Mr. Nick Williams Jr.

Nick Williams Jr. was born on December 3, 1944, to the union of Nick William Sr. and Geraldine (Wilson) Williams in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Nick was the seventh of eleven children. In his youth, Nick was widely known as the dancer of the family. Many of his close friends admired his stylish combination from clothes, cars, and musical skills. As a young child in Mississippi, he spent majority of his time working hard in the field to help provide for his family. Nick was always known as a dedicated worker and once spent 20 hours working to help his family. Nick accepted Christ at a young age at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Miller. Later in life, he rededicated his life to Christ at Bethel Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor William Robbins, and where he served on the senior usher board and as a member of the male choir until his health declined. On May 10, 1964, Nick Williams Jr. united in holy matrimony with Doretha Moore in Vicksburg, MS. Their union was blessed for 58 long fruitful years, and Nick had five children. During The Great Migration in America, like many Black Americans, Nick moved his family from Mississippi to Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1966. Nick quickly found a home and contentment in a new area of work. He worked at Motor Casting Company as a machine operator for 40 years, of which he never missed a day of work. He was recognized company wide upon retirement for this great accomplishment and dedication. Upon retirement, Nick spent much of his time taking care of his grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoyed working on cars, spending time in the neighborhood, and traveling with his brother, Monie. His favorite car was his 1978 Mark V Lincoln Continental, all black. Nick also spent much time fishing. He would use that time to bond with his sons and grandsons, in addition to preparing the fish to cook for his family. It was widely known that Nick had a loving and playful soul, which he showed in various ways. Watermelon was one of the best ways that he expressed his love because it was one of his favorite foods. As time continued, Nick started his own snow plowing company, which he owned and operated in the winter to help provide for his family. Nick was also able to pick up new skills in music. He was known for his harmonica skills but quickly grew into a strong guitar player. He loved his guitar which he called "Baby". He also enjoyed "sanging" with his male choir members at church. He was able to find joy in this new skill by constantly battling sickness over the years. Although his quality of life was rocky from medical complications, he kept his faith in God and was able to keep fighting for more than a decade. Nick always encouraged education because as he would say, "that's one thing no one can take from you". His life was a testament that love wins, hard work prevails, keep a clean outfit head to toe, always keep some money in your pocket, and the sky is the limit. Nick was called home on October 25, 2023. He was preceded in death by his: parents, Mr. Nick and Geraldine Williams Sr.; sister, Inez Jones; brother, WT Williams; and daughter, Effie Dineen Williams. He leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Doretha Williams; children, Charles Moore, James Moore, Priscilla Sampson (Osbee III), Lemonia Williams (Jackie), and Kim Durham (Lloyd); many grandchildren and great grandchildren who he referred to as his "Buckeyes"; six sisters and two brothers; Claudette Haggard of Vicksburg, MS, Everjean Jackson (Elbert), Earshline Hodges, Geraldine Williams, all of Columbus, GA Leo Williams (Annie) of Maricopa, AZ, Lemonia Williams, Catherine Barnes, and Shirley McCoy (Jesse) of Milwaukee, WI; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

Mr. Nick Williams Jr.

December 3, 1944 - October 25, 2023