Mr. Jack L Williams

Jack Lee Williams completed his life’s journey peacefully on March 20th, 2021. Jack was born on September 26, 1935 in Elwood. The son of Clarence and Lillie (Bell) Williams, he was a 1953 graduate of Elwood High School. He moved to Anderson in 1979, where he resided until his death. Jack served in the U.S. Army, worked as a foreman in the Ventura Trailer Factory in Elwood and retired from Delco Remy/Delphi on January 1st of 1996 after 36 years. He had raced “stock cars” at various speedways in Indiana during the 1950 and 60’s. A fan of NASCAR, the Indianapolis Colts, the Pacers, and the Chicago Bears. He was also a “Die hard Cub fan”. He also enjoyed IU basketball and the Phoenix Suns. His great love was his family and earthly home. He enjoyed working in the garden and growing his “tomatoes”. He was ready to go to his heavenly home when his Lord called. Preceding him in death were his parents, his wife, Carolyn (Fleming) Williams, his brother Edward J. Williams, and a son Bruce Hanson. Survivors include his son, Michael D. Williams of Elwood, daughter Jana (Hanson) Kemper (husband Scott) of Pendleton, 2 grandchildren, Megan (Tyler) Williams of Pendleton and Christy (Dylan) Swindell of Pendleton, and 4 great grandchildren Fiona Williams, Elliott Williams, Nora Swindell, and Murphy Swindell. Surviving include several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Survivors also include a very special niece, Carol (Paul) Nowacki of Ca. A farewell celebration of Jack’s life will be held at Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Service and Crematory, 515 E 53rd Street, Anderson on Wednesday, March 24th, with visitation from 2 pm until the service at 4 pm. Placement of his cremated remains will be held at a later date at Mechanicsburg Cemetery. 2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Due to Covid19 mandates, all guests are required to wear face masks and practice social distancing.