James Williams Sr.

James Williams Sr. obituary, Burgaw, NC

James Williams Sr.

James Williams Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Harrell's Funeral Home and Cremation Service on Jun. 28, 2025.

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James Edward Williams Sr., age 78 of Burgaw passed peacefully Tuesday June 24, 2025 at The Laurels of Pender.
He was born June 24, 1947 in Scotland County son of the late James and Rose Williams.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Bostick Williams; three children, Vanessa Bostick of Charlotte, James E. Williams Jr. of Parkton, and Christina Babcock and husband Daniel of Burgaw; five grandchildren, Elijah and Andrew Bostick, Dominique Williams, and Chase and Autumn Babcock; sister, Kathy Williams; and many nieces and nephews.
James loved to freshwater fish with family and friends. He was a very devout Christian. James was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date
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