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Alan Charles Williams was born on December 15, 1961, in Harlem, New York to Fitz Herbert Williams and Eula Olivia Williams. He was the second of five siblings. Alan grew up in the Bronx New York in a loving Christian household. As a young adult he moved to Englewood, NJ. After being married in 1986 Alan moved to Atlanta, Georgia where he resided until his death on October 22, 2021. Alan was beloved by his family, friends and all who came in contact with him.
Alan attended Alfred E. Smith High School, majoring in carpentry. Alan held several positions during his career, where he was always admired for his hard work ethic and fun personality. Alan’s last held position was at MAC Papers in Atlanta, Georgia, where he was a department Supervisor. He was a loving and giving person, willing to lend his last few dollars and give the shirt off his back. Often a prankster, he thoroughly enjoyed making people laugh. Always an optimist, he was known for pointing out the silver lining in life’s clouds and helping others see the best-case scenario. He just loved seeing people happy, even at his own expense. Alan always had a joyful and jolly disposition, regardless of what was happening around him or to him. Going blind did not change that. His faith in Jehovah God and his promises was just that strong. With his natural sense of humor and infectious and generous personality, Alan was easy to talk to and be friends with. He could really pick you up when you’re feeling down. It’s been said, ‘he could make a statue smile.‘
He dearly loved his wife and family. In the words of his wife Annabella: “I want people to know that he was a wonderful husband- spiritual, loving, kind and generous. Alan dearly loved me with all his heart and I dearly loved him with all my heart.” Everybody who knew Alan knows that he was a die-hard sports fan, carrying a torch for the Knicks, Giants, and Rams. Of Course, his love for Jehovah was the most powerful force in his life. In regards to his love for his spiritual brothers and sisters, Alan often stated that worshiping God alongside fellow servants of Jehovah gave him the most fulfillment and satisfaction in life, after having been baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses on June 1, 1985.
Alan is preceded in death by his first wife Barbara Singleton Williams, older brother Joseph Williams, granddaughter Elaina Williams, Mother Eula O. Williams, Grandparents Raymond and Jennie Dixon; uncles Raymond Dixon Jr., John Dixon, George Dixon; Vincent Hall, Martin Bivens, Robert Stacey and aunts, Marilyn Dixon and Carol Dixon. 1st Cousins Anthony Dixon, Aretha Dixon, Leslie Jean Owens and Anthony J. Dixon.
Alan is survived by his wife Annabella Williams, his step-father Leonard Bell (Preston), his sons Jarvis Williams and Jarrell Williams, his Granddaughters (Iyanya Foddrell), Samara & Ariessa Williams, his brothers Glen (wife-Joy) Williams, Joel (wife-Vondra) Williams, sister Gigi (husband-Roger) Arnett, niece Jada Arnett, and his previous wife Francis Gunn Williams. He is also survived by his uncles, Richard Dixon (wife-Carolyn), Alexander “Butch” Dixon (wife-Jacqueline), Thomas Dixon (wife-Flora), and Leonard Dixon (wife-Melanie); Aunts, Juanita Parker (husband-Alfred “Sonny”), Roberta Stacey, Victoria Hall and Diana Bivens. Alan also leaves behind a host of loving Cousins who considered him a Brother and an Uncle! As well as a multitude of family and friends who loved him and he loved in return.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 6th at 3:00 pm. The service will be live streamed at: Zoom Link. Meeting ID: 856 5179 5524 Password: 110621. The Zoom room will be opened at 2:30 p.m. for association and slideshow presentation.
In Loving Memory of
Alan Charles Williams
December 15, 1961 – October 22, 2021
Program: (Saturday, November 6, 2021 – Time: 3:00 p.m.)
Chairman: Bruce Chauncey
(Slide Presentation)
Opening Song: #39 “Make A Good Name With God”
Opening Prayer: Thomas Dixon
Memorial Discourse: Robert Jones
Closing Song: #139 “See Yourself When All Is New”
Closing Prayer: Richard Dixon
(Slide Presentation)
SONG 139
See Yourself When All Is New
Just see yourself, just see me too;
Just see us all in a world that is new.
