On December 8, 2024, Nicholas E. Williams passed away at St. Joseph Hospital.

Nick was born Jan. 10, 1978 to Jeff Williams and Kathleen Aker. Nick was the youngest of their three sons and is survived by his two older brothers, Tony and Andy Williams. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Theon A. Williams; grandmother, who he called mom, Pearl Hughes; her husband, Bill Hughes; and his two uncles, Jack and John Williams.

Nick fathered four beautiful daughters with Jennifer Wilson: Marasa, Isabella, Ashlea and Lynsea Williams. Nick was the husband of Christine Williams and stepped into the role of dad to Christopher, Sheree, Tanner and Adison. He took pride in being called grandpa by his grandson, Redsky, and two granddaughters — Kyleah “Babypa” and Kamie “Mojo.” He was a friend known to give the shirt of his back to help the next guy out. He was a man who held most at arm’s distance, but for those of us who had the opportunity to “really” know Nick he was an amazing man who loved deeply but had a hard time showing it.

Nick was a man that was not afraid of hard work. He gave and expected no less than 110%. Some considered him a “hard ass,” however if he was pushing you to do better it was because he cared and wanted you to realize your potential, and not settle for any less.

Nick enjoyed riding his Harley, hunting, traveling, and he lived for the thrill of riding dirt bikes. Fishing, however, is where he found his calm and quieting moments. It was not about the catch, seeing as how he would catch and release, and more about disconnecting from the chaos of life. It comforts me to believe that he is sitting with Granpa Bill and Uncle John with a fishing pole in his hand.

Nick leaves behind friends and loved ones whose lives that he has touched. Those who loved him will mourn their loss, cry their tears and cherish their memories. Nick may be gone but he will never be forgotten.

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