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Robert Williams Obituary
Robert C. Williams Sr. passed away Jan. 18, 2025. He was 95.
The only child of Louise Turner and Robert J. Williams, he was born in Wilkes-Barre in 1929. He was a graduate of Elmer L. Meyers High School, and Penn State, with an associate degree in business administration.
A member of the Westminster Presbyterian Church, Bob attained the rank of Eagle Scout and served many summers as a camp counselor and bugler at Camp Acahela. He was a member of the Naval Reserve and performed with the Navy Band as a trumpeter.
In 1950, he began a career in the insurance industry that spanned 50 years. Early in his career, he also had a popular five-piece dance band that played at clubs and weddings throughout the area. In 1955, he established his insurance agency, the Robert C. Williams Insurance Agency Inc., which remains in operation today. A businessman with a variety of interests, he established Krispy Kreme doughnut shops in Wilkes-Barre and Kingston; owned nursing homes in Danville, Milton, and Blue Bell; and, in 1984, purchased Mill Race Golf Course in Benton, which he owned for thirty-five years.
Bob was a member of the Lions Club of Mountain Top, Irem Shrine, and Caldwell Consistory, and was a past president of King's College Advisory Council.
With his late wife Leona, they maintained homes in Mountain Top, Naples, Fla., and Beach Haven, N.J., where they enjoyed deep, lasting friendships.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, the former Leona Kelly, in April 2024.
He will be greatly missed by his children: Barbara Williams, Robert C. (Rick) Williams Jr., Nancy Bolton, and Abigail Reed; four grandchildren; and a cousin, Haydn Evans.
Bob's family extends their heartfelt thanks to the caring staff at the Meadows Nursing Center for the wonderful care provided to their Dad over the past year.
Bob's family will celebrate his life privately.
Donations to King's College, or your preferred charity will honor Bob's memory.
Share memories and condolences with Bob's family at mjmclaughlin.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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bonnie and Pat Lenahan
January 25, 2025
Rick and the entire Williams family , your father was the best! He was so kind and a real gentleman.
Stephanie Eicher
January 25, 2025
My condolences, prayers and love to you Barb and rest of the family. He was a delight and we loved him at the Meadows. Loved being his nurse when I was. "Pop" is missed.
Carl Jones
January 25, 2025
Sorry for your loss Rick and Barbra and family.
Carl and Bessie Jones
Cape Coral Florida
Edi Lentini
January 25, 2025
My sincere sympathy Barbara, Rick and family on your father's passing.
Joseph & Deborah Sellitto Rivera Beach Florida
January 25, 2025
To Barbara,Rick, and Family please accept our deepest sympathy. Bob was a wonderful man and an icon in his community. We so enjoyed our friendship.
May he rest in peace.
Jerry bonner
January 24, 2025
Dear Rick and Family sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad he was such a nice Guy please accept our condolences may ur dad rest in peace sincerely jerry bonner family Florida
Lynn Grilli
January 24, 2025
I met Bob at the Meadows where my mother is also a resident. He was a delightful person. I miss seeing him and sharing time together at dinner. My condolences to his children. It was a pleasure to get to know Barbara and Rick.
Tom McGrath
January 24, 2025
Rick Barb & Family, so sorry for your loss The boss was a true Gentleman
Dave & Rosemary Williams
January 24, 2025
Dear Rick & Family
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our friend Bob. Whether visiting Mill Race; dinner with the "crew "; or visit with him and Leona in Naples. We were always met with so much kindness.
We will remember Bob as a true gentleman and a cherished friend.
Dave & Rosemary Williams
Stephanie Earnest
January 24, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss, I always admired Bob, I also enjoyed his storys . Thanks for being an amazing boss ,never minded telling you thanks for your hard work. He will be missed .
Sandra Dungey
January 24, 2025
Dear Rick and Family,
So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May he rest in God's eternal peace.
Sandy Dungey
Marty&Kathy Kane, Ft Myers, Fl
January 24, 2025
Dear Rick &Family: We would at this time like to extend our most sincere condolences on the recent death of your father Bob. Our thoughts&prayers are with your entire family at this time.
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