Name: Mt Moriah, Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home
Address: Kansas City, MO

I'M so very sorry to hear of my best friends passing.  We have all of you in our prayers.
                                          George & Sandra Rucker

I am very sorry to hear of Gary's loss! Helen, I pray that God will guide you through this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything you need.
Gary was a great guy and a friend to me over the years!

Helen Was So So Sad To Hear About Gary, Was Really Good To See You, And The Family 

Stella And Gerald Bonner

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Gary was a true gentleman. Sorry for your loss..

To the family of Gary Williams I want to express sincere condolences in your loss. Gary was the LR Specialist on many litigation cases worked by my office. He was a professional and you could tell he was genuine.  He was an asset to the IRS. On behalf of the IRS, Dallas General Legal Services Office, we wish him peaceful eternal rest and pray that God will comfort your broken hearts.

So sorry to hear of your tragedy, Cecil and family.  Great to see the mention of my old boy scout Troop 27.  That was an important time in my life too.

Tobias Fritz

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.  God bless you and keep you in his care.

My condolences to Helen and the entire family.  Your Central Pointe family loves you and are praying for you constantly.

Gary was very instrumental in my son Dylan getting the highest rank in scouting "Eagle". I watched Dylan in Troop 608 grow from a boy into a responsible man.  Thank you family for sharing Gary with us.

Gary will greatly be missed and always appreciated for his caring and loving compassion always for others can never be replaced for it was Gary's calling. That smile will always be remembered and the joy it brought. May God keep his family and his blessing be never forgotten.

 Gary was a good, kind, humorous man who was filled with life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will be missed greatly by all the lives he touched in his time here.

My heart goes out to the family. So sad to hear of Gary's passing. Working with Gary was a major bright spot in my day every time I got the chance to be around him. He'll be missed by all who knew him.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was truly a kind person.

To the Williams family:

My family's prayers are with your family at this difficult time.  May Gary last  forever in the loving hands of God.  May God bless your wonderful family.

Darwin Curls and Family

Helen, Brandon and Monica, 
A common theme: Gary was a good and decent man.  I could always count on him for 3 things. 1-a good labor relations debate, actually asking him for his guidance then persuading him to do it my way; 2-a good talk about our families and his Scouts; and 3 - encouragement when it got a little tough. 
My prayer for your family that you find comfort knowing how much he was loved and respected.  May the sorrow felt today be replaced by fond memories in the days to come.   May God bless you.  
He was a good friend and will be truly missed.   

Marilynn Smith

If I were to choose one word to describe Gary it would be, unforgettable. A truly genuine individual that gave so unselfishly of himself, never pretentious, always looking for the good in others. I will miss you greatly Gary, but am so blessed to have called you friend. To Gary's family, friends and co-workers remember the good times for they will bring you strength in this time of great sadness - God Bless you.

As I reflected on the times spent in laughter and conversation from politics to religion, I know that I had a real friend in Gary. Please know the Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not Heal. Be Blessed during this time in your life and know that God hears your pain and He will wipe away your tears and restore your Joy.  Psalm 23

To the family of Gary Williams, my heart breaks for you and anyone who had the honor of knowing this kind loving and extremely caring man. I am blessed, to have spent many of the years of my youth having him as one of my favorite friends. I thank GOD for lending him to us. May His love give you peace at the time of your extreme loss.

My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family at this most difficult time. Gary was a wonderful man.

In Loving memory of a Wonderful Man, Gary Lamonte Williams. You will be miss by many. Our Prayers are going up high to give the family strength.

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Gary's family.  Gary was a bright spot in the day for so many people and will be sorely missed.  Gary always had a smile on his face and a funny story or comment to share.  May you find comfort in your memories of Gary and his uplifting personality.

I have known Gary (Triplet) as a co-worker at the IRS for many years and I will truly miss him.

                                        Shiriki W. Unganisha-Kansas City, MO

I was heartbroken when i heard the news that my (work father) had passed. He was there for me when my mother recently passed. Gary will be missed by all at IRS. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Heaven has gained another angel.

To Lynn and family:  I was so saddened to hear of Gary's passing.  You guys were like my second family.  I will miss his beautiful smile and his fun sense of humor. Please know that my heart is breaking with you.  If you need me for anything, I am but a phone call away.  You and the rest of the family will be in my prayers.  All my love, Mary

I first encountered The Williams family when visiting my grandparents, Hayward and Justina Johnson. The Williams family lived two doors down from my grandparents house. They were always nice and cordial. 

