Willie Arnette Williams Obituary

We are sad to announce that on January 11, 2025, at the age of 69, Willie Arnette Williams (Gulfport, Mississippi) passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Willie's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Calvin L. Williams, Sr. and Arnett Hines Williams (Julia). He is survived by: his wife Oressie Henry; his children, Warner (Emanuel) and Kim; his granddaughter Willeau; and his siblings, Calvina Williams (late Robert), Carolyn Howze (Charles) and James Lizana. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the St. Mark United Methodist Church (3350 28th St, Gulfport, MS 39501). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 from 1:45 PM to 2:00 PM at the Floral Hills Memorial Gardens (8910 Carl Legett Rd, Gulfport, MS 39503).