of Sherwood, AR
May 11, 1954 - January 24, 2025
Gary L. Williams, 70, of Little Rock, passed away on January 24, 2025.
He was born in Little Rock, to Faye and Silas Williams, on May 11, 1954.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Jane Elizabeth.
He was a loving husband and father, and is survived by his wife of 48 years, Susan Williams; son, Silas Williams; brothers, Harold Williams (Brenda) and Roger Williams (Melinda); as well as his nieces, nephews, and many other beloved family and friends.
Gary is a graduate of Little Rock Central High School, class of 1972. He retired from Immanuel Baptist Church in 2022.
He loved camping and fishing at the Buffalo River. He was an avid reader of science fiction novels. Gary grew up loving the Arkansas Razorbacks and the Arkansas Travelers.
He was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church for nearly 50 years. Mr. Gary was a beloved Sunday school teacher for many of those years.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 30, at 1:00 p.m., at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, with a visitation taking place in the Gathering Hall immediately following the service. A Funeral Procession will be led to Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander for a 3:00 p.m. committal.
Dear Miss Susan and Silas—. Thank you all, for sharing Mr. Gary and his godly gifts and talents and abilities with my daughters, Ginger, Terry, and, Mollie, and with me. You all have always been such a wonderful part of our church, and, our Christian lives. I am asking The Holy Spirit to pour His peace and contentment, comfort, and, Joy, down over you all, like warm honey.. Miss Susan, it’s so hard to be a widow. If you need me, please let me know. Blessings to you all, and yours. Libbie Dougan. Phil. 4:13
Dear Susan & Silas, how much our family loved Mr. Gary! What an incredible, intricate part he was in the life and development of our children’s knowledge, salvation and growth in Jesus Christ. He was steady, patient and always fun!! He epitomized what a true servant looks like in the Christian walk. We will be praying for you in the coming days.
Love, Susan & Matt Cashion
Susan and Silas,
Our entire family mourns the loss of "Mr. Gary". He is in our memories all the way back to when our children were born. He was always there at Immanuel, taking care of kids, always having fun with them. I just know that there is a special place in heaven next to Jesus for Gary. We grieve with you, and we give thanks.
Silas, my heart goes out to you and your family. Your dad sounds like he was a wonderful man. I am picturing him reunited with Silas Sr., fishing on a river in heaven. I'm sure this loss will weigh heavily on you all, and I hope this time with each other is healing. Your VA team is here to support you and your family however we can.
With sympathy,
Marci
Silas,
I'm saddened to hear about your loss. Please take good care of yourself and your family. Let your friends at VA know if you need anything. We have got your back!
Brandon Griffin
Mrs. Susan we are sorry to hear about Mr. Gary our prayer is with you and the family.
Diane and the kitchen staff.
My condolences to the Williams family. Gary was a classmate and dear friend at LRCHS. He was friendly to everyone and always happy to share a smile. My thought and prayers are with your family during this time.
Susan and Silas I'm so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our love and prayers for your sweet family. Robert and Lynda Louthian
Silas,
Your VA team and I are saddened to hear of your Dads passing. We have remained steadfast in our prayers and support for you and your family through these times of loss and grief. Please do not hurry back to work. We will continue to hold down the fort for as long as you need. Sending you and your Mom all our best wishes for healing and peace.~ Monica Matthieu
It is many fond memories I have of Gary and Susan during our younger years.
I pray that God will be with you during this time and give you peace.
You will be missed.
It’s hard to imagine Susan without Gary. I’m so sorry Susan for your loss! Gary was a silent giant. We will always treasure the memories made from those family Buffalo River camping trips. It was a William’s thing just as much as football on the tv!
My heart is saddened for you Susan and Silas. ~ Brenda Williams
Love you Uncle Gary