Thomas Leslie Williams, age 83, of Broadus passed away on Sunday, October 21, 2012 in Broadus.
Thomas was born in Indiana while his dad was working on a construction job. He came with mother, Isabel Williams and sister, Loyce by train to Kendrick, WY (west of Arvada), where they were met by father, Tom G. Williams. In his own words – “I walked to school for all 12 grades. I graduated in the spring 1947. During my high school years after age 13 I worked on numerous local ranches in summer. The summer I was 16 I worked with a survey crew. After Graduation I went MSU at Bozeman 4 quarters, quitting for lack of money, and went to work in the oil field in the Worland, WY area. Dad contacted me in May 1950 and asked me to return home to assist him. Thus began Williams and Sons Construction. In January 1951, I was eligible for the Draft for the Korean War. I chose to enlist in the Air Force, and deployed to Carswell AFB Fort Worth, TX as an airplane mechanic. In March 1952, I met Johnie Ballard. We were married in May 1952. We had two girls born in Fort Worth: Pamela Frances 1953, and Patricia Ann 1954. Upon discharge in 1955 we returned to Montana, and rejoined Williams & Sons Construction. In 1956, we bought the property where we now live. Also in ’56 we welcomed our third daughter, Rosemary into our family, and in 1959 Jake, our first boy joined us, followed in 1968 by our last child John. In the early 80’s due to a slow down Williams and Sons moved to Gillette, Wy and formed a joint venture with my son-in-law. I later went to work at a coal mine north of Gillette.” Thomas L. was raised to a Master Mason, he was Master of Masonic Lodge twice, was a 50 + year member of the lodge. He was also Worthy Patron of Star 3 times, and served on the City Council. He was also Regional VP for LICA.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Johnie; two sons, Jacob Williams (Glende Hebestreet) and John (Katina) Williams of Gillette, WY; three daughters, Pamela (Greg) Boyd of Tacoma, WA, Patricia (Alan) Reeves of Aurora, CO, Rose Mary (Kenneth) Shubert of Gillette, WY; two brothers, Loren Williams of Texas and Kenneth Williams of Granville, OH; one sister, Eva Loyce Williams Cossitt of Broadus, MT; grandchildren, Josh (Shelbie) Boyd, William (Jessica) Reeves, Jennifer (Shawn) Boyd-Garwick, Bradley Reeves, Julie (Tony) Boyd-Fuoco, Emily (Joe) Reeves-Lostroh, Tiffany Joy Shubert, Alexander (Tiffany Dawn) Shubert, Allishia (Jonathan) Shubert- Allender-Zivic, Dustina Rose Williams, Johnathan Williams, Patrick Williams, Tequila Mader, Hunter Hebestreet and numerous great grandchildren.
Visitation will be October 28, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00p.m. at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home in Broadus, MT. Funeral Services will be held October 29, 2012 at 2:30 p.m. at the Powder River Congregational Church in Broadus. Interment will be held at the Valley View Cemetery. Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home of Broadus is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday October 28, 2012
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
2:30 p.m.
Monday October 29, 2012
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, Montana 59317
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Monday October 29, 2012
Valley View Cemetery
Broadus, Montana 59317
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Sunday October 28, 2012
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
Broadus, Montana 59317
Funeral Service
2:30 p.m.
Monday October 29, 2012
Powder River Congregational Church
Broadus, Montana 59317
Graveside Service with Full Military Honors
Monday October 29, 2012
Valley View Cemetery
Broadus, Montana 59317
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Linda Aye Kreiner says
I always loved Tommie and his devotion to Johnie will miss seeing him around town my thoughts to all the family
Glenn Seabolt says
We were so sorry to hear about Thomas. I have many fond memories of him.
Terri Tia and Tom King says
I will miss Uncle Tommy’s deep voice and booming laugh my prayers with all love always
Suzan Caspell says
I’m very sorry for your loss. Remember, he is always with you, in your heart.
Lewis & Marla says
Loren, Loyce Ken and all of Tommy’s kids we were so sorry to hear this he will be missed. We just saw him a couple of weeks ago. He was so devoted to Johnny . When I lived in Broadus last summer saw him and his black dog drive by quite often I bet that dog is totally lost without him.RIP Tommy
Bob Kent says
Even thoiugh I haven’t seen Tommy for several years I have fond memories of our childhood together. Rest in peace Tommy
Barbara & Marjorie Anderson says
We haven’t seen Tommy in many years, and that is a terrible regret. But our minds are filled with so many happy memories of the times we were fortunate to be together. I, Barb, will never forget his booming voice. As a child my grandma Mable, would bring me to Broadus to visit Uncle Tom and Aunt Isabell often, and the visit was never complete without seeing Tommy and Johnny. Johnny, Loyce, Loren, Ken, Tricia, Jake, John, Rose Mary, Pam, and all the grandkids we are thinking of you and you are all in our prayers. We love you all.
Lisa Gaskill says
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad/Grandpa. I always loved visiting with him when we were at the nursing home, the grocery store, or wherever. I will miss seeing him around town, and I know all of you will miss him tremedously.
Wayne Jr & Serena Wetherelt says
Loyce, Jake, Rosemary & all family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Although I haven’t seen Tommy since moving away from Broadus I know he will be missed. He always had the time to visit with me and kept me updated on my classmate, Jake. May all of your memories help to ease the pain and loss of someone special. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Anita Wetherelt says
We extend our deepest sympathy to all the families. Our thoughts & prayers to all of you.
Rachel Stetser says
Johnnie, Loyce, Rosemary, Pat, Pam, Jake and John and the whole family,
My cousin, Karen Dutton, just called me with the news of Tommy’s passing. My sympathy to you all. It was just a little over a year ago he was at my mom’s funeral. I am still in shock. He was a great guy and I have lots of memories growing up around him. I am so sorry for your loss.