John H. Williams

John Henry Williams, born on January 31,1951, in Birmingham, AL, departed this life October 26, 2025. He left behind a legacy of love, faith, and service. He was the third of six children, preceded in death by his parents, Claude Williams Sr. and Emma Louise Pearl Williams, his brother Marvin J. Williams, and his niece Brandi. A devoted family man, John cherished the outdoors and had a profound love for the Lord, often sharing his faith in conversations. His passion for helping others was evident in his willingness to give whatever he had to those in need.
He is survived by his daughter Bryone' (Aaron) Vann of Crown Point, IN; brothers: Claude Jr.(Debra) of Indiana, Augustus of Georgia, Lorenzo of Indiana; sister: Marsha of Indiana; four grandchildren: Nadia, DeShaun, Deondre, and Aaron; ten great- grandchildren: Jayden, Jayvon, Demia, D'Wayne, DaShaun, Navaeh, Denaya, Dinero, Tashmier, and Aia; nieces: Markeisha Williams, Kimber Williams, Phylicia Spears; nephews: Tyrone Williams and Ronald Reid; and numerous loving relatives and friends. Wake Saturday November 15,2025 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. funeral 11:00 a.m. all services at Powell-Coleman Funeral Home 3200 W. 15th Ave Gary,In. Interment Abraham Lincoln Cemetery Elwood,Il.

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