Rickey Earl Williams
In Loving Memory
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rickey Earl Williams, who departed this life on May 30th at the age of 67. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, Rickey leaves behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and unwavering love for his family and community.
Born September 15th 1957 in Newport, Vermont to Robert Earl Williams and Elizabeth “Betty” Lafoe, Rickey was raised with several brothers and sisters. Rickey spent his life giving generously of his time, talents, and heart. Whether through volunteering or simply lending a helping hand, he was deeply committed to serving others and making the world a better place.
Rickey began his adult life by serving in the U.S Army and then entered into the workforce by driving trucks and as a welder before finding his passion in late 90’s - becoming an EMT and working his way up to Paramedic. He also was a volunteer firefighter for numerous years. He loved working in the medical field helping people and his community was stronger and kinder because of his tireless efforts. While he loved working on anything from metal to wood working, above all else, Rickey treasured his family. He found great joy in spending time with those he loved. His strength, wisdom, and steady presence will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Rickey is survived by his loving wife Jeana Williams of Tool, Tx; his daughter Casey & husband Sky Housouer of Colorado; his daughter Cassandra Webster & Quentin McSwain of Trinidad, Tx; daughter Sharon Withers of Mabank, Tx; and son Shaun & wife Sarah Williams of Tool, Tx.; his grandchildren Taylor Webster, Nathan Shumate, Keith Peck, Camryn Robinson (wife Savannah), Trenton Housouer (wife Cristina), Katie McSwain, Destiny Withers, Kaylee McSwain, Dominick Withers, Mercie Williams, and Rance Williams; and 2 great grandchildren Alora Housouer and Jais Robinson. In addition, there are brothers Fred Williams of Dallas, Tx and Paul Williams of Bernardston, Ma plus his sisters Jennifer Sullivan of Rocky Point, NY and Monica James of Arlington, Tx and many other cherished family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by both his parents, Robert Earl Williams and Elizabeth “Betty” Lafoe, brother Bobby Joe Williams, sister Juanita Lancaster, and sister Melissa Decker.
A celebration of life will be held on June 28th, 2025, at Oran White Civic Center in Tool, Tx from 1:00p.m. until 3:30p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations of bottles of water or Gatorade be made to your local fire department in honor of Rickey’s lifelong dedication to helping others.
Though he is no longer with us, Rickey’s spirit will live on in the many lives he touched, and in the values of kindness, generosity, and love that he so fully embodied.