It’s been a long year Dave, missing you buddy. We could all use your smile and positive ways right about now!! Rest In Peace my friend 

Dave I will miss all of our lengthy conversations during SPS XC way back when and in more recent years our sideline rants about SJB LAX. We could never get you to say a bad word about the crazy coaches/parents on the opposing team, cuz that just wasn't you. A gentle kind soul, with a magnanimous heart. Our neighborhood is a better place because of you, the memories will last a lifetime, and your family was blessed having you as their patriarch. Your infectious smile will be missed my friend. Enjoy the run...RIP.

The Williams were always kind enough to invite me on their family outings, mostly on their wonderful ski trips in the winter and boat travels over to fire island in the summer. I will never forget one moment I shared with Mr. Williams on a boat ride back from a beautiful day spent at the beach. I was watching him steer us towards the marina when he turned to me and said, “You want to take the wheel?” I immediately jumped at the offer. I loved the boat, and Mr. Williams gave me the confidence I needed to think I could take on such a feat. I was standing next to him, both hands on the wheel and him pointing me towards the buoy. While it was a small moment, I will never forget his smile, and his optimism. He was a wonderful father and friend because he had such a beautiful, kind soul. I am so thankful for the kindness he showed towards me and the friendship he gifted to my parents. I know he is running alongside Max down by the water’s edge wearing the same brilliant smile we all know and loved. Sending so much love to the Williams family, now and always. 

Dave was a warm, gentle soul with an ever present infectious smile. We were all blessed by the grace of God to have the opportunity to know Dave. Rest In Peace, and may God bring comfort to your family during this difficult time. 

I met Dave swimming through OWS and the Maggie Fischer Cross Bay Swim. Dave and I swam at the same pace, snail speed:)  I turned to the left to breathe and Dave turned to the right, so a lot of time we could spot each other in the open water.  It was comforting especially when the swells were big and the weather stormy, like the last Cross Bay Swim I did in 2013. So many people were pulled out, it was rough seas that day. But Dave was right beside me. Then during our first OWS Ocean Swim, the same thing happened..rough seas, strong current, but as I turned to breathe and spot there was good ole Dave. He brought me comfort. He was kind, solid man, always had a smile on his face. I will miss him. I'm thinking of you, Carolyn and your family at this time and sending my prayers and love your way. May you find some sort of peace in knowing he is home with God and always with you. Love never dies.

One of the most genuine and kindest people I ever met when my daughter attended St Pats.  Such an amazing person and the dad  who was involved with ALL the kids.  I know he is so proud looking down at his beautiful family .  God definitely has another angel in heaven 

Mr. Willams had the most amazing heart and contagious smile.  There are so many good memories with you. I remember the endless boat trips to Fire island. I remember being around 10 years with Shannon trying to convince you to let us go into the ocean by ourselves knowing it was a little rough that day. You didn’t want us too but we kept begging you and finally you let us go in and then ended up having to come in yourself and help us get out haha. I remember every beach trip with you, Shannon, Erik and Mrs. Williams. I love how much you love the beach and the ocean and would always come in the water with us and hangout. You were such a great impact in my life and will forever live on through your family and friends. Love you and miss you. -Katie / Booskydoo (#2) 

Love is patient, love is kind. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Mr. Williams, you embodied all of these qualities, which is what made you so special to me and to anyone you met. Thank you for welcoming me into your family as your second daughter, for doing everything in your power to ensure our happiness and safety. It is from you that I learned the true meaning of living each day to the fullest and it is through those who love you that your legacy will live on forever. I will miss your continuous encouragement, charismatic attitude, ceaseless wisdom, and  contagious smile above all. 

With love, your little smurf 

Mr. Williams has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I can remember him being around St. Pats for all of Shannon and Erik's games and class events, and he was always cheering everyone on. One thing that I will always admire about him was his love for Shannon and Erik. He would do anything for them and he is a perfect example of the parent I hope to be one day. He always made me feel like one of his own children as well and was always looking out for us. I will miss seeing him, but I know he will live on through his family. 

The first time I met Dave and Carolyn was my first time training for the Maggie Fischer Swim.  I parked my car at the bay and got out in my wetsuit.  Dave and Carolyn were walking to the bay to kayak and swim for it as well.  Dave came up to me and introduced himself and his wife and asked my name. He immediately offered to accompany me anytime I wanted to swim in the bay with them and gave me their number. Dave was the warmest and friendliest person I have ever had the honor of knowing.  We trained a lot together. And we shared our struggles and our accomplishments. Dave always had a smile on his face and his love of life was contagious. It was my honor to have gotten to know him.  Dave will be immeasurably missed and never forgotten. RIP my dear friend. Your bright light will always be in my memory. 


I  first met Dave while I was working at St. Christopher RC Church in Baldwin. I  worked there for 22 years.  Dave used to sing with the folk group at the 10:15 folk Mass and I was an usher. His talent for singing surprised a lot of people when he was cast in a teen club production of Oklahoma and he sang ' Oh What a Beautiful Morning ". 
A few years later Dave would hitch a ride with Tom Henesy and I as we were all attending St. John's University .
Dave was  loved by many and will be missed 

I have great memories of Dave and our big group of friends from St. Christopher's teen club.  I am grateful to have had Dave as a friend.   Memories of laughter and good times prevail. Dave, you will always bring a smile to my life. God Bless you and your family. 

