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ZEMA WILLIAMS "Chief Zee"
Peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at his home. He is survived by his loving children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, Geraldine Jackson and a host of relatives, close friends; and the devoted Redskins Nation #HTTR. Visitation on Wednesday, July 27 from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Glenarden, 600 Watkins Park Drive, Upper Marlboro, MD, 20774. Interment Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Jacksonville, FL. Arrangements entrusted to Jordan Funeral Service, Washington, DC and Marion Graham Mortuaries, Jacksonville, FL.
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for ZEMA WILLIAMS
Bonita
July 21, 2025
You are truly missed. Gone but never forgotten!! RIHP...
Dave "Spiggy Hogette" Spigler
July 20, 2023
I am happy to have been one of the Chief's friends during our days of rootin' on our beloved Redskins!!! Chief was a wonderful man, friend and gentleman. We did many gigs together and he was a lot of fun especially with the children. When Zee passed, I did his story for the County Times here in Southern Maryland. He truly was loved by many many folks down here! Thanks for the memories Chief!
David Leonard
July 7, 2021
Got to scream with him at many a game at RFK and Fed Ex Fields!! A true Fanatic in every sense!! He stood behind the Redskins, win, lose, or Draw!!! A true fan!! Thanks Chief!!! #HTTR4LIFE
Nick Nerangis
July 20, 2020
What a fine man. I enjoyed cheering with him and exciting 'Skins fans. We will remember him always for his contributions to our team and our hometown,.
Doug Bormida
July 29, 2016
Chief,
Thanks for EVERYTHING!...been reppin my particular redskins Jersey you autographed for me!....WE'RE going to miss you emencely!!
God Speed
Phil Mckee
July 28, 2016
I remember Chief Zee from the "early days " at RFK. May you rest in peace Chief Zee .....May God Bless !
Stacy Alonso
July 28, 2016
What a sincerely powerful staple to the Redskins Nation. As kids watching the games on tv we would play "where's the chief?" He will be truly missed by so many. Chief will forever be in our hearts.
Chief and Moe at Redskins Park
Michael "Moe" Murphy
July 28, 2016
Zema Williams was a great friend and a greater Man. I will never forget all the fun we had together at Redskins Park, Richmond and FedEx Field. As you always used to say to me, God Bless you Man!
July 28, 2016
Chief, it truly was an honor knowing you. I will always treasure our time partying together, especially in Florida with GW. May you rest in peace.
dibba
July 27, 2016
The r redskin family will miss you.
July 27, 2016
Chief, take your rest
DL
john teegen
July 27, 2016
chief,you will always be mr redskin to me. god bless you and your family. i hope you have the best seats in the house from now on.
Susan Gundling
July 27, 2016
He was a class act. I knew him both before and after I became a member of the Hogettes. I first met him at RFK in the late 70s. He always made time for the sick children and others. I never saw him complain. He was the best fan ever and his legacy will always live on. Beloved by thousands. He will be missed!!
Dallas Fan
July 27, 2016
To the family of Mr. Zema Williams, my prayers are with you at this time. He touch many Redskin fans during his life time, and he himself enjoyed the Washington Redskins. I am a Dallas fan but I had the pleasure of meeting him and he was a very kind man.
Stacy Taylor
July 27, 2016
To the family of Mr. Zema Williams aka our beloved "Chief Zee". My deepest condolences for your loss. I'm so thankful to have had the pleasure of meeting him several times and each time he was his happy, fun self. May God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time. RIP Chief Zee....Gone but never forgotten. Thanks for giving us so many great years. The Redskins family will never be the same without you.
Stacy Taylor
July 27, 2016
Priscilla Moore
July 27, 2016
RIP Chief Zee,
will miss your face in the crowd at the Redskins games. You are truly the ultimate fan. Peace in Glory
Diana Moaten
July 27, 2016
RIP. You will be missed. You were and always will be a loyal fan!!!!!
Cherryl H
July 27, 2016
I am so glad I got to meet you as a business man and as a fan of the Redskins. The Redskins have lost 2 of their biggest fans in 2016 you and my dad. RIP Chief Zee until we meet again.
Me & the "Chief" at a fan event in Va Beach in 2007
Sherry Ellis
July 27, 2016
RIP Chief Zee...we in Redskins nation will miss you...we will never forget the example you've set for us so that we can carry your spirit w/us into every new football season. A kind soul who always had/made time for the fans! We love you and we pray for peace for your family in this time of sorrow.
Deborah Bobo
July 27, 2016
God Bless you Chief Zee for all the Love and support that you gave Our City Washington Redskins for Life. I also knew this man when he was a car dealer and I bought a car from him what a wonderful person. R.I.P.
Andrea Chanelle
July 27, 2016
RIP Zema,
You will be missed but never forgotten.
We will win the Super Bowl.
Hugs my Friend.
