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John Otis Williams transitioned on Sunday, February 10, 2019, at the W.G. (Bill) Hefner VA Medical Center in Salisbury, NC. His funeral will be held 1:30PM on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Jackson United Methodist Church, 7817 Jackson School Road, Brown Summit, NC. Visitations will start 30min prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
He was born on March 23, 1949, in Caswell County, NC and was the son of the late John Benton Williams and the late Izetta Stamps Williams. John attended and graduated from Caswell County High School and held a degree in Crimial Justice from Guilford College. He also earned a Masters of Science from Capella University in the Administration of Criminal Justice.
John served in the US Army with a tour of duty in Vietnam and served in the Army Reserve where he loved being a Drill Sergeant for many years before retiring. John retired from NC A&T State Univeristy as Chief of Police in 2004 and then moved to Charlotte, NC as Public Safety Director for Johnson C. Smith University, from which he retired in 2009.
He leaves loving and lasting memories for his devoted wife, Carol, of 47 years, two sons, Keary (Yolanda) of Greensboro, NC and John Rashad of Brown Summit, NC; two grandaughters, Jordan and Kendall; two daughters, Tracey McCaden of Yanceyville, NC and Faye Royster of Pleasant Garden, NC; three sisters, Lillie Jeffers (Sherman) of Blanche, NC, Rozetta Graves of Gibsonville, NC, and Beverly Blackwell (Roger) of Burlington, NC; two brothers, Willie (Sandra) of Pelham, NC and Kenneth of Mebane, NC; and a host of brothers and sisters-in-law, neices, cousins, his nemesis, Bison, and other family. He was preceded in death by a sister, Margie Hightower and a beloved nephew, Dennard Hightower.
Woodard Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
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The staff off Woodard Funeral Home will continue to keep your family in our prayers.~ Woodard Funeral Home
John Otis Williams, The world was a much better place with him in it, not only my brother in law he became my brother,he bless my family with open arms especially Stephen a brother and a friend, my prayers is with my sister and her family.~ Liza and Stephen Longdhore New Castle, DE
John Otis Williams, The world was a much better place with him in it, not only my brother in law he became my brother,he bless my family with open arms especially Stephen a brother and a friend, my prayers is with my sister and her family.~ Liza and Stephen Longdhore New Castle, DE
Carol our hearts are broken along with you. So very sad for your lost. John was a ray of sunshine whenever you were in his presence. Hold on. We love you.~ Sherman & Patricia Pickard Ruffin,, NC
Carol our hearts are broken along with you. So very sad for your lost. John was a ray of sunshine whenever you were in his presence. Hold on. We love you.~ Sherman & Patricia Pickard Ruffin,, NC
What a kind and gentle man we have lost and the kingdom shall gain.~ Eric E Winchester Charlotte
Carol and the rest of the family, May God be close to you...giving you strength and comfort. May His peace overflow today and in the days to come. Melvin and I are praying for you. With Deepest Sympathy and Love.~ Melvin & Marionette Jeffers Burlington, NC
Cousin John left us too soon; yet the memories we will always own. Your loss Cousin Carol is shared by us. You and your family are in our thoughts, our hearts, and in our every prayer. We love you!!!!~ Lee and Bonnie English Charlotte, NC
John was such a fine person. He and Carol were neighbors, and he served on our Neighborhood Home Owners for many years. You always knew when John was riding his beloved motorcycle, music accompanied him. Glad to see that Bison mentioned, know John loved him too, (even if he was named as a Nemesis). Blessings on his family. Joy C;lark and Silas Waugh~ Joy Clark Charlotte, NC
Carol Maderia and I were shocked and saddened at hearing about J.O.'s passing Prayers go out to you the boys
My GOD bless and comfort you during this time~ Larry & Maderia Lewis Greensboro, NC
Dear family. I am so sorry for the loss. God has His plan. Being cousins, I have all the fond memories from years ago when we all spent much time together as children. I love you all.~ Janett Brown-Nabors New Haven, CT
