James “Leo” Williams Sr.

James “Leo” Williams Sr. of Front Royal, Virginia went to the Lord on Thursday, July 9, 2020.

A graveside service will take place on Thursday, July 16, 2020 at 11 A.M. at Prospect Hill Cemetery, 200 W. Prospect St. Front Royal Virginia with Sammy Campbell officiating. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the graveside service at Maddox Funeral Home, 105 W. Main St. also in Front Royal.

Leo was born on August 25, 1942 in Front Royal to the late Robert Williams and late Alice Brooks-Williams. He was also preceded in death by two brothers Edward and Charles Williams, and one sister Patricia Fields.

He is survived by his loving wife & everything hero, Brenda Williams; sister Dorothy Bullard; sons James Williams Jr (Barbara), Michael Williams, SFC Travis S Thompson (U.S. Army); daughters, Denell Parker (Kevin), Annette Thompson- Banks, Christina Thompson- Boyer, and Jessica Thompson Flis-Aime; step-daughter Christy Holt (Rob); a host of grand and great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, & cousins.

Leo graduated Criser High School in 1962; was a bricklayer; cargo boat operator in the Vietnam War; and retired from Riverton Corporation. He loved living in the country and staying busy with outdoor work when not enjoying Football, Basketball, and Music. Leo loved his country and proudly displayed the Red, White, and Blue. A member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Elks and the Local Union 225 of United Steel Workers. In quiet moments he enjoyed watching for butterflies and hunting four leaf clovers. Leo treated everyone with the respect and dignity of friendship throughout his life. Spending his last years visiting friends and family as much as possible with his “Angel” Brenda.

Sincerest thanks are given to his other angels at the Martinsburg VA Hospital, Stephen City Outreach Clinic, and Shenandoah Oncology for the exceptional care, warm hearts, and laughs along the way of his final path.

His last message was; Be kind and love everyone today because yesterday is gone. I did my best and may God Bless You All.

In lieu of flowers, Leo’s wish was that donations be made to the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

  6 comments for “James “Leo” Williams Sr.

  1. Donna Darr-Riley
    July 12, 2020 at 4:18 am

    I’ve known “Leo” all my life. He was such a wonderful man. My thought and prayers to his wonderful sons and family. So sorry for your loss

  2. Lyn Johnson
    July 12, 2020 at 11:52 pm

    My prayers are with you Denell and your family.

  3. William Williams
    July 14, 2020 at 6:09 pm

    “Leo”, I have kept you in my family tree all my life. I really enjoyed stopping by to visit you when I came to Front Royal. Talking about our Vietnam experiences, high school days, and growing up together. I’ll miss you..

    Cousin “Trouble”

  4. Bud Lipscomb
    July 15, 2020 at 12:59 pm

    R.I.P. My friend, I worked with Leo for 27 yrs., and friends for all that time he would always introduce me as “my buddy Bud”.

  5. doris lane
    July 15, 2020 at 3:43 pm

    Leo…..we will always remember you . even though our hearts are heavy, we know that you are now at peace with the Lord. Rest now for you have finished your earthly works and may they all speak for you. Until we meet again , you will never be forgotten.

    Cousin Doris and Eugene

  6. Eugene Williams
    July 15, 2020 at 10:11 pm

    Leo was a login father cousin and friend. He loved to dance dress and sing James Brown. You will be truly missed.

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