Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Home; Obituaries; Death Notices . ", Actor Clarence Williams III of 'Mod Squad,' 'Purple Rain' dies at 81. He was born on June 27, 1968 in Hornell, NY, to Wayne and Deanna Cole. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. In 1965, Williams earned a Tony nomination and Theatre World award for his starring performance in "Slow Dance on the Killing Ground." Clarence William James Ritchie "Herky" of Erie, PA, age 66, on February 18, 2023, closed his eyes and went to his heavenly home. As a young man, he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from Morris Brown College in Atlanta, Georgia and became a member . Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. CLARENCE WILLIAMS OBITUARY WILLIAMS Clarence ""Chinie'' Williams, Jr., a Marine Corps Veteran and a Fire Extinguisher Inspector for Louisiana Fire and Safety Company, passed away on Sunday,. Contributions may be directed to Mt. Clarence Williams, 80, of Jackson, MS was born May 2, 1942 to Willie Williams, Jr., and Annie Mae Stamps Williams. He was born in Erie, PA, on February 29, 1956, as the sixth child . Funeral arrangement under the care ofPalmisano-Mull Funeral Home LLC. Patrick H. Sanders Funeral Home 605 Main St, Laplace, LA 70068, Macedonia Church of God in Christ 3015 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70126. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. Clarence Williams April 13, 1943 - November 27, 2016 Warner Robins, GA- Clarence Williams, Jr., 73, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 27, 2016. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Church of the Ascension. Survivors include his wife Wanda Williams of Pulaski, sons Clarence Ray Williams, III of Pulaski, Matthew Williams and wife Samantha of Leoma, Jimmy Lee Williams of Pulaski, brothers Jimmy Ray Williams of Prospect, Steven Allen Williams and wife Linda of Springfield, sister Janie Lou Campbell of Prospect, and seven grandchildren. He attended El Paso Community College, Colorado Christian University World Religion & Bible Studies, Graduate Studies at (Denver Seminary & University of Maryland), Central Texas College (Professional Counselor), and Child Development Seminars, American Institute of Holistic Theology (graduate-Doctor of Divinity) and licensed and ordained by the Southern Baptist Convention. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Clee worked in the Jefferson Parish School System for thirty four years as a teacher and a principal at Benjamin Banneker and Hazel . Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. 'Greatest fighter ever': How Jon Jones envisions career after UFC 285, Dead & Co. will play Cornell on anniversary of legendary 1977 concert, Pa. company expands to Waverly: What to know about manufacturer, Cannabis dispensary coming to City of Corning, Bills news, notes from NFL Scouting Combine: Who they are eyeing at slot receiver, How Jon Jones plans to exploit Ciryl Gane's two 'big holes' at UFC 285, A year after loss to Corning in final, Elmira savors sweet revenge, Whitetail rut prediction for 2023: What to expect hunting this fall, Binghamton girls pull away from Corning to win Class AA title, Anchor Glass fined, 1 year after paying penalty following worker death, Story behind Painted Post's newest business, built brick by Lego brick, Adam Sandler bringing stand-up tour to Buffalo, Bills news, notes from NFL combine: Potential options to fill safety need, Section 4 title hopefuls, other things to know about NYS boys swim meet, Corning police to add K-9: What to know about plan, training, funding, NY hunter safety: 2022 season ties lowest number of shooting incidents, 15 million pounds of pollution was released in NY. Mt. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. He was eighty-six. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Let others know about your loved one's death. CLARENCE WILLIAMS OBITUARY. He was a long-time member of the Lutheran Church of the Ascension, where he served in many roles, among them a member of and president of the Congregation Counsel and volunteer caretaker of the churchs retreat center at Captain Butlers for many years. Virginia obituaries and death notices, 1985 to 2023. We are sad to announce that on September 14, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Clarence Williams of Atlanta, Georgia. New Orleans, LA CLARENCE WILLIAMS OBITUARY Clarence "Red" Williams peacefully entered into rest surrounded by family on Sunday, April 8, 2018 at the age of 76. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. July 13, 2022 Obituary Reverend Dr. Clarence E. Williams peacefully transitioned on July 13, 2022, at his residence. Rev. A visitation for Clarence will be held Thursday, January 5, 2023 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Goodlettsville, Tennessee, followed by a funeral service at 2:00 PM with Bro. Clarence Williams, Sr. (affectionately known as Clee), a lifelong native of Kenner, LA, passed in his sleep during the early morning hours on Saturday, June 30, 2018. Calvary Church of God in Christ (21 Milton St, Geneva, NY 14456). Calvary Church of God in Christ, 21 Milton St. Geneva, NY 14456. Waverly's Sackett paces Section 4 at prelims of NYSPHSAA championships. