Boyd Williams

Boyd Williams

June 05, 1928 - August 22, 2009

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Boyd Williams, 81, Streeter, ND died Saturday morning August 22, 2009 at his home in Streeter, ND after a gallant fight against cancer.

Boyd H. Williams was born June 5, 1928 in Newbury Township on his grandparents farm NW of Streeter, ND, the son of Hubert Williams and Berneice (Nelson) Williams. He received his elementary education in the local schools and grew to manhood in the vicinity where he helped on the family farm along with other farmers in the area. He entered the US Navy August 15, 1950 in Bismarck, ND. He served aboard a Cargo Ship, USS Alcona 157. He was discharged May 27, 1954 at Norfolk, VA with the rank of BM3.

He and Judith Reese were married June 27, 1954 at Streeter, ND. They made their home on a farm Northwest of Streeter where they lived and farmed until 1983 when they built a home and moved into Streeter.

He was a member of St. Lukes Lutheran Church in Streeter and served as Deacon. He also was a life member of the Melvin E. Bender Post #265, American Legion, VFW and the 40 and 8. He served as Commander Adjutant and Chaplain of the local American Legion. He was very active in the community until his health began to fail. He served as precinct committeeman for the Democratic Party.

Surviving are his wife Judith, Streeter, ND, three daughters; Denise (Dale) Wittmier, Streeter, ND; Janelle (Wayne) Buck, Jamestown, ND; Belinda (JD) Dahl, Gackle, ND, three sons, Bernell Williams, Medina, ND Jeffery (Margaret) Williams, Dana Williams, both of Streeter, ND; 5 granddaughters, Jessica Williams, Stephanie (James) Kuhn, Ashley Paulson (finace Lonnie Farthing), Christa (Randy) Schwartzenberger, and Cassandra Buck, 7 grandsons, Chad & Brett Williams, Christopher Kappes, Austin & Barret (Carina) Wittmier, Brooks Paulson, Weston Buck; 4 great grandchildren; Laykin Wittmier, Kolton Dockter, Elodie Kuhn, and Riley Schwartzenberger 1 brother and 2 sisters, Udell Williams, Roscoe, IL, Peggy Hoeckle, Jamestown, ND, Joyce Knisley, Oklahoma City, OK
He was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother Glenn and 2 sisters, Janice and Sharon.

The funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M. Thursday August 27, 2009 in the St. Lukes Lutheran Church at Streeter, ND, with Rev. Chris Hogstad, officiating.
The interment will be made in the Streeter City Cemetery at Streeter, ND
The arrangements are by the Haut Funeral Homes in Jamestown, ND.
Visitation - 9-8 Wednesday at the Funeral home
Prayer Service - 7:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home

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Lori Kubitz
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Judy, Bernell, Jeff, Dana, Denise, Janelle and my dear friend Belinda. My heart grieves for all of you today as I heard the news of Boyd. Although it has been 27 years since my Dad passed away, many days seem like yesterday. Memories...will fill your moments of grief, these moments will result in laughter and many happy tears. Like my Dad, Boyd left me with a memory of a great SMILE and great sense of humor. I feel so blessed to have been raised in rural Streeter and to have developed life long friends. I lived next to some crazy neighbors, oops that was all of you and this too our families were blessed. Judy, we won't talk about first grade, but I will talk about confirmation and you talking to our class one evening. You talked about goals, not making them mountains right away, but to focus on the bumps and the hills. A goal is what we make it. As you go through the next year focus on each day and not tomorrow. A goal is what you make it...remember? You are a strong person with a bunch of great kids and the great town of Streeter to support you. Belinda, we shared so many wonderful times, I wish I could be there to give you a huge hug, but I am going to ask your family to each give you a big hug from me and know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lori
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Lorry Barnick
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To Denise, Jeff, Belinda, and all family members. Sorry to here about your father, Our prayers are with you. Lorry and Jody barnick
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Larry Loose
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Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you. Love, Larry & Bonny Loose
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Sarah (Nienow) Miller
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Judy and family, my condolences to you on the passing of Boyd. Growing up, our families spent a lot of time together and I have great memories of those times together. Boyd always had a smile and hug for me. I can picture him laughing and joking at one of the many card parties that I went to with my mom and dad. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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Amber Kaiser
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I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Amber Kaiser co-worker of Janelle friend of Ashley
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Heidi Entzi
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all. You are a great family. may God be with each and everyone of you during this difficult time and always. Cherish all the wonderful memories you have with Boyd. Love, Heidi Entzi

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