Think how you’ll feel, how it will be,
To live in peace, to be truly free.
No evil one will then prevail;
Rule by our God cannot ever fail.
The time will have come for a new earthly start,
The song of our praises
will pour out from our heart:
(CHORUS)
“We thank you, our God, for all you have done.
All things are new by the rule of your Son.
The fullness of our heart overflows in our song;
All glory and honor and praise to you belong.”
Now see yourself, and see me too;
And look ahead to a world that is new.
No sight we see, no sound we hear
Will cause alarm or give rise to fear.
All has come true, just as he said;
Now over mankind, his tent is spread.
He now will awaken those sleeping in death;
Their voices will join ours with
ev’ry grateful breath:
(CHORUS)
“We thank you, our God, for all you have done.
All things are new by the rule of your Son.
The fullness of our heart overflows in our song;
All glory and honor and praise to you belong.”
The family wishes to sincerely thank and acknowledge everyone for their calls, cards, prayers, supportive text messages, and gifts.
The Williams family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Hwy 54 West, Fayetteville. Messages of condolences may be left at www.GeorgiaCremation.com.
Dexter Edwards says
Glenn, Joe, GiGi, and all members of the Williams family with deep Love I express my condolence. Our familys relationship runs deep like still waters, your lost is ours too. As faithful servants of Jehovah God we have and still do hold tight in our hearts and minds the words of the promise resurrection mentioned at Job 14:14,15. Until the fulfillment of that one and many more promise, I pray that Jehovah’s holy spirit sustains us to see its fulfillment.
Karyn White(Clarke) says
What joy we have knowing He will call and our loved ones will rise again. My prayers for comfort to the whole Alan Williams’ family as you continue to be known by Almighty God!
Arthur Roberson says
To the Williams family Alan was a dear brother of mine in the truth. We had a great deal of fun going out in service together. I will miss my friend my brother May Jehovah bless you all.
Love Bro. Roberson
Cedar Gove Congregation
Pamela Watts says
My deepest condolences to Annabella and Alan’s family. I’m sadden. Alan was such a fun and witty friend. Always smiling and joking. He will be missed. I look forward to the day when we will welcome all our loved ones back and there will be no more death, pain or sorrow. Keeping you all in my Prayers. So happy to have gotten to know Alan and his loving spirit.
Carlene Rascoe says
I can remember the time, living on 172 st in Nelson Avenue I forgot the building number we stay across the hall. Book study, gathering, field service trading off food fun days as kids growing up. May jehovah God be with the family as we all look to the future in the new system where there will be the real life enjoying our love ones again.
Love Sister Carlene Rascoe
Sharon Watkins says
My dear friend Annabella and family of Alan, there are no words to express the pain I feel for your great loss. May Jehovah the God of all comfort, 2 Corinthians 1:3,4
give you the strength you need to endure
until we see Alan again.
Love you,(Shay)Stanley & Sharon Watkins
Bruce/Brenda Chauncey says
We haven’t been in the Atlanta area very long, actually since 2019. When we arrived at the Camp Creek congregation, we were greeted by a host of friends. One person stood out, Alan Williams. Why? He was just Allen, a kind and fun loving brother, intelligent and inviting. He invited me and some other brothers to his home to watch a sports game. There was plenty of food. We had a good time. That’s who he was. Just a pleasant person to be around.. He very capably handled the meetings for field service on Zoom. I was always encouraged by his leadership in that role. It was about 1 month ago that I told him I loved him. He said the same to me, but that’s who he was, a loving spirit. It won’t be the same without his presence. Our hearts are heavy. He will be missed. We send our warmest condolences to you, our dear sister Williams on your lost. May Jehovah sustain you and comfort you.
