Willard Williams

Willard Williams, Jr. was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 20, 1949, to the late Willard Williams, Sr. and Geneva Williams and on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in Brandon, FL at the age of 76 God called Willard home. In May 1969, he was united in marriage to Evelyn L. Williams, and together they welcomed one child, Nicole.

Willard leaves to cherish his memory, one sister, Geraldine Walker of Gibsonton, FL; his daughter, Nicole Williams Fontenot of Stone Mountain, GA; his grandson, Troy F. Taylor, Jr., granddaughter, Dymond Fontenot, and great grandson, Elijah T. Taylor Brandon, FL; along with a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, relatives and friends. Willard was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, David Williams; one sister Geneva Williams. Service will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 10:00am at St. James Methodist Church of Louisiana 1925 Ursuline Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116. Visitation will be at 9:00 am until the hour of service. Interment immediately following Restlawn Park Cemetary & Mausoleum 3540 US 90, Avondale, LA 70094.

Arrangements: Heritage Funeral Directors 4101 St. Claude Ave. New Orleans, LA 70117