Gerald (Jerry) Douglas Williams, 93, of Lake Forest, CA, passed away Monday, November 24, 2025. He was born in Spokane Washington on October 26, 1932. Married for more than forty-seven (47) years to Jane M. Williams, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Highly respected within the aerospace industry for his precision metal work, his company,
J & J Metal Forming was the heart of Jerry’s life for more than 40 years. His skill and talent for precision metal work are still the gold standard in the industry.
Jerry was a lifelong learner with many passions. An adventurous rockhound and gem collector, an avid golfer, a talented garden enthusiast, and, along with Janie and his in-laws, a USC football devotee.
He is survived by his loving wife Janie, sons Danny and Gary Williams, daughter Cindi Grasso, sixteen grandchildren and great grandchildren, and sister, Shirley Peterson. Gone before him is daughter Mardi Williams.
A celebration and service will be held at 1:00PM, Saturday, January 10, 2026, Fairhaven Memorial Park, Memorial Garden, 1702 Fairhaven Avenue, Santa Ana, California, 92705
