temple-Faith United COLG., Inc., expresses our condolences to the Williams Family, and the Macedonia Church Family. May God strengthen you during this difficult time.
Gloria Groomes
June 25, 2021
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Praying for comfort and peace.
He will truly be missed
Hope White
June 25, 2021
I was baptized by him and raise up in Macedonia Baptist Church I luv to him preach you will be truly missed. R.I.H.
Lorraine kirkland and Family
June 25, 2021
Nahshon, I am so sorry to hear of y´all loss.I cannot begin to imagine the pain and heartache y´all must be going through right now.May the sadness y´all heart feels be replaced with joy, remembering the good times shared.Our thoughts and love are with you and your family.
Algernon Roundtree
June 25, 2021
Dr Williams was a champion of the all people he was caring he would go the Goverment city state or naional to make things happen for his people. He will be truly missed. My condolences to the Family
Mr & Mrs Robert Jarrell
June 25, 2021
Reggie, May God continue to Bless you and your family. Your, father did a lot of great things, he will always be remembered. " Stay STRONG"
Rosaland Jackson Jenkins
June 25, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
PARTHENIA Thomas Corner (Pat)
June 25, 2021
I truly would not have enough space to say all that I wold love to say and share. But, I will say this much. Pastor Landon Williams was a very good and, caring person. I met him through my father, they were very, very, close friends and, my father was also a past member of Greater Macedonia. The late, Mr.Elijah Thomas Jr. Also, known by most longshoremen, as UNCLE BUCK! I would like to extend my condolences to Yolanda and family, from the Thomas- Corner family. May the good Lord up above continue to Bless you all as the days come and go and, may the family know, from all that knew, and cared for Pastor Williams, that he was a great person that will always be remembered, for all that he did and shared with the community of those less fortunate. May GOD forever Bless his loving soul until we all meet again on the other side. Yolanda and family, STAY STRONG, AS SO WAS YOUR FATHER.
Patrice Walker Robinson
June 24, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Williams Family, I´ve them for a number of Since visiting Yolanda on West 28th Street. God Bless you all.
Shirl Regina Williams Everett
June 24, 2021
Sending prayers of comfort to the Williams Family on the passing of their father, grandfather and Pastor.
H. Diane Lewis Gardner
June 24, 2021
I have known my/our Pastor all my life my mother and father were the reason pastor accepted the appointment of becoming our great pastor he moved us to higher heights his wisdom and knowledge carry us to places unknown and we landed feet first as a church, he was a walking bible anything we share with him about what was going on in our lives he told us where to find your answer in the Bible chapter book verse and page off the top of his head he gave us all we needed for our spiritual walk he spoke life into his congregation and we tried to live be his teaching . Pastor I will never forget you with all that I have. Rest well will see you in the morning thou good and faithful servant.
Carlotta
June 24, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Carol Griffin
June 23, 2021
Levi Griffin and family would like to send condolences to the Williams family of the passing of pastor Landon Williams Sr the Griffin family also like to let you know you're always in our PRAYERS
John Keane
June 23, 2021
I met Rev. Landon Williams at a Labor rally in the early 70's, while serving as the Business Agent of the Jacksonville Association of Fire Fighters. During our many conversations, Rev. Williams shared many "pearls of wisdom" that were invaluable to me. May he rest in the Peace of Our Lord.
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