James Warren "Jim" Williams, Sr.
September 10, 1936 ~ November 23, 2016
James W. “Jim” Williams, Sr., 80, of Indianapolis, passed away the morning of Wednesday, November 23, 2016 at his home in Indianapolis. The son of Warren H. and Loretta M. (Holley) Williams, Jim was born in Brown County, Indiana on September 10, 1936; his parents preceded him in death. On March 29, 1969 he was united in marriage to his loving wife, Mary Ann (Vest) Williams and she survives.
Jim was proud of his work as a marble mason; he owned and operated DJ Marble Company for 21 years and later worked at Santarossa Mosaic & Tile in Indianapolis for several years retiring in 2008. He was a member of the Brick Layers Local Union #4. A true cowboy, Jim enjoyed driving a team of horses and riding. He also participated in Civil War re-enactments.
Along with his parents, he was also preceded in death by two sisters, Mary June Ramey and Lola Faye Young; his infant brother, Earl Chester Williams; and his great grandson, Rowen Christopher Williams.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann; four sons, Warren Allen (Connie) Williams of Granger, IN, Robert Carey (Darlene) Williams of Plainfield, David Lee (Kendra) Williams of Collinsville, OK and James Warren “Jimmy” Williams, Jr. of Indianapolis; his daughter, Mary Rebecca Berry of Jefferson, Georgia; two brothers, Johnny Allen (JoAnn) Williams of Trafalger, IN, David Cleo (Money) Williams of Lovington, IL; two sisters, Pauline “Bitty” Dalton of Elkhart, IN and Leta Marie Williams of Franklin, IN; 15 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Jim Williams on Saturday, November 26, 2016 in the Chapel at Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at West Newton Cemetery. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com where you may share online condolences and view his Life Tribute video.
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Remember growing up going to visit riding horse’s over there on Mayflower and uncle Jim with a petty arbrain horse for his civil war reactment rest in peace uncle Jim
How do you begin to express in a few words how much a person means to you?
Jim was such an amazing mentor to me. He acted like I was his best friend from the moment we met. He taught me how to ride a horse, how to blacksmith, safely man an artillery piece, dig sassafras, on and on.
We shared many good times around the fire at reenactments, talking history, life, family, etc.
One of my most memorable Christmases was the one we spent with Jim, Mary, David, Becky and Jimmy, my second family.
I love you more than you will ever know. Rest peacefully my friend. We shall join ranks again one day.
The following is from an old Civil War song which has been going through my head since I heard about Jim’s passing.
THE VACANT CHAIR
“We shall meet, but we shall miss him, there will be one vacant chair; we shall linger to caress him when we breathe our evening prayer.
At our fireside, sad and lonely, often will the bosom swell at remembrance of the story how our noble James Williams fell;
How he strove to bear our banner thro’ the thickest of the fight, and uphold our country’s honor, in the strength of manhood’s might.
True they tell us wreaths of glory ever more will deck his brow, but this soothes the anguish only sweeping o’er our heartstrings now.
Sleep today, o early fallen, in thy green and narrow bed, Dirges from the pine and cypress mingle with the tears we shed.”
You will greatly missed by many. Sending alot of love to the family.
Although we were only acquaintances he allowed me to call him dad each and every time I was with him. HE IS a great man who will be greatly missed I will always remember the talks of wisdom he will always keep a special place in my heart
Bryan Scott
Hello Mary & all the family, sure was sorry for your loss. Prayers from us for all the family. From “The Epperson s – Frank & Minnie & family.
I’m very sorry for your loss. The Bible can offer much comfort at this difficult time. John 5:28, 29 says, “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the Memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things for resurrection of life.” For more information please go to http://www.JW.org.
Thank you Bry. We miss your face