Mr. Anthony Larry Williams

Anthony Larry Williams was born on July 25, 1947 in Monticello, Arkansas to Cornelius Daniels and Geneva Williams. He was educated at Drew County High School and graduated in 1965. He moved to Detroit at the age of 18. He lived with his mother then later moved with his father and stepmother for several years. He enjoyed westerns, hunting, fishing and being with his friends. At a young age, he gave his life to Christ at Pilgrim Rest AME Church in Monticello, Arkansas. Anthony started working at Dana Corporation as an assembly line operator in 1966 and this allowed him to move out of his parent's home. Anthony later married Alberta Williams on February 21, 1970 and they united three kids. Anthony also raised her two sons and her brother, Franklin as his own. They later divorced after 18 years and remained friends. After Anthony retired from Dana Corporation in 1981, he continued working various jobs until deciding to live a life of relaxation spending time with his family and friends. He was a joker and always kept you laughing, even during the times when he was sick. He never complained about anything and always had a cheerful spirit. He was happy he was able to see his grandchild go off to college, something he wasn't able to do on his own. Anthony was a true fighter. The strength he had to endure these trials was beyond what you normally expect from a person. Never giving up, never saying no, and always knowing that with God's will there was a way. The doctors told him six months; he told them, "I'll go when God says he is ready." He spent two and a half years battling that fight then one day last week he said, "I'm tired and I'm ready to go and I want to be dressed casual when I get there." Over countless appointments going with Dwayne and Tonya, he never said let's stop. When the doctor asked he would say, "I still want to fight this." Finally God said you have been through enough rounds and declared him the winner. Come on home to a place I have prepared for you. Anthony loved his companion Marjorie, they were always together and she cared for him unlike no other. They were devoted to each other up until the final moments. He called her into the room for a final drink of water, before sending her off with a smile so he could prepare himself for his God. Marjorie showed her love and compassion for Anthony. Whatever he wanted she would do and whatever he needed she would get. She knew her time with him would soon end, but never pulled back or left his side. She was strong to the very end. On June 26, 2013, Anthony Larry Williams departed life on this earth.

Mr. Anthony Larry Williams

July 25, 1947 - June 26, 2013