Dennis D. Williams' Obituary
Champaign-Dennis D. Williams, 73, of Champaign, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2013 in his home.
He was born November 30, 1939, in Urbana, Illinois, the son of Lee Cephas and Clara Mae (Burkhardt) Williams. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy for six years during Vietnam. He was previously employed as a letter carrier with the USPS in Champaign retiring after twenty years of service. He enjoyed model trains, golf, and reading.
He leaves behind his brother Randall G. Williams and his wife Donna, sisters Sharron L. Jones and husband Bob and Susan R. Baker and husband Glenn all of Decatur, and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews.
He was reunited in Heaven with his parents.
Graveside services with military honors to celebrate Dennis’ life will be 2:30 p.m. Friday, August 9, 2013 in the Veteran’s Section at Graceland Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Macon County Honor Guard.
The family of Dennis D. Williams is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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