Mrs. Williams, Monica and Brandon,

Our sincere condolences to your family. May you lean on the Lord during your time of grief.Thank God upon every remembrance of your husband, father, and friend.

Matthew 11:28 Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

We are so heartbroken to hear of Mr. Williams passing.  We have such good memories of the Williams being neighbors and extend our prayers to the family.

Cecil...I met Gary through my brother when they were "Smokies" together. I later learned that he was your brother, and from then on, I saw him as a bigger and younger version of yourself.

I can only imagine what it feels like to lose a brother, because I still have mine; my best playmate ever; my partner in "crime;" someone I could ALWAYS count on in a crunch, despite his knowledge of my many faults; and someone who has ALWAYS made me proud to be his BROTHER.

My best guess is that you and Gary were proud of each other, and that BOTH of you have made your parents and other familiy members proud of the men that y'all turned out to be.

Peace unto you, Cecil, The Court-room Wizard!

I always looked forward to seeing Gary at the IRS Campus. I never knew what to expect. It would always be something to make me laugh out loud.  That is how I will remember him, as the "Ambassador".  I thank God for having the priviledge of knowing Gary and being able to call him a "friend".  Family, please know that we share in your grief.

My condolences goes out to the Williams family. I worked with Gary at IRS. Gary made my day, he was a very witty person. Always had a smile. You will truly be missed. RIP Gary

I will always remember Gary's joyful spirit. My friend was a mentor to so many of us, and he taught us well.  I will miss him. My heart and  prayers go out to the family.  May God Bless you all with comfort and peace during this most difficult time.

My sincere condolences to the family of Gary Williams. Gary had the gift of being the ultimate professional while bringing a little sunshine to even the most difficult situations.  His long history of support to employees and managers is most commendable.  He gave much to many, both on and off the job.  Rest In Peace!

To the Williams family, our prayers and thoughts are with you.  My husband and I both knew Gary from working at the IRS.  I worked in Labor Relations with Gary and have so many good memories of him.  He was a great man and friend and was always willing to do whatever he could to help someone.  He will be missed so very much.  Know that we all mourn with you.  May he rest in peace.

Helen,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Gary was a wonderful man, friend and co-worker. We worked together in the MSHP and also at GM. #820, we're going to miss you.

C.J. Cooper 
Fort Wayne, Indiana

To the family I would like to extend condolences on your loss. I will always remember his bubbly personality and large smile.He was an adopted member of Lincoln High class of 1966  because he attended all our functions with Lynn and was the life of the party.My last memory was he and Helen and I sat at the same table at a retirement party for a friend.Garykept our table laughing the whole evening.To Helen, Lynn and family know that you can draw strength from others who care about you.Beverly Pendelton

How do you honor a man who shared so much of himself with the world. I first met Gary working in scouts and we worked together for almost 10 years in scouting before we realized we both worked at the IRS.  I watched Gary many times with the boys and young men that he worked with in scouting and saw the influence and the love he had for them.  He taught them to respect others and how to respect themselves.  He set the bar high for them and they never failed him.  Gary didn't give up on them and because of his humor, desire to form men of stature, his love, and his tenacity, Kansas City and the world is a better place. Many of these you men honor Gary by the lives that they lead and the talents they share with us all.  Walking the hallway at work has been difficult.  I keep waiting for Gary to be there to get a hug.  After the loss of my husband, those hugs meant so much to me. Through scouting Gary came to know all of my family including my sister the Camp Naish "cook". We will all miss him dearly and I hope that you and Terry are swapping scout stories together. To the Williams family, I offer you my prayers and the wish for God's loving arms to hold you through this time.  Gary may God hold you in the palm of his hand until we meet again.

Diane Price

Gary was an inspiration to those who knew him.  I admired all those wonderful qualities that made him the special person that he was.  He had intelligence, wit, charm and a big caring heart that made him a great friend. Gary has left a ton of great memories to all of us.  May his soul rest in peace, I firmly believe that God will accept him with open arms for all the good he has done while he was on this earth. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Mrs. Williams and the rest of Mr. Williams family,  I would like you all to know that I spoke to this wonderful man everyday before I even knew his name and he was always, always so friendly and warm. I'm honored to have been in the presence of a man that honored his vows to the family he built physically until he couldn't.  I have no doubt he will do no less in service to Him in Heaven and continue to cherish you all in spirit. You all are in my most humble thoughts and prayers.

