Joseph Edward Williams, 79, was born in Monroe City, Missouri on June 20, 1934 to Elizabeth Ann and Sidney Williams. Joe was one of 12 children. He leaves behind his beloved wife Elizabeth and his two sisters Pauline Quinn and Dena Lindhurst(Harry) along with several nieces and nephews. A funeral service with Military Honors will be held at the National Memorial Cemetery on Monday, April 8, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. followed by a reception at Shadow Mountain, 2350 E. Greenway Road, Phoenix.