Mr. David H. Williams, age 72 of Potsdam, NY passed away on Sunday, March 25th at the Massena Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are with the Garner Funeral Service. There will be a gathering for family and friends at Sergi’s Italian Restaurant in Potsdam on April 7th from 1-4 pm. There will be a tribute to David at 2 pm. Contributions in David’s memory can be made to Potsdam Booster Cub or the Snack Pack Program for Potsdam Central School both @29 Leroy St. Potsdam, NY 13676. There will be a burial in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery with military honors.
David is survived by his loving wife Mary Jane Williams; two nieces he adored Alison and Ellen Greene; a brother Charles (Julie) Williams and a sister Susan Olmstead. He is predeceased by his parents and a brother Steve Williams.
David was born October 16, 1945 in Potsdam, NY to the late Frances O’Brien and Charles Ray Williams. He was a 1963 graduate from Potsdam Central High School. He graduated from SUNY Potsdam. David was very proud to have had the chance to serve his country. He was a Vietnam War veteran. David served from December of 1967 until his honorable discharge in October of 1972. He was awarded the Bronze Star.
David was married to Mary Jane Greene on August 26, 1978 at Sacred Heart Church in Massena. He was a longtime member of the Potsdam Elks Lodge. He was retired from St. Lawrence County.
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