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Clarence Williams III, an actor known for portraying Linc Hayes on "The Mod Squad" and Prince's father in "Purple Rain," died on June 4. Williams broke through in 1968 as one of the stars of the counterculture cop show "The Mod Squad," also starring then-unknown actors Peggy Lipton and Michael Cole. CLARENCE WILLIAMS OBITUARY. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Burial with Full Military Honors will be held at Erie Cemetery. The family encourages attendees to wear their Pittsburgh Steelers team apparel or the colors black and yellow. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website, Clarence Ray Williams II, age 61 of Pulaski, passed away Friday November 11, 2022 at Vanderbilt Hospital in Nashville. Send flowers. They were married for almost sixty years, which is forever as forever as been given to us. Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Let the family know you are thinking of them. LOS ANGELES Clarence Williams III, an actor known for portraying Linc Hayes on "The Mod Squad" and Prince's father in "Purple Rain," died on Friday. He was a teacher and staff member of the Alpha Bible College, Baltimore, MD, He served 23 years in the U.S. Army (retired First Sergeant) 1972-1993. Dr. Clarence E. Williams peacefully transitioned on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Dr. Clarence E. Williams The Rev. A resident of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at the age of 70. He is survived by his sisters, Nelly Paige (Benjamin), Pauline Ewell (Oscar) and Louise Gaskins (Laurence) as well as sisters, and brothers in law, Glen, Steven, Debbie, and Phyllis; mother in law, Dorothy Allen; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, neighbors, and special "sons and daughters. IE 11 is not supported. Everyone who knew Clarence called him Herky and felt his big heart and giving nature. All rights reserved. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. He is survived by : his wife Jackie Francois-Williams; his children, Toshiba Birch and Corvell Johnson; his step-daughters, Brittney Francois Jackson, Briana Francois and Bianca Holmes; his siblings, Joyce Peters, Alvin Williams (Linda), Sheryl Jones, Lionel Williams, Alphonse Williams, Glenda Williams, Carla Magee (Charles), Kevin Williams and Sharlita Williams; and his nieces and nephews, Aaron, Lionel Jones, Joshua McElveen, Chanell, Lisa and Michelle Mitchell. Clarence graduated from Academy High School. His career in film, television and theater spanned four decades. (67 years old). Clarence was born Saturday, February 9, 1946 in Nashville, Tennessee and is preceded in death by his parents, Otho and Sophie Mangrum Williams, sister, Irene Hammond, brother, James Brown, Sr. "Sandy" (Clarence Alvin) Bridgers, Jr., age 83, passed into the Church Triumphant on February 25, 2023, after a long illness . She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Clarence was born on April 13, 1943 in Dublin, Georgia. He was the son of the late Clarence Alvin Bridgers, Sr., and Theresa Corrie Seckinger Bridgers, born in the Seckinger-Waldhauer ancestral home (which was later moved to the Historic Effingham Society living history site) outside of Springfield, Georgia. Reverend Dr. Clarence E. Williams peacefully transitioned on July 13, 2022, at his residence. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. Please accept Echovita's sincere condolences. CLARENCE WILLIAMS OBITUARY Superintendent Clarence C. Williams Sr. Elder Clarence C. Williams Sr. of East Orange, N.J., transitioned from Earth to Glory on Oct. 20, 2018. Waverly's Jerrell Sackett led field in 2 events at state prelims, with swimmers from Horseheads, Chenango Valley also advancing to championship races. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Shortly after graduating, he joined the military and served in the United States Army and Navy as a Cook. After his military career, he returned home and worked for General Electric "GE" for 20+ years as a Machine Operator. Friends may visit with the family at Davis-Garr Cremation and Funeral Services, Inc. 459 E 12th Street, Erie, PA 16503, on Friday, March 3, 2023 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. He was the 5th of 6 children. Send flowers. He also had a long-running collaboration with director John Frankenheimer, playing Bobby Shy in 1986's "52 Pick-Up," Chaka in 1994's "Against the Wall," Archie in the 1997 TV movie "George Wallace" and Merlin in 2000's "Reindeer Games.". The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Visitation on Friday, May 7, 2021 at New St. John Baptist Church, 58075 Barrow Street, Plaquemine, LA from 4:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. Visitation resumes on Saturday, May 8, 2021 from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m. conducted . Williams' management confirmed his death to Variety, citing the cause as colon cancer.