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Mr. Harry “Duncan” Williamson, age 75, of Peachtree City, passed away November 26, 2018.
Mr. Williamson was born on September 9, 1943 in Huntsville, AL to the late Harry “H.B.” and Katherine Williamson. He grew up in nearby Gurley, AL alongside his sister Phoebe. He attended Colombia Military Academy and graduated from Athens State University earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry. Mr. Williamson joined the Air Force and became a skilled pilot of EC47, C141 and other air crafts. During his 7 years of service, Mr. Williamson became a Captain and served his country in the Vietnam War. He earned numerous awards including the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal. Upon his honorable discharge, Mr. Williamson became an air traffic controller. He then worked as a commercial airline pilot until his retirement. Not one to sit idle, Mr. Williamson also opened his own heating and air company, which he ran for 20 years. He was a talented “handy-man” who could fix just about anything, which he often did for his daughters and neighbors.
Mr. Williamson was fun loving and social. He was known to be a jokester. He was generous and loyal to his many dear friends. Mr. Williamson was a long-time tennis player, playing for his high school and college teams, as well as USTA and ALTA leagues for most of his adult life. He enjoyed his motorcycle, which he rode across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Mr. Williamson is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law: Jennifer and Ernest Ward of Peachtree City and Leslie and Richard Van Sant of Dacula; grandchildren: Christian, Rachel, Nathaniel and Lillian; dear friend: Sharon Hayes of Guntersville, AL; mother of his children: Phyllis Williamson of Fayetteville; sister and brother-in-law: Phoebe and Wayne Hornbuckle of Moore, SC; a niece and several nephews.
The Williamson family would like to extend their gratitude to Serenity Hospice for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Williamson’s honor to Serenity Foundation, 23 Eastbrook Bend, Peachtree City, GA 30269.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church, 175 East Lanier Avenue, Fayetteville, GA.The Williamson family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Highway 54 West, Fayetteville. Messages of condolence may be left at www.GeorgiaCremation.com.
Eddie Pafford says
Dear Leslie,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. He sure was a talented man! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this difficult time. Eddie Pafford
Amanda Pirkle says
To the Williamson family,
Our hearts go out to all of you at this sad time but remember to rejoice in the life and love Harry brought. We are thinking of you and praying for your peace. Love the Pirkle Family(James, Mandy, Hunter, Harry, Gavin and Nate)
Rose Davis says
Phyllis I am so sorry.
Sandra Barge says
Dear Family,
We send our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of Duncan. We hold fond memories of him and the family at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church. He was very proud of his daughters and their accomplishments.
Doug and Sandra Barge
Doug and Sandra Barge says
Dear Family,
We send our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of Duncan. We hold fond memories of him and the family at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church. He was very proud of his daughters and their accomplishments.
Doug and Sandra Barge says
Dear Family,
We send our deepest sympathy to you in the passing of Duncan. We hold fond memories of him and the family at Fayetteville First United Methodist Church. He was very proud of his daughters and their accomplishments.
Doug and Sandra Barge
Chrissy Griffin says
Dear Leslie and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. I know how close you two were to each other. I always loved when he came to watch you play tennis so I could chat with him and listen to his stories and crazy jokes. Hold all those memories close to your heart. He was an awesome guy. RIP Mr. Williamson…
Carol Pruett says
Phyllis, thinking about you and your family during this sad time. I hope you will be comforted knowing that Duncan is free of pain and in a better place. May the peace of God be with you.
Leslie Patton Rider says
Dear Phyllis and family,
I am so very sorry about the loss of Duncan. He was a friend of my late husband, Ty Patton, and they flew together at ASA. Duncan was very helpful to me as a widow and always took care of my heating and air needs. I loved to hear his great stories and listen to him talk proudly of his daughters. May you be comforted with great memories, and with knowing that he is no longer in pain.
Cathy Singletary says
Dear Phyllis, family and friend of Duncan’s,
It was my honor to have known and enjoyed the friendship of this beautiful man. I loved his wicked and sometimes sarcastic sense of humor. He would call me by my last name “Fritz”, till some people at work (ASA) thought that was my name. Quick to laugh, and enjoy the humor of life…he was a treasure, may God bless him.
Leo and Claudia Muniz says
Dear Phyllis and Family. Very saddened to know about Duncan’s death but certainly, the loving memories he leaves will serve to comfort you in days ahead and may the peace of Almighty God which passes all understanding encircle all of you at this difficult time.
Margie McDonald says
I was an ATC classmate of Duncan’s in 1974. There was a special bond formed between the eight of us trainees during those 8 weeks of intense work and aspirations for the future, and I will never forget Duncan’s kind, generous, helpful nature, and superb sense of humor. He was a special guy for sure, and one of my favorite people. Sending my sympathies, and wishes for comfort and peace to all of his family members and friends.
Michelle Dennis Winters says
He was THE perfect example of a warrior and hero! He always brought laughter and joy to our office (no matter what he faced). So very brave!! Like I’ve never seen ! We will miss you Mr Harry-D!! Love you buddy! My deepest prayers and condolences to your sweet family and friends!
Michelle W, RN -Piedmont Cancer Institute
Dennis E. Stevenson says
Dear Family and Friends,
I was a classmate of Duncan at Columbia, although I don’t think any of us remember him by any other handle than “Pogo”. I do have fond memories of him as he always seemed happy. Our condolences.
Ron Nall says
I, too, was a classmate at CMA and Graduated in 1961 with Duncan, as well as a fellow Vietnam Vet.
I wish the family the best and know in my heart, Ducan is now at rest with our Lord and God.
God Bess you all.
Ron Nall and family.