John McKinley Williams Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2023 in Greenville, South Carolina

John McKinley Williams Jr.

June 17, 1936 - October 14, 2023 (87 years old)

Greenville, South Carolina

John McKinley Williams Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 14, 2023 in Greenville, South Carolina
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John McKinley Williams Jr.

June 17, 1936 - October 14, 2023 (87 years old)

Greenville, South Carolina

John McKinley Williams Jr. Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John McKinley Williams Jr. of Greenville, South Carolina, born in Montgomery, Alabama, who passed away on October 14, 2023 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John M. Williams and Essie Velma Martin Williams; his former wife Cecilia Dantzler Williams; and his sisters, Ruth Shields, Katrine Wright and Veraldean Stevens.

He is survived by: his wife Virginia Culler Williams (Ginny); his children, Teresa Archambeau (Victor), Christine Williams (Christopher Wright), Becky Hall (Adrian) and John M. Williams, III (Susan); his grandchildren, Beau, Aaron, Robert, Jane, James, Cecilia, Shelby and Lilly; and his pet Brandi. He is also survived by 4 great-grandchildren; 4 step great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in John's memory to Tunnel to Towers, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306; South Carolina Methodist Conference -UMVIM, 4908 Colonial Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203 or to the charity of your choice.



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October 22, 2023

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“In loving memory of John McKinley Williams Jr., Knowing Rev. Williams through his daughter Teresa gave me a glimpse of what a great man of God he was. And each time I heard him speak just made that a stronger admiration. Love and prayers to Teresa, Virginia and the rest of the family. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.”


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Covenant Methodist Church
1310 Old Spartanburg Rd, Greer, SC 29650

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Nov 19

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Wayne Methodist Church
621 Wayne St, Georgetown, SC 29440

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