Carol my cousin was a sunshine to all us cousins.We will miss him dearly but God needs him now. We love you and the family.~ Archie& Gloria S. Henderson Pelham,N.C.,
I’m so sorry for your loss. May you draw close to Jehovah God and know that He will soon eliminate such pain and suffering by means of his Kingdom.- Psalms 46:1,7. For more encouraging words please go to JW.org~ Lynn
I’m so sorry for your loss. May you draw close to Jehovah God and know that He will soon eliminate such pain and suffering by means of his Kingdom.- Psalms 46:1,7. For more encouraging words please go to JW.org~ Lynn
I’m so sorry for your loss. May you draw close to Jehovah God and know that He will soon eliminate such pain and suffering by means of his Kingdom.- Psalms 46:1,7. For more encouraging words please go to JW.org~ Lynn
I had the honor to work under Chief Williams at NCATSU Police Department from 1992-2004. RIP Chief. I salute you. Rest Easy~ Tonya Holmes Greensboro, NC
My thoughts are with you and the family and how painful it is to lose a loved one. Please accept my deepest sympathy. May God's love and comfort be with you and the family.
“For this is the will of my Father, that everyone that beholds the Son and exercises faith in him should have everlasting life, and I will resurrect him at the last day.” John 6:40
jw.org (Website for more encouragement.)~ Dolon Peete
To The Family,
As a volunteer minister who reads obituary columns quite often... I would like to extend heartfelt condolences and expressions of sorrow for your loss.
Sometimes words cannot express fully one's sympathy when learning of the loss of a love one or a friend in death, simply because death affects all mankind and it hurts so much. I hope the family can be comforted knowing that God cares for you and sees your pain. ( 1 Peter 5:7)
May you find comfort and relief during this time of sadness in the assurance of God promise of the resurrection as you cherish the precious memories.
Prayers of Comfort and Peace,
The Dorsey Family~ C. Dorsey Fort Meade, MD
To The Family,
As a volunteer minister who reads obituary columns quite often... I would like to extend heartfelt condolences and expressions of sorrow for your loss.
Sometimes words cannot express fully one's sympathy when learning of the loss of a love one or a friend in death, simply because death affects all mankind and it hurts so much. I hope the family can be comforted knowing that God cares for you and sees your pain. ( 1 Peter 5:7)
May you find comfort and relief during this time of sadness in the assurance of God promise of the resurrection as you cherish the precious memories.
Prayers of Comfort and Peace,
The Dorsey Family~ C. Dorsey Fort Meade, MD
We're so sorry to hear you are mourning the recent loss of your loved one. May you find strength and comfort from the words of Psalms 46:1 which reads: "God is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress."
Our loving God is there for us if we ask for his help (1 John 5:14). He didn't intend for us to grow old and die. He thus has made the SURE promise of a resurrection RIGHT HERE ON EARTH when it is restored to a beautiful paradise (Psalms 37:9-11, 29; Acts 24:15; Isaiah 55;11).
Can you see yourself welcoming back to life your loved ones? What a joy it will bring all of us.
You can go online to JW.ORG and find out more about this resurrection.
~ R&R Lopez
I am truly sorry for your loss. May the God who “binds up the broken-hearted” and comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this difficult time Isaiah 61:1, 2. For more comforting words please go to jw.org.~ Dorothy Greensboro, NC
May you find comfort and strength in knowing that God loves you and he cares for you, through talking to God in prayer, and from God's Word, the Bible. Psalm 36:7 says: "How precious your loyal love is, O God! In the shadow of your wings, the sons of men take refuge." Nahum 1:7; God is "a stronghold in the day of distress. He is mindful of ["takes care of"] those seeking refuge in him." Please accept my sincere condolences. Always remember God loves you and he cares for you! (Psalm 36:7; 1 Peter 5:7)~ Rachel Morton Graham,, NC
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