Dear Helen, Brandon, Monica,
   I am so sorry for your loss . He loved you all so much, and I can't imagine how difficult it is to lose someone so vital and beloved. The phrase "he never met a stranger"  fit  Gary more than anyone else I have ever known.  And like the Bible story, I am sure he entertained angels unaware: he was always willing to  help anyone who asked, or seemed to need it. Reading all the comments of coworkers at IRS, I can only say that  he  obviously never changed his wonderful  ways! When I was a newbie in  Labor Relations at GM he was my team  leader, mentor, friend, confidant, advisor, morale booster, cheerleader and  shoulder to cry on. And he could laugh and find humor in situations where I would have lost my temper  completely.  When  one of the other Labor Reps lost it, Gary  would tell us it didn't  matter and crack some kind of joke that made it seem like it truly didn't .

I never had the privilege of meeting Gary but the loss of Cecil's brother is heartbreaking.  Please know that prayers and strength are enclosed in this small message and that they will last for all the hours and days that you need them.  Rest in peace Gary.  Cecil, here is a personal "Be Strong" hug for you!!

Helen-I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Gary always made us at the office smile and laugh. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.  Mary Epperson

My thoughts and Prayers for this family.  Mr. Williams always had a smile and a nice greeting every morning at work whether you knew him or not.

My heart is heavy for all those who knew Gary. He was a devoted husband, father, and scout leader. I am truly blessed to have been a part of Gary's extened family. As you go through this difficult time rember Gods love is the anchor that holds through uncertain times...the shield that surrounds you always.. the stronghold that keeps you in his caring embrace. I am praying for The Williams Family. My love, thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Williams, Monica, Bradon. Stay strong, love does conquer all.

"Come unto Me, all ye that.. Are heavy laden, And I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28 KJV

With Deepest Sympathy
Tracye Gee-Lewis

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Williams family.

I knew Gary from work. I found myself watching for him in the hall this morning, where I would sometimes run into him. I am sad that I won't see him any longer. He made the world better just by being in it, as he ALWAYS had something positive to say, and a smile to offer. He was a good man, and I admired him very much.

My heart goes out to the Williams family and all that were touched by Gary's generosity but also his playful way and good nature.  He will be greatly missed at the IRS campus.

Condolences to the Williams family. The world lost a wonderful man. I've known Gary for most of my life i met him as a young girl being drug to cub scout Day Camp with my mom. He was one of the great scout leaders. Then as an adult seeing him out at Naish and him always taking the time to say hi and ask how my mom was coping with the loss of my father. His kind and loving nature will be truly missed. He made some bad days better for my mom with his infectious smile and hugs while wandering the hallways of the IRS. RIP Gary. Heaven gained an amazing angel.

My thoughts and prayers are with Gary's family and friends. He was one of the bright spots at the IRS campus through the years and will be missed.

Gary always had a smile, a hug and generous words to anyone at work that needed it. He will be sorely missed for the effervescence that he brought into our office each day!

Sincere condolences to the Williams family.  Gary will be truly missed.

My heart is heavy for those scouts that will never sit around a campfire and experience pure childlike fun from someone old enough to know better but didnt care my boys are going miss out meeting you but I will try. Rest peacefully Sir.

Gary blessed his IRS co-workers with his humor, kind words, and beautiful smile for many years. I thank God for Gary's life and the joy he shared with his IRS friends.  Gary will be missed at the KC Campus.  Rest in peace, Gary.  Enjoy your well-deserved heavenly reward!

Will miss you my friend and your humor too. You were a great mentor to many and made a difference in many lives. As a retired Police Officer who spent hours with you when you were a Mo State Trooper and as a friend all through life I salute you. Rest easy my friend and God Bless.

Will miss you dear friend. What joy you brought to all at work. It was such fun when you would drop by the Health Unit just to brighten our day.Heaven has another wonderful Angel. RIP

Condolences from Barbara Johnson and Scout Robert Johnson ,praise God for the help he gave to many boys.

My condolence to Gary's family. I will always have good memories of Gary. Gary was my LR Speicalist when I became a front line manager. He was always supportive, with a story to tell me. 
Ron Manville,
Operation Manager, KC IRS

Gary will very much be missed at work.  He was a well known man and very liked.  He was kind. My prayers are with his family.

We will miss his never ending teasing and joking as well as his generosity. We will see you on the other side Gary with a special one-liner especially for you!

