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James B. Williams

05/17/1947 - 09/27/2023

Obituary For James B. Williams

On Wednesday, September 27, 2023, James B. Williams 76, of Garrison Dr., Mechanicsville, VA transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life. He was born in Martinsville, VA on May 17, 1947, the son of Collas E. Williams, and the late James Lawson Flood. In addition to his father, James was preceded in death by his sister, JoAnn Deshazo, his grandmothers, Dora Williams and Clara Williams, and his grandfather, J.C. Williams.

At an early age, James became a member of Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, Martinsville, VA. After graduating from Albert Harris High School in 1965, he enlisted in the United States Army serving during the Vietnam era. He later enrolled at J. Sergeant Reynolds college where he obtained his associate degree. James retired from Winn Dixie after many years of service.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Elizabeth G. Williams of the home, his mother, Collas E. Williams of Martinsville, VA; one brother, William Tatum of Winston Salem, NC; and a host of other relatives, and friends.

A visitation service will be held on Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home. The burial will be private. A public viewing will be held on Monday, October 2, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home between the hours of 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. The family ask that you would observe all COVID 19 guidelines.

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Sis.Collas, our hearts πŸ’• are heavy to hear of the passing of your son. We did not know him, but we have heard very nice and kind comments mentioned of him. We do know you and we are praying with you in love. You have our sincere prayers of comfort and love.. Carolyn Penn and Rashay Bowles

Thank you for your service my friend! My Dallas Cowboy buddy! Mrs Williams I thank God for Such a loving Man ! My prayers to your family!

Our deepest sympathy and prayers. The West end neighbors

James B.Williams, thank you for your service!

Beth,Collas and the entire Williams family we are so sorry to hear of "Peedys" passing. That was what we called him back in the day. He was our friend and neighbor and will never be forgotten. All we have now is sweet memories and we thank God. Willie Mae Harris and the Sarah Brooks family

Prayers for the family of my classmate.

It's with our sincere condolences to hear today that my cousin had passed!!! I remember standing beside you and you was one tall handsome guy!!! And like others in our family you could play some Basketball πŸ€!!!!! You have always been so caring and loving!!!! I love the love you had for your mother, Aunt Collas and your sister Joann..... Oooo if my daddy was still with us, he would be right over your mom's home right by her side!!!! You will be greatly missed!!! I love you and now you are resting eternally...... I will not say bye .. I will say... until we meet on the other side. Your cousin, Wanda Williams Johns β™₯οΈπŸ€β™₯οΈπŸ€band my husband...,Leo Johns πŸ™πŸ½ To his wife and family and entire family .. our prayers are with you during this time.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Hairston Funeral Home | Martinsville, VA

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