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Obituary For Henry Lee Williams
Mr. Henry Lee Williams was born to the late James Williams, Sr. and the late Mattie Francis Williams on September 4, 1948 in Preston, Ga.
He departed this life on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
Henry was educated in the public school system in Preston, Ga. As an adult he moved to Columbus where he worked for GA Power, Kmart and Azalea Nursing Home. He also worked along with his brother, Clifford, in a small engine repair shop. Henry had a green thumb. He loved to garden, grow flowers and plants. He was also a good cook (although he made up a lot of stuff) His daugters can attest, there was not much he couldn't do.
Other than his parents he was preceded in death by a daughter, Sharon Sanders; siblings, James Jr., Paul and Mary Jane "Micky" Thomas
Henry leaves to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Reverend Leotha Williams, with whom he shared 45 years of matrimony; two daughters, Ramona (Michael) Smith, Roseceter (Marquis) Knight; siblings, Johnny B. Sr. (Jerry Dean) Williams, Clifford (Rev. Pat) Williams, Ollie (Annette) Williams, Verna (Rev. Ronald) Williams, Ruby (Jimmy) Garnett, Willie "Kitty" Reliford, Susie (Peter) Jackson, Jacqueline (Alfred) Horlsy, Linda (Alvin) Young; grandchildren, Louis Trey (Autumn), Rachel (Joseph), Michael, Lamarr, Jr., and Marquis, Jr.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Williams will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023 at 11:00 AM graveside at Preston City Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Thursday beginning at 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM at Progressive.
Progressive Funeral Home staff is privileged to serve the Williams family.
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Mark Druivenga sent Golden Days Basket for Henry Lee Williams - May 26, 2023
Rest in peace Uncle Henry. Shanny,Mark & kids,Tasha,Candace&kids.
Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was sent for Henry Lee Williams - May 24, 2023
Yvonne Strickland sent Emerald Garden Basket for Henry Lee Williams - May 23, 2023
With my deepest sympathy--Henry was always a great help to me in my yard. He will be missed. Yvonne Strickland
Erin Stephens sent Serene Retreat for Henry Lee Williams - May 23, 2023
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Love you Uncle Henry from Brandon and Chris your nephews in Dallas Texas.
Uncle Henry will be missed dearly 🥹 He walked around with that toothpick in his mouth just smiling away. He had such a calm spirit. Until we meet again Love Jasmine, Carter, Khloe, Carson & Nova
Uncle Henry you will be missed dearly🥹You had a calm quiet soul that will live on through your family. We Love You Sooo Much. Love Jasmine, Carter, Khloe, Nova & Carson 💕