God bless Helen, Monica & Brandon

Ivory and Geraldine Mims

Gary, it was always a joy to work with you, especially on the challenges.  It is an honor to know you.  There is one thing that is consistent in all my visual memories of you.  Your smile.
Now it is time for your crown of righteousness.

My condolences to the family, Gary were always a nice caring person.  He will be truly missed.  May you find the strength of the Lord to comfort you.

My sincere condolences to the Willams family.  Keeping you all in my prayers.

I am so sorry to hear of Bro. Williams' passing. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. He will truely be missed. Sis. Williams, Monica and Brandon, you will remain in my prayers.  I pray that God will provide the comfort you need at this time.

Mr. Williams was such a very kind sweet person. He would always walk around with a huge smile on his face and say nothing but good about those around him. He was a great asset to the IRS family. I pray for peace, comfort and strength for his family during this sad moment in time. Always cherish the memories of him. Gary, you will certainly be missed! R.I.P. Mr. Gary Williams.

My condolences and prayers to the Williams family.
Lovie Reynolds

The twinkle in his eyes, the mischievous smile on his face, and the voice and laugh that let you know he was enjoying himself. We will never forget the PT District camporees where he would get Scouts, and Scouters too, singing and dancing while waiting in line for pancakes and sausage at breakfast; and that his Scouts and Ed knew he "just" had to have that first cup of coffee in the morning. Jackie and I will miss the paper bag full of coins that contained the registration fees for "his scouts".  Gary, keep those "pennies from heaven" sprinkling down upon us and all fellow Scouts and Scouters. We will miss you! Thank you for all that you have done for Scouting. To Gary's family, we are truly saddened by his death and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. 

Fellow Scouters,
Carol Jean DeFeo, Jackie Ring and Ed Mulik

Gary was a true one of a kind. His smile and warm personality won't be forgotten. I will miss you sir! My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones.

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.  May God comfort you and bless you. Gary was a wonder man to work with.  Everytime I would see him in the halls he would always have something good to say or just joke around.  Gary will be missed by alot of us.  My prayer is with you(family).

Gary always seemed to have a smile and a pleasant greetings for everyone. We did not personally know each other, but now that you are gone, I will not forget that you were one of the people who made my life at IRS a very comfortable workplace to be and I always looked forward to speaking to you as we passed and briefly conversed during the years you were here.

A Light has gone out. I only knew Gary from Scout Camp, but he was always a good example for us all (boys and leaders alike), adhering well to all parts of the Scout Oath and Law and fun to be around as well!

Gary gave so much of himself to all of "his" boys in the scouting program. He did so with a smile on his face and always a positive attitude. He will be missed by many.  I still have a very outdated "YOUTH PROTECTION" tape that Gary was in.

My thoughts an prayers are with the Williams family.  Gary I will remember you always, may you fly high in heaven, and when we see that amazing cloud and that star shining brighter we know that is you looking down on us. We loss someone dear to us.  I hope all the cherished memories of Gary brings light during this time of loss to his family and friends.  My deepest condolences.

my condolences to the williams family and extended scouting family he will be greatly missed and was always loved by those whos hearts and souls he touched

Gary was such a kind sweet person.  He would always walk around with a huge smile on his face.  He would say something sweet and funy to me.  He was a great asset to the IRS family.  I pray for peace, comfort and strength for us all during this very trying time.  Please focus on you're great memories of him as I will.  R.I.P. Gary Williams.  Keep smiling and preparing a place for us.

There never seem to be words when something like this occurs. We are praying strength & comfort for the family of Gary L Williams. He will be sorely missed at the IRS for all his acts of kindness and exhuberant personality.

Art & Brenda Johnson

Gary was known for putting a smile on everyone else's face.  Will truly be  missed in the halls of IRS.

what a wonderful, bright man you were no matter where you were walking or who you passed by. Thank you for all the smiles and laughter you left behind no matter where you were. Your pressence will be sadly missed but what a beacon to remember and tall shoes for each of us to strive to reach for. You will be missed my friend. 
Alyssa Summers (Mazuma Credit Union former employee)

I will miss seeing him, he was a breath of fresh air.  May God hold you more closer than ever before in your time of need.

To Gary's entire family -- my husband D Glass and I want to extend our condolences on Gary's passing.  D worked directly with Gary at the IRS for many years and I interacted with Gary almost daily whether in the Employment office or just walking down the hallway. I always admired his work with the Boy Scouts and we would talk "scouting" on numerous occasions as I also have an Eagle Scout in my family.  He always had a smile which sometimes looked a little mischievous but then he would laugh and people couldn't help but laugh too.  Please know that he was loved by so many. We will keep his family in our prayers

I am sorry for your loss. Gary was a very engaging individual, and a true Scouter, I will miss his smile.

