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Roger Williams Obituary

WILLIAMS PILOT MOUNTAIN - Brother Roger Dale Williams, age 66, dedicated Marine, servant of the Lord, beloved husband, devout father, grand-father and brother, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday, November 6, 2010 in Wyoming. He was born August 27, 1944 in Bryson City, NC to the late Howard & Naomi Murdock Williams. Roger was saved on Nov. 10, 1964 and was called to preach in 1969. He became a full time Evangelist Missionary in 1981 and began The Gospel Tent Ministry. Roger was a member of Friendly Chapel Church and was dearly loved and will be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Sandra Watson Williams of the Home; daughters & sons-in-law: Sandy & Anthony Gilley; Pilot Mountain, NC, Beth Williams; Pilot Mountain, NC & Lisa & Brian McGee; Rural Hall, NC; grandchildren: Haley & Ashley Gilley, Isaac & Ethan Williams and Bryson & soon to be Lanie McGee; God-Son: Chris Cannada; God-Daughter: Kelsey Ledford; like a son: Eddie Eaton; sister: Patricia "Sis" Bullock; Butner, NC; brothers: Howard "H.L." Williams Jr.; Durham, NC, Donald Williams; Oxford, NC, Thomie "Johnny" Williams; Oakland TN & Dannie Joe Williams; San Antonio, TX and several nieces & nephews. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 12, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Friendly Chapel Church, conducted by Brother Don Collins, Brother Mike Poindexter, Brother Scott Matthews & Brother Kelly Marshall with interment to follow at The Peoples Church Cemetery with full military rites to be conducted by VFW Post # 2019 of Mount Airy & Post # 9436 of Pilot Mountain. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 11, 2010 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Friendly Chapel Church. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Sandra Williams cancer fund, PO Box 848, Pilot Mountain, NC 27041. Howell-Nelson Funeral Service of Pilot Mountain is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www. howellfuneralservices.com.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Nov. 10, 2010.

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November 26, 2010

Dear Sammy,
Linda and I can never express our deep felt sorrow for you and the girls. Bro Sonny was in, and although it was after dark, we went by to visit the grave. It is a feeling of loneliness knowing he is not here. But oh,what happiness in Heaven. There is joy unspeakable and full of glory, and the half has never yet been told.
Bro John and Sis Linda

November 17, 2010

Dearest Lisa and family. It saddened us deeply to hear of your dad passing. I prayed and am still praying that GOD will hold you and your family in HIS loving arms and extend to all a triple portion of HIS grace.
Thank GOD, we will get to meet our loved ones in heaven someday soon. Brenda and Jerry Taylor.

Bud Jacobson

November 16, 2010

Brother roger was a shinning light for jesus. I saw him at tent meetings in henderson, nc, and at riverside baptist church in durham, and he was a true inspiration. We will see you in heaven brother.

November 15, 2010

Our prayers are with "monkey" as Roger affectionately referred to his wife. We have precious memories of him when he pastored New Birth Baptist in
Conetoe, NC. Jesse and Jeff Williams

John Winfrey

November 14, 2010

God Bless the Family of My Dear Brother in Christ and Fellow Marine.
What a Time we had in the 80's and 90's, so many souls Saved and so many hearts stirred ! There will never be another like him.
Eternal Peace My Brother. (Brother John H. Winfrey)

Lyndon & Mary Smith

November 14, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mark Winfrey

November 14, 2010

Bro Roger was always a blessing to me growing up in Stuart VA.
I went to a number of his tent meetings. Roger will be missed.
Mr Winfrey
Winston Salem NC

James Williams

November 12, 2010

Uncle Roger was my mentor in the ministry and a Man-of-God whom I admired greatly. My Uncle Roger was not just some guy, he was God's man and my friend. I am saddened for those of us who remain, but am ectatic for his eternity on the other side. ~Jimmy Williams (nephew) Port Huron MI

LEISSA RATCLIFFE

November 12, 2010

BROTHER ROGER WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART, HE WAS A TRUE MAN OF GOD; ALWAYS GOING ANYWERE THE LORD TOLD HIM TO GO. GIVEING HIS ALL TO SEARVE GOD IN ANY WAY HE COULD. HIS SMILE,HIS LAUGH,THE FIRE IN HIS HEAT TO SEARVE GOD ALWAYS,WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HE SHALL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. LOVE AND PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY.

John Klapmeyer

November 11, 2010

I will always remember Roger's easy smile and manner. It was a pleasure to know him and I'll remember the many talks we had over the years about so many different topics. It was my pleasure to know him. May God be with Sandra and the family in their time of need.

November 11, 2010

Bro. Roger--a devoted pastor and cherished friend with whom we often shared our Sat. morning cheese biscuits.Thanks to all of you for sharing him with us. Love & prayers. Carlton & Betty Adkins-Tarboro, NC

November 10, 2010

Very special memories from such a wonderful man and his family. We love you all very much and will keep you in our prayers. Bro. Roger's name is on our marriage cert.; united us as one on his birthday 34 yrs ago; would take nothing in return except his favorite--banana pudding. Earthly loss--heaven's gain. Love you all. Marvin & Sharon Raynor-Tarboro,NC

Eric & Kelly Vickers

November 10, 2010

Although my husband and I only knew Precher Roger for a short period of time, we grew to love him and adore him so much. He made a huge impact on our lives. We will treasure the time we got to spend with him. We will truly miss him and his conversations. May God's blessing be with you and the family.

Brother Michael Mabe

November 10, 2010

"Brother Roger was my best friend in the ministry. He was also a friend to any pastor, preacher, or Christian. He was always there when I needed advice, and that advice was always biblical. A preacher or pastor has many crucial decisions to make in their ministry, and he was beneficial to every single one of mine, and always, spot-on. As a Christian, we can have the assurance of eternal life, spiritually, but I don't think we are ever prepared for death physically, especially when it comes to the ones close to us. People all over the world will miss Brother Roger Williams, and that is no exaggeration, it is spot-on. I love you, preacher, and I will miss you tremendously."

John Finney

November 10, 2010

Sandy just wanted to say we love you and the girls and are praying for you We will meet him again in the morning Love In Christ Bro John Finney

Debbie Cross

November 10, 2010

You were my cousin by marriage but I claimed you as my own family. I will truly miss you and hope you know how much I appreciated all you have done for me in the past. Heaven is a lot brighter since November 6th.

Jim Dellinger

November 10, 2010

Brother Roger was a true friend and disciple of Christ. My deepest sympathies to the family.

Sue Hunter

November 10, 2010

Mrs. Williams, you and your girls were very blessed to have such a good man in your lives, I will be praying for you.

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