Philip Herman "Phil" Williams

Philip H. Williams (Phil), 78, of Mechanicsville, VA, passed away peacefully at home, among family and friends, on Wednesday, May 7, 2014. He was preceded in death by his son, Eugene Williams. He was a caring and loving husband and father, a friend, and a teacher to many. He dedicated many years to his community through his volunteer work and teachings with Henrico and West End Rescue Squads. After his retirement from Philip Morris, he spent time chasing the birds and finding the fish on the Outer Banks but he most enjoyed fishing the Rappahannock River with his fishing partner-Barbara-on his Grady White-“The Southern Lady” and making the lifelong friendships with the ones that became his river family at Bush Park Campground. He is survived by his wife and soul mate of 58 years, Barbara Williams; son, Mike Willliams and lifetime partner, Jim Morris of Suwanee, GA; his daughter, Dawn Ball and husband, Tom, of Caroline; grandson, Tom Ball, of Caroline; and his wonderful and caring friend, Pat Donati, of Montpelier, VA. We were all blessed to have many care givers from Companion’s Extraordinaire, Hospice of VA and Medi Home Hospice. The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 11, 2014 from 4-7 p.m. at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave. Richmond, VA 23231, where a chapel service will be held on Monday, May 12, 2014 at 2 p.m. Interment in Washington Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to Meals On Wheels, 355 Lexington Ave. New York, NY 10017. Online condolences may be made at www.nelsenrichmond.com. Arrangements under the direction of Nelsen Funeral Home & Crematory, Richmond, VA.