William Cater Closs Obituary
The passing of William Cater Closs of Newark, New Jersey leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 7, 2026 at the age of 68. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William Cater Closs to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Roxanna Closs and William Closs; and his son Laquan Woods. He is survived by: his children, Lakisha Steele (James) of Kingston, PA, Aletha Steele (Desmond) of Newark, NJ, Naeem Closs of Newark, NJ and Carlos Santiago (Irma) of Orlando, FL; his grandchildren, Patricia Harris, Ja'Qure Pittman, Jah'Ssan Steele, India Brooks, James Murphy, Jamir Murphy, Sukyi Woods, Samaiyah Williams, Taneeya Closs, Nasiyah Closs and Jayceon Closs; his siblings, Vivian Closs, Geraldine Smith, Gary Closs Sr. (Michelle), Mary Mitchell, Deborah Closs, Lillie Closs, Nathan Closs (Shelly), Woodrow Closs, Gerwayne Closs, Anthony Closs Sr. (Dayshawn) and Johnnie Closs; and his nieces, Ebony Steele and Tanaja Vincent. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