The halls of the IRS will never be the same, Gary would greet everyone with a smile and treated you like family. Gary would always asked me about my son who is a United States Marine. Gary shared his own stories of himself as a Marine also (SEMPER FI). My prayers for God's comfort, strength and peace for the family and for all of us Gary's extended famiy.

We are all saddened by your loss.  Gary was a terrific man and a great Scouter.  I will always remember the smile he wore whenever I saw him at OA events.  We'll be praying for Gary and the family.

Gary was a person who left everyone he came across with a smile on their face. His devotion to scouting and the boys of his troop was very apparent to anyone who saw him at Camp Naish. We will miss you, friend.

My thoughts an prayers are with the Williams family.  May you find strength in knowing  what a wonderful person Gray was to the entire communtiy.  Such a positive impact on the youth of the Boys Scout of America.  He will be greatly missed.  He always had and smile on his face, and would have something funny to stay.  Rest in Peace my dear friend, Rest in Peace!

So sorry for your loss! Gary will be missed by many. Praying for God's comfort for all family and friends.

I just wanted to add my sincere condolences to the family.  RIP, Mr. Williams.

Gary was always kind.  He was the only one of my prior co-workers that came to a service when my son died.  He will be missed.

Dear Friend, the number of hours we spent together in my first two years as Department Manager in Files...Wow!  You teased me about keeping a spreadsheet on all the 763's I prepared, calmed me down during grievance meetings, and gave me reasonable information I could say I had a "win, win," situation!  Your sweetness will be missed by all who knew you.  I will see you in Heaven!

It has been a long time since I worked at IRS with Gary.  We shared a lot of time on Union activities. I will never forget his honesty and kindess.  It was sad to learn of his passing

Praying for Gary's family.  He was such a happy and funny person.  I worked with Gary for about 25 years and he always had you laughing when you saw him in the halls. Gary will be missed.

LARGER THAN LIFE! 
The mind says function? The heart aches.  But somehow the spirit is lifted with SO much you left behind.  Simply...Thank You.  
Family...prayers are right there with you.

God gave us an unexpected gift when we moved into our new house 5 years ago - the worlds greatest next door neighbors.  We love them dearly and have cherished the time we had together.  They have been the best part about living there.  We will greatly miss all the fun we have had with Gary.  He was truly a treasure.

Gary, You inspired me in so many ways. You were a great neighbor, a wonderful co-worker and a true friend.  My family and I will truely miss you as will everyone you have touched.  And your kind and joyous spirit has touched many.

Our  condolences to wife & family of Mr. Williams. There has been nothing but great words said about  Mr. Williams. We pray God's strength to you all during this time and always. Always a smile on his face so know that Mr. Williams is smiling down on everyone. God bless you all.  Debra, Lenore,& Yolonda Hardin & family (Kansas City Missouri)

I couldn't run into Gary in the hallways without smiling and eventually laughing. He brought joy to everyone. What a gift he had and shared with everyone. I still look for his Vette or truck in the parking lot, as we parked in the same row. Gary was definitely one of a kind, and I will miss him.

Gary was a great friend to all. In the many years I have known him, he always had a small on his face and found joy in making others laugh. I will miss him. My heartfelt condolences to his wife and family.

Helen, Brandon and Monica, I was blessed to have known Gary.  He was my friend and mentor and I will miss him terribly.  The world will feel empty because there was only one "Gary" and I consider it a privelege to walked with him.  God bless your family.

Praying for Gary's family, what a wonderful spirited person he was. I worked with Gary for the past 3yrs and he kept my spirits lifted. Truly, truly will be missed. God's Jewel.
Zenobia Brown

Praying for his wife and family. May GOD comfort you in this time of loss. I work with Gary for years. He will be miss coming around the corner with his coffee laughing and joking.

The sudden loss of Gary was a shock to his IRS Family.  Please know you are not alone in your grief and mourning of this wonderful man.  No one can remove the heartache you're suffering but we can surround you with love and support, every step of the way.

OBITUARY

Gary LaMonte Williams

January 4, 1946 – April 19, 2015

Mt. Moriah, Newcomer and Freeman Funeral Home & Mount Moriah Cemetery South

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