James Alphus Williams, 67, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 7, 2017. He was born August 1, 1949 in Madisonville, KY to Billie E. and Verda (Curneal) Williams.
Jim was united in marriage to Phyllis Matney on September 6, 1969 in Knoxville, IA. He is a veteran of the United States Army. Jim worked as a Barber for several years in Knoxville, IA and in Blue Springs, MO. He was a member of the First Bible Baptist Church in Blue Springs, MO. Jim enjoyed fishing, running, the Kansas City Royals. His greatest enjoyment came from spending his mornings with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and his days with his beloved family.
Survivors include wife of 47 years, Phyllis Williams of Blue Springs, MO; children, Valarie Williams of Grain Valley, MO, James Williams (Elizabeth) of Papillion, NE, Michael Williams (Heidi) of Lee’s Summit, MO; brother, Christopher Williams (Vickie) of Dixon, KY; grandchildren, Katie Williams, Wesley “Dub” Williams, Emily Williams, Rachel Ballman (Eric), Jack Williams and Harry Williams. He is preceded in death by his parents, Billie E. and Verda Williams; brother, Danny Williams.
The family will receive friends from 6-8:00 p.m., Sunday, June 11, 2017 at the First Bible Baptist Church, 1441 S.E. Adams Dairy Parkway, Blue Springs, MO. Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 12, 2017 at the church. Burial will follow at Lobb Cemetery in Independence, MO. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to FBBC to be given to Bryon and Tammy Callaway missionaries to Zambia, Africa. Memories of Jim and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
my heart goes out to all of the family thinking about everyone.
Dear James and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We rejoice in the truth we will all be together again with your father and our heavenly Father someday.
God bless you.
Our Sympathy to Phyllis and family on the loss of Jim. Remember fondly the years you spent in Knoxville and as fellow members at First Baptist Church and as our favorite barber and hair dresser. We will pray for you as you celebrate the life of husband and father, Jim.
Our sincere condolences to the Williams family. May the memories of your loved one keep you at peace …rejoicing that he is with Jesus..
We are all so sorry for your families bliss, and are praying for you and holding you close in our hearts. God bless and keep you all.
So sad to hear of Jims home going, yet how can we not but rejoice with him when he is in the presence of Jesus! Praying God’s grace upon you at this time. Love in Christ, Pam
I am so sorry about the loss of Jim . He was a great man and always knew how make someone to laugh. Now up there up with pastor nuckolls and my aunt and grandma havens even mom
Phyllis
I am sad to hear about your loss. Although I didn’t know Jim I heard about him from my sister, Elaine. She had only good things to tell me about you all.
Jim and I spent a few years together on our usher team at our Church, and I was always in awe of how many people he knew and how many knew him. As time went on, it was clear that he had brought many of them as visitors. Many are now active members, thanks to his faithful service. He really had a heart for others and a true desire to bring as many as possible into our fellowship. He was a good friend, and brother, and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Phyllis, so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and yours.
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I babysat for the kids many years ago. Great family! Prayers for the family.
I’m so sorry for your loss Phyllis….he was a great guy and you were so lucky to have him…..I’m so sorry to hear this…love you both
Phyllis and family so sorry for your loss. He will always be with you in your hearts .
I’m sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. His parents lived next door when I was younger, so we all grew up together. I knew Jim as a soft spoken honest man. I enjoyed the times we had together, either at home or me in the barber chair, and Jim wielding his sharp scissors. God speed Jim.
Phyllis, we are so sorry to hear about Jim! We are rejoicing that he is in the presence of his beloved savior, but the world has lost a great man. So happy we got to spend time with both of you a couple of years ago in Arizona. God bless you and your family!
James, Liz, Katie, and Wes-
We are so sorry that you have lost your Daddy and Grandpa. We rejoice with you that he is with his beloved Savior. We love you with all of our hearts!
“Psalms 116:15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.” Our prayers are with you dear Williams family. Carl & Judy Lenger
Wish we could be there to celebrate your Dad’s graduation Cekebration !! We sent flowers to Phyllis !! From Me !!! 💕 We love you all!! Praying for comfort and healing !! May God flood your hearts with peace !! Much love and many prayers, Ed and Debbie Nuckolls Williams
To all of Jimmy’s family:
May God comfort you as you grieve his passing. Our maker has now given Jimmy eternal rest . May you each be given the strength to bear this great pain. My hope is that your memories of him, and with him, will bring you peace and strength.
With much love…
Jim was my barber for many years. I enjoyed our talks during the time he would give me a haircut. We will miss him dearly.