Dennis Noel Williams, Sr.

Dennis “Denny” Noel Williams of Bulverde, TX went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Denny was born December 25, 1944, in Reading, Pennsylvania to Eugene Lawrence Davidheiser and Doris Miriam Banks Davidheiser. Later he was adopted and raised by his beloved father Robert Donald Williams. Denny loved and cherished his wife of almost 50 years, Nancy Carole Ritchie Williams; his five children and their spouses; his 11 grandchildren; his three great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters; numerous nieces and nephews; and many friends. Denny lived by his faith, strong work ethic and wisdom. He believed in strong family relationships and the importance of friendship. Denny loved striking up conversations, sharing stories and encouraging others.

Denny was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, C. Eugene Davidheiser and Robert D. Williams, Jr. Gabriel Alexander Ruiz, his very first precious great-grandchild, was also waiting to welcome him in Heaven. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Carol Williams; his daughter, Michelle Katherine Patteson; his son, Dennis Noel Williams, Jr. and wife Courtney; his daughter, Jennifer Noelle Williams; his son, Daniel Christian Williams and wife, Kristy; his son Matthew Lawrence Williams and his partner Paul; his beloved grandchildren Kensington, Sydney, Kaselyn, Britain, Lauren, Layton, Kendall, Reagan, Drake, Miranda and William Colten (Colt); great-grandchildren Audrey and Roman; his sister, Sandy Hanratty, her husband Joe, and their children and families: his brother Richard Williams, his wife Celia, and their children and families; his sister Kathleen Sutton and her children and their families.

Denny graduated from Pennridge High School in 1964. As a young man he worked for a local veterinarian in Pennsylvania; Dr. Joseph Slick, who was his mentor, developed Denny’s love for animals, helping others and hard work. After high school he joined the United States Air Force and was relocated to San Antonio. He served at Wilford Hall where he was part of agroundbreaking research team for heart transplants. After an honorable discharge, Denny became a police officer with the San Antonio Police Department.

He proudly served in the SAPD for six years. After an injury he left the police department and embarked on a career of building various businesses. Denny’s greatest pleasure was serving others and making them feel secure. He started in electronics but found the locksmithing and security fields to be the most rewarding. He loved talking about security and the relationships and friendships that evolved from his service in the community. Denny’s legacy to serve and protect carries on with his sons and other family members continuing in the security industry.

Denny loved Jesus and believed He was everything. It was at church that lifelong friendships were created with beloved family friends. Denny believed giving to the community through time and talents was important. He served in many ways in his community that benefited businesses, sports activities for young people and charities alike.

He cherished road trips with his family, from the mountains of New Mexico to his hometown in Pennsylvania and all of the points of interest in between. Later in life Denny and Nancy enjoyed traveling and cruising the Caribbean together.

Denny will be missed dearly, but the wonderful memories created will endure.

A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Bulverde Baptist ChurchBulverde, TX 78163.

MEMORIAL SERVICEWEDNESDAY, JULY 5, 202310:00 A.M.BULVERDE BAPTIST CHURCH1331 BULVERDE ROAD

Pastor Paul Brand to officiate. A reception at the church will follow the memorial service.Dennis Williams, Jr., Daniel Williams, Matthew Williams, Layton Ondrias, Williams “Colt” Loftin and Cole Ruiz will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers are Richard Williams, Richard Ritchie, Drake Williams, and Aaron Cruz.

Following the reception, the Interment will be held at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, 844 Obst Road, Bulverde, Texas 78260. Family and friends are invited to attend.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project of San Antonio or the National Fallen Officer Foundation two organizations Denny was passionate about.