Joseph A. Williams

July 6, 1924 - October 23, 2010

Funeral Mass for Joseph A. Williams Jr., 86, will be 11 a.m. Friday at St. Helen Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Road, Newbury Township. Mr. Williams died Saturday, Oct. 23, 2010, at Tryon Estates in Columbus, N.C. Born July 6, 1924, in Belleville, N.J., he had lived in Chagrin Falls before moving to Columbus, N.C. Joe was a devoted husband, loving father, and life member of the Knights of Columbus. He loved our Lord and spent each day of his retirement going to daily Mass with his wife, thanking God for his many blessings until he was physically unable to go to daily Mass. Mr. Williams retired after more than 30 years as the CEO and President of Electrolock Inc. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Katharine (Andrus) whom he married June 26, 1948, at St. Mary’s in Nutley, N.J.; sons, Joe and Mark; daughters, Kathy, Sharon, Andrea, Peggy, and Beth; grandchildren, Kitty, Robin, Sarita, Zach, Joe, Mike, Jenny, David, Matt, Wendy, Matt, William, Christy, Jessica, Virginia, Michelle, Kimmy, Jimmy, Tony, Richelle, Fred, Maggie, Theresa, Jack; and 25 great-grandchildren. His parents, Joseph A. and Mary (Paggi) Williams Sr., are deceased. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the Burr funeral Home, 116 South St.(Route 44, 500 feet south of Route 6/Chardon Square), Chardon. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township. The Rev. Jay McPhillips of the church will officiate. The family suggests contributions to a Hospice of one’s choice. Arrangements are being handled by The Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service. Information and online condolences at www.burrservice.com.

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Mr. and Mrs. Williams, Joe, Mike, Jenny, David and Matt:I am sorry to hear about the passing of Grandpa Williams.I have such fond memories of the entire Williams family. Everyone was always so kind to me and my family.I know he meant a lot to each of you. He was obviously a hard worker, had a sense of honor, and was a man of great faith. Each of these characteristics have been passed on to all whose lives he touched. Your strength of character and sense of pride will help you through this sad time. Please accept our most sincere condolences and know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.Craig Burford and Family

I always enjoyed in when Mr. and Mrs. Williams would come visit us at Electrolock in Duncan. They were always smiling. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.