Williams

Kenneth F. Williams passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Born in Spencer, Ind., on July 5, 1939, he was the son of Laverne and Dean Williams.

Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Judith Williams; children, Brad Williams of Cranberry, Vance (Mary) Williams of Harmony and June (Randy) Kress of Harmony; grandchildren, Cole (Shannon) Williams, Cody (Tabby) Williams, Kelly (Thomas) Tarcha, Taylor (Arianna) Williams, Brady Kress and Connor Williams; great-grandchildren, Graham and Calvin Williams and Callie and Maggie Williams; sister, Linda Walker of Florida; niece, Terry (Jim) Jones; nephew, Jeff (Ann Marie) Walker, of Indianapolis; and in-laws, Bob and Lynn Evans of Nevada, Janet (John) Jacobs of Illinois, Don Evans of Texas, Scott Evans of Florida and Virginia Evans of Mississippi.

In addition to his parents, Ken was preceded in death by his in-laws, Harley and Betty Evans; daughter-in-law, Marci Williams; brothers-in-law, Lloyd Walker, Steve Evans and Harley Evans Jr.; and sister-in-law, Helen Evans.

Ken married the love of his life, Judy, and together they shared a love for dancing, gardening and the peace and contentment of their farmette. Ken retired in 1996 after many decades of managing real estate for Conrail Railroad. He enjoyed working with his Belgian horses in his free time and was a standout multisport athlete in his youth. Ken was an annual participant in the Zelienople Fourth of July parade, during which he drove his historic tractor collection while hauling wagons filled with family and friends.

Ken’s greatest joy in life was his family, whom he loved deeply. He documented each family gathering with photographs to be cherished as keepsakes by all. He will be remembered for his welcoming presence, sense of humor and tireless work ethic.

WILLIAMS — Kenneth F. Williams, who died Wednesday, June 12, 2024, was a dedicated member of St. Peter’s Reformed Church in Zelienople, where a private service was held on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Burial took place in St. Peter’s Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to BOYLAN FUNERAL HOME, 324 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople.

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