James Edward Williams Obituary
James Edward Williams, born on March 6, 1939, passed away on September 8, 2026. James Edward leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Edward Williams to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Myron Williams and Mable Williams (Foreman); his grandson Ryan; and his siblings, Elvis and Ailene.
He is survived by: his wife Shirley; his children, Jednice (John), Lisa (Len), Vicky (Ricky) and Kathren (Jason); his grandchildren, Jason (Kristina), Jeremy, Dominick, Chad (Crystal), Amber, Kayla, Justin, Joby, Nicole (Carson), Tyler (Cassie) and Jacob; his great grandchildren, Derek, Jayden, Ella, Kynley, Brantley, Gavin, Charlotte, Dalton and Maeve; and his siblings, Albert (Jo), Ray (Veda), Earl, Mary, Faye, Joyce (Bill) and Brenda.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services (1100 Iron Bridge Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 11th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, September 16th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Sunset Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens (8800 N Alpine Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115).