Andrea the little German Redskins Fan
Anthony Lewis
July 27, 2016
The greatest fan ever,we will miss your smile,your energy at the game,s and most of all you! May you forever be known as BIG CHIEF ZEMA !! God bless you!
Bernie and Sherry long
July 27, 2016
You have been here since I was a kid. You will be truly missed.
Chad Morgan
July 27, 2016
I had the opportunity to meet the Chief at the Draft Day party at FedEx in 2014. He rolled up in his little black four door and simply went to the trunk and whipped out his scooter. He went all around the stadium that day high fiving people. I high fived him and you can tell he was a sincere man. The best the Redskins have had or ever will. Rest well, sir...
Arlene Swilling
July 27, 2016
"Most loyal fan of all"
You cheered during the season at every single game
Hot weather, rain and even snowflakes you yelled just the same
The Redskins was honored to have a man who stood faithfully on the field with them
Win or lose you never waivered, never walked away from them
The most loyal fan of all your cheers may now be a whisper
As you cheer from heaven above
Remembering the good times with so much love
Of the team you proudly wore the colors so proud and true
Rest in peace Chief Zee we'll all miss you
Prayers for the family, peace be with you.
Angela McFadden
July 26, 2016
R. I. P. Zema. I'm glad I met him in 1984 when he sold me my first car. Over the next six years we spent a lot of time together and he shared his birthday with my daughter. My family loved him. May the Williams family find peace in knowing that he suffers no more. Much love to Zee.
July 26, 2016
I'm glad that I had the privilege to meet you. Growing up New York I never thought I would. Tailgating was a great time.
Bob Cunningham
July 26, 2016
Met Chief Zee at Draft Party this year. I'm a die hard Eagles fan, but bought a Redskins Jersey with Jackson on it #11. I got my picture taken with Chief Zee and he treated me like family. Rest in peace my brother. You will be missed forever.
In deepest sympathy!!
Laverne Montgomery
July 26, 2016
Dear Williams Family,
May God's loving presence comfort you, His perfect peace restore you during this time of loss. To our dear son-in-law Derrick and his loving mother and family, you have our deepest sympathy! "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4 your loving mother-in-law and her family,Laverne Montgomery -Atlanta,GA
May Ling & Sonny Rules Russell
July 26, 2016
RIP Chief Zee. The memories you left us with will never be forgotten. You were loved by so many. Thank you for the priviledge of knowing you and spending Christmas dinner with us. It was a real thrill for our family. You will be missed at the Skins games but your spirit will live on. RIP HTTR
Beth and Lauren Larimer
July 26, 2016
Rip chief Zee ... Redskin nation will miss you HTTR !!!!
Katrice Wingfield
July 26, 2016
You are going be miss I still don't believe god took u home well I know you looking down on ur redskin family we love you and miss you
LaVita Sterling
July 26, 2016
Rest in Paradise Chief Zee, you will truly be missed on the big screen and MOST definitely at FedEx Field!!!!
#HTTR ❤ ❤ ❤
MaryLeone Brumm
July 26, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with all of Chief Zee's friends and family as we all will miss his enthusiasm for the Redskins. HTTR Chief and may you love keeping watch over all of us from your place in heaven.
LaTanya Wise
July 26, 2016
Chief Zee you will be truly missed. FedEx field will never be the same. Your presence was always a pleasure. May your soul rest easy. Enjoy Heaven and God Bless you.
Jenn Reid
July 26, 2016
You are one of a kind and can never be replaced. You will be deeply missed at all Redskin events. It has been an honor knowing you through the years. Rest in peace.
July 26, 2016
Condolences to the family. Loved Chief Zee !
Bonita Porter
July 26, 2016
Zee you will be truly missed by my Mom and the family! We will remember all the good times we shared!!!! You were loved by many!! Rest in peace!!!!
CAROLYN JACKSON PITT
July 26, 2016
R.I.P. CHIEF ZEE.
Cynthia Porter-Graham
July 26, 2016
Rest In Peace Chief Zee, you will be missed, especially when the Redskins and Dallas play!
Hazel Coleman
July 26, 2016
May God rest your soul, Chief. Just so sorry that I did not get the chance to speak with you again! I will forever remember the time back in the day when you visited a very good friend of mine and you made my cigarette disappear and to this day, I Never found it and being the Cowboys fan as I am, You told me that if I don't stop talking bad about the Redskins that I would find it. Lol But I will truly miss you and I pray that you find great peace in your new home. We all loved you but God loved you best! Rest in perfect peace, my friend!
July 26, 2016
Our deepest sympathy James and Virginia Rogers Loris, S.C.
SPIGGY HOGETTE
July 26, 2016
REST IN PEACE MY GOOD FRIEND
July 26, 2016
Zee: You will be missed. It was great sharing our love for " The Skins." Nickette Hogette
July 26, 2016
You were a part of Redskins history, Chief! You will be missed.
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