In Loving Memory of OW Williams Jr

OW Williams Jr., affectionately known as “Bud,” was a beacon of light and laughter in the lives of all who knew him. Bud was born on September 11, 1956, in Galion, Louisiana, to Viola R.Williams and OW Williams Sr. His life’s journey, marked by kindness, wit, and an unyielding spirit of generosity, came to an end on October 20th, 2026, at Swedish Medical Center, Seattle, WA. He worked for many years at the Restorative Care Center and the Seattle VA Medical Center, where he eventually retired. 

Bud was predeceased by his beloved son, Otis Wendell Williams, and mother, Viola Williams, and he is survived by his devoted siblings: Pearlie M. Welch, Dorothy M. Mitchell, Margaret J. Walker,  Jerome M. Williams, Gloria J. White, and Micheal T. Brown; his children Otasha Simmons, Mecca Williams, Trieste Tialavea, and Vanessa Williams; and his longtime partner of 30 years Cynthia Maza. He also leaves a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Viewing and services will be held at Seattle Christian Church, 4402 S. Graham Street, Seattle, Washington 98118 Sat Nov 14, 2026. Viewing at 10:00 a.m.; service will begin at 11:00 am. We would love for people to come honor and celebrate his legacy of love and laughter.