Steave says
Edward &Tonia Steave, We would like to offer our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We met Al shortly after moving here to Atlanta. We invited him over to our home.We remember the good time we had.Al sang Stevie Wonder songs among others. We had a blast. He was a kind and happy person. We were amazed at how he handled his blindness.He was an inspiration and excellent example .His warm smile will be missed.
El Hanna / Clarice says
Sister Williams my wife and I are very sorry about your loss. Soon, Jehovah will call, and he will answer and come out. Job 14:15 Oh what a wonderful day! We look forward to that day!
Wesley I says
Wesley Ignace
I patiently await your presence my dear brother.
Anne Singletary says
My condolences and love to the Williams and Dixon families. Alan was a warm and jovial young man . He spent a lot of time at my home when he was growing up. This is just a pause in his story, to be continued. May Jehovah comfort all of you as we wait to turn the page.
Beverly Lewis says
To The Family,
Alan brightened our lives. Though having many health obstacles, he never allowed them to deter him from serving Jehovah and loving and encouraging others. I miss him and can’t wait to see him again.
Sorry for our loss.
Beverly Lewis
Marisa Foddrell says
My deepest condolences to the Williams family . For the short period time I have known Alan, he was such a positive and uplifting individual . He could always put a smile on your face whenever you were feeling down. He had such a beautiful outlook on life, in spite of the circumstances. He was such a giving and loving person. He would call in the morning before dropping my daughter off at school to see how she was doing. We will miss those short calls before getting the day started. Not only was he Iyanya’s grandfather, but he was also my friend. He will forever be in our hearts , and will be truly missed, and to the family, I pray you that you find strength today and hope for tomorrow.
Love
Iyanya and Marisa
Tyra Lassiter says
Glen, Joy, Joel, GiGi and Willams Family,
Jurnee and I give our sincerest condolences on the lost of Alan! Please hold on to the hope of the forth coming promised Resurrection; Rev 21: 4! We all grew up together as children and being a spiritual family my love for you all run deep!
Much love and Prayers to you all!
Amelia Edwards says
My Love and prayers are with you all. May Jehovah continue to bless and comfort you. My condolences 😔
Malaysha Miller says
So sorry for your lost. I hope and pray the Williams family will cope and endure. ❤️😢❤️❤️
lourdes tossas says
May prayers of comfort surround you now and in the days ahead. And, may Jehovah’s promises sharpen the reality of seeing our loved ones again. Agape unity forever
Ronnie Williams says
My condolences to you and your family,my brother Glenn Williams
Sis Rita Brown says
To all the members of the Williams family, my love & condolences & may our hope bring all of you comfort during this difficult time.
Sis Rita Brown says
To Glenn & Joy Williams & all the Williams family my love & condolences & may our hope bring all of you comfort during this difficult time.
Denise Cole says
My love and prayers are with you all. May Jehovah continue to bless and comfort you. I’m sending you my condolences.
Leslie Santiago says
😪 No words, only echo Jehovah’s comforting ones. John 11:11-14 for I wish to be there when his and others awake from rest.
Sonia Crawford says
Sonia Crawford
November 6, 2021
To Glen and Joy and extended family
My sincere condolences at this time.
May the God of comfort Jehovah give you all the comfort you need at this time to endure. May the hope of the ressurection stay in your hearts and mine. Jehovah’s words are true and will be fulfilled.
With Warm Christian Love ❤
Janice Salmon-George says
To Glen and Joy Williams and extended family my condolences to your family. Your family will find comfort in Jehovah words.You will all be in my prayers. 🙏.
Twila says
Anna and family, I pray Jehovah will continue to supply the comfort and strength you need during this difficult time.
Robina Webb says
Alan had such a Pleasant Personality. I was honored to have him as a cousin. I live in NJ. The last time I came to GA in May , we had such a great time dining with other family members. You will be missed. Rest in Paradise Cousin Alan!!
kemp and Deneece Roberson says
Dear Sister Anna – We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Alan. Rest assure that soon, REALLY soon, Jehovah will call and awake Brother Alan temporary “sleep”. We love you my Sister.
Agape,
kemp and Deneece Roberson