Ralph Eugene Williams, Sr., 82, passed away Friday, July 27, 2012. He was born on June 17, 1930 in Jacksonville, Florida to the late James R. Williams and Mamie R. Spaulding. Ralph attended Andrew Jackson High School and was a veteran of the Korean War. He retired as a United States Army First Sergeant after 20 years of service. Returning to his Jacksonville home, he then worked with the City of Jacksonville in the Public Safety Department until retirement in June 1991.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Glenda E. Williams; his children Ralph E. Williams Jr. (Pam), Deborah D. Altman (Don), Glen A. Williams (Lorraine), Barbara A. Carter and Nancy E. Cooley (Dan). He leaves behind a great legacy with 16 Grandchildren and 24 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by grandson Ralph Eugene Williams III.
The family visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32205. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home, Thursday, 2:00pm, August 2, 2012. The eulogy will be given by Pastor David Bradsher. Burial will follow with United States Military Honors in Riverside Memorial Park of Jacksonville, FL.
