George Stevens Williams

LEAGUE CITY, TEXAS – George Stevens Williams, a resident of League City, passed away December 26th, 2021 just one week short of his 94th birthday. George was born in Houston, TX on January 2, 1928. The youngest son of James & Effie Williams, George was a lifelong Houston area resident and a stalwart community influencer in League City since 1953.

His many accomplishments began with service to his country in 1945, as he enlisted in the US Maritime Academy becoming a Merchant Marine where he served at the end of WW II until 1948. Immediately following his Honorable Discharge, he married his sweetheart Betty Sue Williams and together, they started a family of 5 children. It was during that time that he realized his childhood dream as he began his professional baseball career (from 1951-1953) in which he completed regionally on both semi-pro and professional clubs. Known for both his arm and speed in centerfield, George was also a keen-eyed hitter who later coached organized Youth All-Star teams in the local area.

Following his athletic achievements, he embarked on a professional career in the construction industry which spanned over 50 years and led to his entrepreneurial success as the owner and founder of Baybrook Building Company. Along with his two sons Darrell and David, he was responsible for extensive commercial and residential projects throughout the South Houston and Galveston County area. Additionally, he obtained his Real Estate Broker’s license and served on the City of Webster’s Board of Adjustments. George’s civic minded interest was mulit-dimensional as he was also an elected City Councilman in League City serving from 1964 – 1972, during which time he oversaw significant growth in the community, its services and its reputation.

And yet, George’s greatest achievement is the family legacy that he leaves behind. While he is preceded in death by his wife of 42 years Betty Sue Williams, and the recent loss of his middle daughter Cheryl Ann Williams Gregory, he is survived by his daughter Georgia Stoody and her husband Andy, Cheryl’s husband Keith Gregory, sons Darrell Williams, David Williams and his wife Sherry, and daughter Robin Anderson and her husband Kimball, along with an impressive array of 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.

A lifelong avid fisherman, George was also known for his tremendous sense of good humor. George excelled at making others laugh and feel welcomed bringing a smile to the face of everyone he encountered. Perhaps it is best recounted by the son of his lifelong best friend Bud Houchins: “George isn't gone as he shall live forever in our hearts while making us smile! George, the man, the father, brother and mostly, my friend!”

George’s family will hold a service of remembrance at the Forest Park East Cemetery in Webster, TX on January 17th at 2pm. They ask that in lieu of flowers, you donate to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) in his name: George Stevens Williams - Jan 2, 1928 – Dec 26, 2021.