Bishop Johnny Williams Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Bishop Johnny Williams of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, who passed away at the age of 88, on March 11, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jethro Williams and Mary Louise Williams (Lane); his siblings, Jethro Williams Jr., Mitchell Williams, Mary Louise Kyles (Williams), Jessie Williams, Hattie Williams, June Marie Webb (Williams), Jeff Williams, Sam Williams, Charles Williams and Dortha Williams; his daughters, Janice Marie Richie (Keith Richie) and Patricia Ann Britton (Matthew Britton); and his grandson John Richie.
He is survived by: his wife Dr. Hattie Williams; and his children, Bishop Leroy, Minister, Purity Williams, Leroy Williams (Annie), Apostle and Anthony Williams (Connie). He is also survived by 20 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren.
Williams was among Southeast Missouri's most influential and beloved citizens, and was legendary for his tremendous contributions to ministry, music, law enforcement, and youth guidance.
