Ed was born May 28, 1932 in Wilmington, Delaware to Edward Satterfield Williams, Sr. and Kathleen Maguyre Williams.
After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he proudly served his country until his retirement as Master Chief Operations Specialist, NATC Glynco, Georgia on March 1, 1971.
The years following his Navy career, Ed pursued a career in insurance until 1985 when he completed his Certified Financial Planning education and practiced as Financial Security Services, Inc. until he retired in 2014.
The highlight of his many careers was his Ordination as Vocational Deacon in the Episcopal Diocese of Georgia in 2000. Deacon Ed served his Lord and his fellow man, living his faith and teaching by example, until his death. He was active at St. Mark's, Cursillo, Deaconate School of Ministry and served as Chairman of the Diocean Deacon Council. His booming voice dismissing the St. Mark's congregation after Sunday service was easily recognized and loved.
It would be impossible to know just how many lives he touched during his life. He adored his family and was so proud of each of them. He was sensitive to the needs of others and wept for them. He laughed and made friends easily and was always ready to encourage and support. He will be sadly missed.
Survivors include his wife, Bobbi, of Brunswick; 9 children, Barbara Ann Cummings (Ted); Edward S. Williams, III (Katrina); Legare Williams (Susan); Matt Williams; Bob Williams; Laura Ellis; Beth Clary (Archie); David Toxey (Staci); John Williams (Maggie); 37 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; Sisters, Kathleen Tyler and Lynn DeCarlo; several nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Ed's life, with Military Honors, will be held at St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Saturday, June 19th at 2:00.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 900 Gloucester Street, Brunswick, GA 31520 or GHC Hospice, 777 Gloucester Street, Suite 303, Brunswick, GA 31520.
Edo Miller and Sons Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. www.edomillerandsons.com
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