In Memory

James Don Williams

James Don Williams

James Don Williams

1 Dec 1952 in Wichita, Kansas - 24 Dec 2020 in Derby, Kansas

James Don Williams, 68, passed away peacefully in his home on December 24, 2020. 
He was born December 1, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas to Jay Don and Patricia Rosalee (Drennan) Williams.
Jimmy grew up in Wichita. He was an avid swimmer and was very interested in becoming professional. Unfortunately, he was drafted in 1972, so he joined the Air National Guard in June that year and was eventually stationed at McConnell AFB, Wichita, Kansas where he also worked in Civil Service as a jet engine mechanic there for 27 years. He was known to all his friends at McConnell as "Willie."
Jimmy first married Connie Lauffer in 1972. They later divorced. He then married Cathy Weaver and they had 2 children, James and Erin. They divorced and he married his current wife, Roberta (Bobbie). They had 1 son, Robert.
Jim was 'Papa' to two granddaughters which he was raising with Bobbie.
He enjoyed motorcycles and became involved in Motocross in the mid 1970's. He was also an avid sports fan in his later years.
He was a proud father, loving grandfather, beloved son, cherished brother, and friend to many.
He is preceded in death by his father Jay and mother Patricia Williams; younger brother John and sister Ila, all of Wichita. 
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Roberta (Bobbie) and granddaughters MiaLyn
and Keira, living at home; two sons, James (Annabelle) and Robert; one daughter Erin, as well as six grandchildren, one sister Iris (Mike McCready) and four brothers: Jackie (Sandra), Jeff, David, and Darrel, all of Wichita, and half sisters, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Rosary held at St. Cecilia Catholic Church, Haysville, KS., January 7, 2021. Funeral Mass January 8, 2021, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Jim’s name.
Jim was loved and will be tremendously missed by those who were close to him.