Mr. Duane Williams

April 18, 1929 - January 13, 2017

Our lives have been incredibly changed since our much loved father/grandfather Doc passed away on January 13, 2017. He was predeceased by his parents, Dorothy and Roy Williams; his brothers, Jimmy and Ken Williams; and his sister, Margaret Hewson. He is survived by his children, Marcia, Marc and Lisa, Jamie, Tyler and Leslie; and his grandchildren, Haley, Colby, MacKenzie and Drew. Doc was born on a farm near Leross, SK. He spent his youth working on the farm, playing ball and playing music in the surrounding area. It is not surprising that he met Grace, the love of his life, on the ball field. They remained inseparable until she passed away in June 2009. After they moved to Regina, Doc worked at Ipsco for almost 30 years. Music and sports continued to be a big part of his life. Initially he played ball with the Regina Red Sox Baseball Team and Kappy Kaplan's Royals Fastball Team and continued to play for 30 + years in the Regina Men's Softball League. During the winter months, he played hockey, curled and spent evenings at home playing the banjo, guitar and organ. As time went on, he became a player/coach on teams with his sons and nephews and continued to coach them all for many years. One of Doc's greatest joys was his grandchildren. In the early years he shared his love of music with them and initiated many games in the back yard. He passed his athletic prowess and love of sports on to his children and his legacy continues to live on through his grandchildren. It gave him great pleasure to watch them over the years. Some of our greatest family gatherings were on a ball field or in a hockey rink. We have lost a great friend but take joy in knowing he has gone to join his best friend. Please join us in a celebration of Doc's life: Heritage United Church, Saturday, January 21, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Program to start by 2:15 p.m. We welcome people to share "Doc" memories during the program. In lieu of flowers ...coach a team.

Arrangements under the direction of Lee Funeral Home and Crematorium, Regina, SK.