Jelani Adrian Williams

Jelani Adrian Williams was born on November 22, 1984 at Kaiser Permanente Hospital in Bellflower, California. He was born on Thanksgiving Day to Edwin and Karen Williams. He has on older brother named Diallo.

Jelani lived in Lynwood, California the first few years of his life, then the family moved to Moreno Valley California in 1989. Jelani started kindergarten at Bear Valley Elementary which he attended until the 5th grade. Jelani did very well at Bear Valley, receiving many academic awards. One highlight of his days at Bear Valley was his starring role in the play "Stagecoach Santa." Jelani also liked to play basketball and baseball.

After Bear Valley, Jelani started attending Mountain View Middle School where he continued to do well. Jelani was blessed with a very kind-hearted and humorous nature. He was very much liked by all that knew him. Like all young kids about his age, Jelani became interested in computers and video games.

Jelani moved on to attend Valley View High School where he very much enjoyed the computer classed that were offered. Other classes were not as exciting as it was a challenge for him to put as much effort into them. Though that was the case, he strove to graduate.

After high school, Jelani went to Riverside Community College where he studied Administration of Justice.

Jelani held several jobs over the years. His first job was with the United States Postal Service where he stayed until the office closed. He also worked for Albertsons for a few years. His last position was with Hollywood Delivery Service. IN each job he made many special friends who he loved until his final day.

Jelani is survived by his mother Kren Ann Williams, his father Edwin Timothy Williams, his brother Diallo, his sister-in-law Danae and nephews Ryan, Zaybian, and Chrystian. His grandfather Leo Bordenave Sr. and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Arrangements under the direction of Holy Cross Mortuary, Culver City, CA.