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In Loving Memory
Bennie L. Williams, Jr.
7/26/1933 -
3/2/2010
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Bennie L. Williams, Jr., 76, Rockford, died Tuesday, March 2, 2010, in the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. He was born July 26, 1933, in Gilbert, Louisiana, the son of Bennie and Rosie Jayne (Coleman) Williams, Sr. Bennie and his loving wife, Ching-Pi Wu, have been together since 1970. He served in the United States Air Force for nearly 27 years, retiring in 1979, as a Senior Master Sergeant. Bennie was stationed in Taiwan for many years and retired from Dover Air Force Base, Dover, Delaware. After his retirement from the Air Force, he worked as a Quality Assurance Analyst for the United States Department of Defense, Defense Logistics Agency, DCASPRO Sundstrand, retiring in 1996.
Bennie is survived by his wife, Ching-Pi; children, Kenny Williams, Sr. of Kansas City, Missouri, Karen S. Williams of Chicago, and Bennie L.Williams, III of Loves Park; sister, Barbara Coleman of Chicago. Predeceased by his parents and two sisters, Marie Williams and Blanche Colyer.
Funeral service will be noon, Saturday, March 13, 2010, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S, Mulford Rd. Rockford, IL 61108. Visitation from 4pm until 6pm Friday, March 12, 2010, at the funeral home and from 11am until service time on Saturday. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.
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Online
Condolences
From:
Charles and Lisa Newman
South Holland
Relationship:
Friend
Dear Karen and Family,
Our condolences go out to you and the rest of your family. We are saddened by your lost. Your fond memories of your dad will keep the light that is a part of you and with in you glowing bright. His legacy has been passed to you and your siblings and will continue to live for generations to come. The mark of a man that leaves his mortal body is manifested in those he’s had direct influence upon. He did well!
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Kristine Valdes (Kluiszo)
Palatine
Relationship:
Friend
Karen,
so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family. May God comfort you and your family in this time.
Sent:
3/7/2010
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From:
Yollette Atkinson
Baltimore
Relationship:
Friend
Karen,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Wish we could be there to support you in person. Please know we have you and your family in our prayers.
Les, Yollette, Annelese and Preston
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Janice Canterbury (Underdahl)
Rose Creek
Relationship:
Friend
Mrs. Williams, Karen, Ben ~
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mr. Williams was such a wonderful man. I always looked forward to visiting with him when Karen and I were in High School...he always had a warm smile, a good story, and great advice for us. I feel honored and blessed to have known him.
~Janice
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Jacqueline Jackson
Chicago
Relationship:
Daughter's Classmate
Dear Williams Family,
My prayers are with you. Though I did not know Mr. Williams personally and only had the pleasure of meeting him once during my college days with Karen, the indelible impression that he has left with me rests in how remarkable a woman Karen has become. I praise God for our connection and though I can not be with you on Saturday, know that you are in my prayers and you have my unyielding support. May God's Grace give you comfort.
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Toni and Barry Cordero
Blaine
Relationship:
Friend
Hello Karen, We know how much your father meant to you and are saddened to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our hearts!
Sent:
3/8/2010
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From:
Kim Craft
Rockford
Relationship:
friend
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
Sent:
3/9/2010
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From:
Trevan Moore & Family
Atlanta
Relationship:
Friend
May your many wonderful memories comfort you during this time. I appreciate the guidance I received from your Dad as I entered adulthood. May God Bless your Family.
Sent:
3/10/2010
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From:
Harrison DySard
Freeport
Relationship:
Friend/Co-worker
I had the pleasure of working with Ben for several years as a co-worker with DCMA Rockford. As a fellow service retiree, Ben and I shared many great moments about our times in the military. Ben was a friend and a true professional at work. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.
Sent:
3/11/2010
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From:
Janice Farrar
Chicago
Relationship:
friend of his daughter Karen
Karen, please know that you and your family are in my prayers. May you find strength in knowing your dad is in a better place.
Take Care,
Janice Farrar, former Metroboard Member
Sent:
3/11/2010
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From:
Teri Harp
Loves Park
Relationship:
co-worker/friend
Ching-Pe,
Iam so heartful sorry for the lost of such a wonderful person who always had a smile on his face and love he had for his Ching Pe and family. God Bless you all.
Sent:
3/12/2010
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From:
Doug and Cindy Simon
Rantoul
Relationship:
Friend
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Ben. Our prayers are with you. We knew Ben for over thirty years. He was a good friend, loving husband, and devoted father. His memories will always bring back the good times we had together, and live on forever. He will be surely missed, but as he passes, remember, he will be watching over us, and his thoughts and fond memories will always be with us.
Sent:
3/12/2010
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From:
David Bell
Franklin
Relationship:
Friend of the family
((Karen and Family)) Thinking about you all. Prayers for comfort and peace coming your way.
Sent:
3/12/2010
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From:
Jeannie Revell
Davis
Relationship:
/worked with Ching
Ching, Karen and Bennie,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Take with you in life your fondest memories. He was a very nice person
Jeannie and Jack Revell
Sent:
3/13/2010
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From:
Margaret P. McGarvey (Maggie)
Loves Park
Relationship:
DCAS-Sundstrand associate
I enjoyed my interactions with Ben, his ready smile and friendly demeanour made any situation pleasant. My condolences to you and your family. May fond memories of Ben, and his great love for you comfort you now and, in the days ahead, you will find joy and solace in those remembrances.
Sent:
3/13/2010
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From:
LaTonya Ford
Chicago
Relationship:
Daughter's friend and Urban League/Metroboard Member
Karen,
My prayers are with you and your family as you continue to deal with the loss of your father. He was a great man that I had the privlege of meeting a few years back and someone you always spoke of highly. Know that I am available to you when and if you need me.
Sent:
3/14/2010
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