John A. Williams

Departed this life November 23, 2016. John A. Williams, age 66, of Richmond. He is survived by his devoted companion of 50 years, Brenda Joyce, one daughter, Carol Cole and one son, Robert Cole; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two sisters, Tracey White and Shirley Brown; five brothers; Spencer L. Williams Jr., Joseph L. Williams,Milton Grant, Johnny Batts and Larry Campbell; two aunts; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins; one daughter-in-law, Tanya Cole; and other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Joseph Jenkins Jr. Funeral Home, 2011 Grayland Avenue where the family will receive friends Sunday from 3 to 4PM. Funeral services will held Monday 1PM at Second Baptist Church, 3300 Broad Rock Blvd where remains will lie in state one hour prior to funeral time. Rev. Ralph Hodge(pastor). Dr. Peter Jeffery off. Interment Riverview Cemetery. Family and friends assemble at the church 12:45PM Monday. Online condolences can be made at www.jenkinsjr.com