James K. Williams Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James K. Williams of Springfield, Illinois, born in Lafayette, Indiana, who passed away on August 19, 2021 at the age of 87. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James K. Williams to pay them a last tribute.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Dr. James E. Williams and Lucinda Helen Keith Williams of Lafayette; his daughter Marne Rebecca Williams of Oklahoma City, OK; and his granddaughter Mallory Marne Jones.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hogan Jazz Archive at Tulane University, 6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center-Chatham

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