David Lee Williamson

David Lee Williamson passed away at Brookdale Willowbrook Skilled Nursing facility in Houston, TX on November 12, 2018. He was born in Abilene, Texas November 10, 1939. His parents were Earnest Lee Williamson and Nadine Minor Williamson.

David graduated from Abilene High school in Abilene Texas. He was a member of student council, the editor of the school news paper and an active member of University Baptist Church. After high school, he attended Baylor University where he obtained his Bachelors of Business Administration with a major in Finance and Economics. He served his country for 2 years . While at Fort Bragg in the US Special warfare Center, David was chosen to serve in the Accounting Department; he displayed outstanding performance. He often requested courses in Finance formulation with cost and performance reporting. He was honorably discharged June of 1968.

Williamson began working in Little league in 1973 in San Antonio, Texas. In 1989, Mayor Henry Cisneros proclaimed the great institution of little league baseball. He was accepted for Official membership in the American Legion by the Congress of the United States. He received appointment as a Texas notary republic. In which they stated "In gratitude for your support in protecting America's Freedom and Democracy." He often used this Philosophy: "I have 3 passions in my life." 1. Almighty God and his son Jesus Christ. 2. My love for Majorie my wife & Family." 3. Little League Baseball. He also loved Country and respected the Flag. He often spoke about respecting the flag which contributed to donations that funded the uniforms for economically deprived young people.

In 1993 David married Majorie Ciruti Williamson. Together they continued to work funding little leagues in Baytown. However, the need in Baytown was to organize leagues for Junior and Seniors in High School. The parents of Baytown Junior, Senior Big League often expressed gratitude. In 2007, the Baytown Sun recognized the Williamsons as unsung heroes for little league. David's secret dream was to travel to Williams Port, Pennsylvania for the little league world Series. It wasn't long before his dream came true and we went to Williams Port. US won over Japan, watching the Japanese parents do chants and sing was a joy.

David was preceded in death by his Father and Mother and a son Steven Williamson. He is survived by his wife Marjorie Williamson of 25 years . He is also survived by Luke Williamson, Kristin, his wife and 3 granddaughters Kelsey, Anslee & Morgan of Helotes, Texas and brother, Don Williamson of Dallas, Texas along with numerous cousins and friends.

His burial will be conducted at the Veterans National Cemetery on Tuesday November 20, 2018 at 1:45 pm located at 10410 Veterans Memorial Dr, Houston TX 77038 with a Reception to follow.