Fond memories of Dave and I in cahoots when you started at Mather to get you home from work at a decent hour! Times on the boat together going to Fire Island and working with him in the kitchen for family gatherings; he was always so very kind and welcoming to Rich and me. Such a wonderful man, husband, father and friend.  We will miss him so very much Carolyn, Shannon and Erik.   Love, Sharon, Rich and Taylor 

Dave was absolutely the truest definition of what is meant to be a friend. I can only imagine how wonderful he was as a husband and father. I will cherish  the friendship we had for the rest of my life. God Bless his beautiful soul and God Bless Carolyn, Shannon and Erik! 

I remember coming over to the Williams’ house from as early as grammar school. For over 10 years I’ve been welcomed by Daves warm smile and caring nature. He always took the time to check in on my life and made sure my family and I were doing well, assuring us that if we needed anything we could always turn to him for help. Dave and Carolyn raised two of the most important people in my life and I will forever  be grateful for the opportunity to be in his life. I know he’ll always be looking down on the St. Patrick and SJB kids making sure we’re developing into the best versions of ourselves. He will be missed greatly. 

I will never forget all these years coming and hanging out with Shannon and Dave being home. He was always such a welcoming presence and made me feel at home. I will never forget all the times we spent at your house and the kind hearted nature he had💓 

I remember when your family came to Okemo to ski and we went out to dinner , talked and talked and so easily and immediately connected . We shared all about our triathlons too. 

After he was home and recovering in the new year we shared our optimism to keep fighting cancer together. David was all heart, all courage, full of life and love. 

I will miss those Saturday mornings seeing Dave and Carolyn at the Y working out together and cherishing this time together.  They truly loved each other and even at the gym you could see their happiness. 

I have many memories of Dave and the swimming world and he was always there to give the advice, share a positive note and just help be a mentor in general. But one memory that won’t get out of my brain is when I had the cookie party when my twins were just born. I was overwhelmed with juggling and Dave watched in the corner and talked with everyone as we were baking cookies , smiled and laughed and was really enjoying himself. At one point he took me to the side and gave me advice. One that he could relate to, having a wife who also loved what she did at work . And he told me.. Don’t be so hard on yourself. You are doing well! Yes it’s a lot! Working and being a mom. But breathe and don’t beat yourself up. He talked about Carolyn and how amazing she was and how I was a lot like her with work and the kids. At a point when I was down, he knew how to pick me up! It was what I needed to hear! I wasn’t alone and everything I felt was normal. That I was normal. To enjoy the moments and life! He was so right! Rest In Peace my friend! 

As neighbors and St Pats family friends of the Williams family, we would always see Dave running with his dogs in the neighborhood.   First it was Max and then Lucy and Cody.  He was so full of life!  Truly a fellow dog lover.  💖  Once  when the kids were little we all went over to Fire Island on their boat.  Dave knew how much kids loved to steer the boat and let our son, Patrick do some steering.   His face was beaming from ear to ear.  🙂. It was a fun filled day for  all.  We are so saddened that such a vibrant mans life was cut short.  Rest In Peace Dave.   God bless your family.  🙏💔

Dave was a quiet guy when I met him as a member of St. Christopher’s teen club. We were auditioning for singing roles when Dave let out a rendition of a song from I believe was sound of music. He was the last to audition that day! Decision made! NO ONE had any idea that he could sing and sing as well as he could. I was floored and still am to this day! Thank you for being part of my Life Dave. Love you always brother! Brian O’D

I have a few memories with dave and his family,  my mom has been a wonderful friend to the Williams and I have had the pleasure of meeting him and learning how kind and caring a soul he was. Warm hearted and willing to go above and beyond for the people he loved. I remember meeting up with him and the family at his house with on a few occasions, my cousins even had the wonderful opportunity to meet him as well eventhough they were very young. I also remember meeting up with dave and the family when I was in college down the road from them. He took me out for dinner with Erik, shannon and Carolyn. He was a wonderful man and his memories will keep him alive for all eternity.  May god bless you david, we will always keep you in our hearts fondly.

I’ll always remember our break of dawn training swims (especially to buoy 11) with Carolyn on the kayak taking pics. Dave’s determination, right to the end, will always inspire me. God bless, my friend!!  

Dearest Carolyn, 
    I hate that you need to walk one more journey through this unbelievably dark path. I wish to share a wonderful memory during this most sorrowful of times. 
    The first time I saw Dave, he was helping to set up your mutually prepared Thanksgiving feast at work. His eyes were gazing at you in such a way.... They were filled with a pure white light. A light of love, kindness, proudness and joy. A light that was so bright, it could not be contained to his eyes, but one that shone straight to the hearts of those all around. I had never seen such love before and it was nothing short of majesty. I knew from his gaze alone that you were a true soul. Over the years, I was blessed to witness your love for each other and your mutual compassion and love for others. 
   I remember joyful, playful times at the beach. He wanted to capture every moment of you in time, with his camera. He adored you!  And that kind of adoration is earned.
    I love you, Carolyn!  May God hold you in the palm of His hands when you have not the strength to hold yourself. 
   Always, Diane

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Dave Williams

6 septembre 1956 – 12 juillet 2019

Claude R. Boyd–Spencer Funeral Home

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