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On the evening of March 7th 2021 John passed away at the age of 53 at the St. Vincent Hospital in Billings MT , as a result of a heart attack 2 days prior. He passed in the loving embrace of his daughter and eldest son and in the heart of his youngest son.
John was born on January 7th 1968, in Miles City MT, to Thomas and Johnnie Williams and became the “baby boy” of their 5 children. He grew up in Broadus Mt where he enjoyed the small town lifestyle and community, until 1981 when they moved to Gillette WY and he attended Campbell County High.
He got his degree in electronics and met the mother of his children in February of 1987. They welcomed their 1st child Dustina Rose in March of 1990 and then married in October of 1990. They then welcomed their 2nd child Johnathan Thomas in October of 1991 and then welcomed their 3rd and final child Patrick Gale on February of 1994.
John always wanted his children to have the small town upbringing that he had, so in 1996 he moved his family back to his home town of Broadus MT. There John further cemented his place in the community by becoming involved in the masonic lodge, little league, cub scouts along with various community projects.
In 2002, alongside his father Thomas and brother Jake, John was able to reestablish his grandfather’s construction business Williams and Sons. In 2005 he got a contract for septic services at the Buffalo Chip in Sturgis SD during the rally. So John family and friends would travel down to the rally for a few years to work and party, and John’s love for motor bikes grew.
In 2007 he got the opportunity to travel for work with Weatherford in Gillette WY. During this time he met and started a lifelong friendship/bromance with Scotty (Erica) Azure. John later moved to Gillette WY and in 2010 his eldest son moved in with him to pursue his interest in the tattoo industry. John moved back to Broadus in 2014 where he enjoyed working around the community and meeting old and new friends. He was a man of many talents and passions and was always happy to lend a hand to anyone in need. He was fortunate to welcome 6 grandchildren into his life as well.
John was an incredible man who loved deeply and always wanted to make others smile. He only wanted the best for his family and friends and would do anything he could to achieve it. He was a loving father and will be deeply missed by his family and everyone who knew him.
John Charles Williams was preceded in death by his father Thomas L Williams and his mother Johnnie E Williams.
He is survived by his siblings Pam (Greg) Boyd, Trisha (Alan) Reeves, Rosemary (Ken) Shubert, Jake Williams. His children Dustina (Eric) Desatoff, Johnathan Williams, Patrick (Lainy) Williams,
and his grandchildren, Breckley Jo Williams, Walter Eric Desatoff, Isla Reagan Williams, Thomas Eric Desatoff, Ellarya RayAnn Williams, Mila Leona Williams.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Powder River Congregational Church in Broadus, Montana. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday March 26, 2021
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, MT
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday March 26, 2021
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, MT
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Janet Rice says
For all of Johnsfamily. He will be missed. Was a really nice guy. Worked with him some at the IGA store. He always had a smile for everyone. So sorry and my prayers for you all.
Lisa Gaskill says
Carolyn, Dustina, Johnathan, Patrick and families….we are so saddened to hear this news. I have many memories of John leading Cub Scouts when Michael and Johnathan were younger. Michael enjoyed every minute of his time that he spent with all of your family. John was a vary kind man and he will be missed.
Skin and Betty Collins says
So saddened about the passing of John. Sending prayers to all the William’s family. Will miss seeing John with his smile around town. He will be missed by all who knew him. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Amanda says
John was and is a very dear friend. He was a great person and always had a way of making you laugh. He cared about others family or not. Can’t believe he is gone from this life so soon. You will be missed my friend💚 see ya next time. And BTW….it’s ur turn too rack” only the pool players group will get that one.
Mary Smith Roig says
Dear all the William’s family. I’m so sorry for your loss. He’s with Mom and Dad Williams now. I remember John as the younger brother as we were growing up. My prayers for comfort and that you feel the loving arms of our Heavenly Father .
Patricia Franklin says
So sorry for your loss of John, may he Rest In Peace!
Cody Morris says
I enjoyed talking with John. I’d say, “Whatdya know, John?” And in his smiling, good-natured way, he would always say, “Now, you know darn good and well that I don’t know anything new.”…and we’d laugh about it & go on with the conversation. He was quiet, but pretty wise and knolegable about quite a few things. Such a good heart. He was passionate about his desire to overhaul and give my wheelchair more power. 🙂 I wull miss him a lot. Prayers for peace and comfort for all John’s family.
Janice Baier says
This aging cousin who is 1500 miles away is so sorry for your loss and sorry that I can’t be with you. You are all in my prayers. It is hard to loose someone you love but especially hard when they are so young. Take comfort in knowing that God must have needed his smiling face. Judy will be with you and we will be sending flowers.
Ann and Norman Eggleston says
We are so sorry for your loss, we love you all so very much. We wish we could be with you for John’s Service, you all will be in our thoughts and prayers. John was a great person and we will miss him so much, we have lots of great memories to hold in our hearts.
Dan and Lisa Lynch says
Carolyn, Dustina, Johnathan, and Patrick, So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this time.
Cheryl says
What happened to my dear friend???
SALLY A. BORLA says
Still in shock about the death of a really nice guy and I visited him a lot at the MT–He has left this world way too soon and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers to all the family–He will not be forgotten.
Grant & Mary Olson says
So sorry for the loss of John , he was a fun and great guy . He will be missed dearly. Prayers for the family and hugs.
Broadus Hawkman says
I am sorry for the loss of John. He was a nice guy. I love gold like Goldmember. He will be missed!
Albert and Leona Neate says
So sorry to hear about John. Prayers to all of the family. Enjoyed working with him at the IGA in Broadus.
Sylvia Zimmer says
Thinking of all the family and so glad you have fond memories to hold onto. So sorry he left so soon…🙏🙏🙏
Pat Smith says
John, we will miss your smiling face, helping hand and good humor. You have left us way too soon. Hugs and prayers to all the family – your John was a great guy.
Zach Azure says
He was like my uncle he got me through a lot. I’m the son of Scott (Erica) Azure, I am Zach Azure. He will be deeply missed from us and others.
Tiffany Shubert (Ken’s daughter. Rosemary step daughter) says
I came into this family through a marriage my father Ken Shubert married John’s sister. They didn’t treat me as an outsider.
I never looked at John and said he wasn’t related me to he was always Uncle John.
While I live on the east coast and I don’t get the Williams side of the family much doesn’t mean I don’t care about them. I will miss Uncle John dearly.
Family Elizardo and Rangel says
Our heart goes out to the family. John was a great person that my family was greatful to meet. Also have lots of pictures with him and my husband eddie. So many happy memories that we we’ll always keep in our hearts. Great memories and it was a pleasure meeting him. He well be dearly missed. My you Rest In Peace.
Jean A Hedger says
Although we didn’t have the pleasure of knowing John, we are still cousins. John’s father (Tommy)was my first cousin. Isabel and my dad, Charlie Powell were sister and brother. We have fond memeories of the few times we were in Broadus for family reunions and other events.
I am so sad to hear of his early passing and know he will be greatly missed.
Love and the lord’s peace be with you all
Truly
Jean Powell Hedger(Caldwell, Idaho)