Edward Lee Williams Jr. Obituary
We are sad to announce that on March 2, 2026, at the age of 74, Edward Lee Williams Jr. of Springfield, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ed Williams, Sr. and Barbara Williams (Bumpus); his wife Carol Allers; and his daughter Christy. He is survived by: his son Brian (Erin); his grandchildren, Logan Pierce, Eleanor and Bernadette Williams; his siblings, Mike Williams (Jolene), Mary Smith (David), Rita Williams, Angie Hood-Williams and Patrick Williams; and his brother-in-law Jim Allers (Nan). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A prayer was held on Monday, March 9th 2026 from 4:30 PM to 5:00 PM at the Butler Funeral Home - Springfield (900 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703). Visitation was held on Monday, March 9th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Butler Funeral Home – Springfield (900 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, March 10th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Butler Funeral Home - Springfield Springfield (900 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703).
Memorial contributions may be made to: American Breast Cancer Foundation at http://www.abcf.org.
