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1962
2022
But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew 6:33
James Michael Williams was born on July 31, 1962 in Lake Charles, Louisiana to the union of Jurrie Mae Williams and Lawrence Edward Williams, Sr.
James was a 1980 graduate of Marion High School and was a member of the basketball team and the band where he played the trombone. He attended Southern University in Baton Rouge for a short period of time and returned to Lake Charles and became a longshoreman. He worked for the Port of Lake Charles for over thirty years. He was a member of International Longshoremen’s Association (I.L.A.) Local 2047.
James was a devoted husband, father and friend. He loved the Lord and was an active and dedicated member of Warren United Methodist Church. James was an inspiration to so many who battle addiction and a testament to what a strong belief in God can do in one’s life. He was a member of Agape and celebrated 31 years of sobriety.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Bridgett Lewis Williams; his mother, Jurrie Mae Williams; two daughters, Latyra Williams of Lake Charles, Louisiana and Latoyia Williams of Atlanta, Georgia; one bonus daughter, Nikesha (Derrick) Rodrigue of Prairieville, Louisiana; two brothers, Gerald Williams and Lawrence Williams, Jr. both of Lake Charles, Louisiana; two sisters, Nancy Ann Pitre and Barbara Disnuke both of Lake Charles, Louisiana; four granddaughters, Lailah Williams, Lana Wilson, Addison Rodrigue and Zoe Rodrigue; two grandsons, Lathan Williams and Derrick “DJ” Rodrigue, Jr.; one ward/goddaughter, Amaiyah (Me-me) Charles and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lawrence Williams, Sr. and grandson, Laine Michael Williams.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 23, 2022, at 9:00 a.m., and funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Warren United Methodist Church, Rev. Robert E. Campbell, officiating. Services will be live-streamed on Warren United Methodist Church's Facebook page. Burial will follow in Combre Memorial Park under the direction of King’s Funeral Home.
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45 Entries
Mike Fisher
April 22, 2024
Still my forever favorite in Lake Charles La. One of light. He always said Mike we never have to end like we started. We made a conscious decision to change from our past to continue towards our better higher selves. Thank you jurrie William for taking care of my brother you and moms and the family my heart pours out to you all. Ase
Temeka Mouton
April 25, 2022
My sincere condolences I’m praying for the family for strength and comfort during this devastating time
Gale Branden
April 24, 2022
My condolences to Mrs. Brigitte Williams and family. May God continue to comfort you through this very difficult time.
Diana Leblanc
April 23, 2022
To God be the glory,y’all have my deepest condolences ❤
Michaela Vincent
April 23, 2022
I’m sending love and prayers to the entire Williams family during this difficult time, especially my best friend of nearly 30 years, his daughter, Latoyia!
Love you, Toy and I’m here for you always!
❤Love,
Michaela
Your presence will be missed. Love always cousin
Monique Washington
April 23, 2022
60th surprise birthday
Monique Washington
April 23, 2022
Monique Washington
April 23, 2022
3/12/2022
Monique Washington
April 22, 2022
It’s unreal and overwhelming emotional and painful to lose you to this side cousin. We grew up playing together and having so much fun as kids. It was always a joy seeing you, talking to you, and just bring in your presence. The older you got, the more you reminded me of Uncle Lawrence. Little did I know when you and Bridget and Gerald drove to Houston for my surprise 60th birthday that it would be the last time I saw you. To walk in the room and see it traces was everything!!! You and Bridget took pictures with me, then you all gave me $61, and you said in your own quiet sweet way“happy birthday and one to grow.” I wish I could tell you the same, but I know it gets no better than where you are eternally with Jesus. I’ll love and miss you forever cousin. Gone but never ever forgotten. We’ll love Bridget real hard for you. Fly high and rest well.
Sharon and Roderick Coney
April 22, 2022
God will circle you and your family with love, protection, patience, and love during this time. My Deepest Sympathy is Truly Felt for you and your family and my prayers are with you.
Elayne Griffin
April 22, 2022
To the Williams Family...May the Good LORD hold you a bit closer in the days to come....with peace and acceptance!
Carla Bartie Jones
April 22, 2022
My condolences to Brigitte Williams and family.
Lydia Linda Aboagye
April 22, 2022
Bridgette & Family - May God comfort you in sorrow and give strength in the days to come. Lydia Aboagye & daughter, Fabienne.
Adrian & Renada Deschamp
April 22, 2022
You all have our deepest and most sincere condolences on your very tragic loss. We pray God's peace, comfort and strength be with you all today and in the difficult days ahead. Toy, you know we're here for you always, friend. We love you.
MARK & ANNETTE JOSEPH
April 22, 2022
Our most sincere condolences during this trying time for your Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers as we share your pain and are here for you. We pray that God will strengthen you at this time and may your memories sustain you.
Crystal (Bartie)Lewis-Brown
April 21, 2022
RIP my friend. May the Lord keep you in His perfect peace. Condolences to the Williams family, and keeping you all in prayer for comfort during this time of bereavement.
Lionel & Veronica Darbonne
April 21, 2022
God bless and keep you Bridget and your family. Praying for your strength.
Joyce Hewitt
April 21, 2022
Prayers to the Williams family
Cathy Leger
April 20, 2022
Condolences on the lost of your beloved husband, father and grandfather . Praying for you all words can’t express the how sorry And sad this is God bless you all through this time of sorrow.
Michael Fisher
April 20, 2022
My name is Michael fisher he will be missed so much he was my grand sponsor i’am n morning along with the family of this awesome brother from another mother who had truly been in my corner since I came to lake Charles on Dec/07/06 and he remained faithful in friendship, I had just spoken with him the night before this incident occurred he was my foreman and crew leader in the longshoreman position for local 2047 local that we both belong to the union it was because of him I even join the union, he always gave me gooo advice, I usually voted the way he voted because his spirit was so kindred to mine. He was also my grand sponsor I loved this brother so much !!!! My deepest condolences for his wife whom I’ve met his brother Lawrence who would work alongside me in his crew at the port of lake Charles before my incident. Again to this family my deepest condolences a heart felt shock to me and Larry T May the Ethers of the universe comfort the entire family he will truly be missed.
Audrey Jimenez
April 19, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.I love and miss you. You will be greatly missed by all of us.
Shewana James
April 19, 2022
My deepest condolences on the loss of your husband.My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family in your time of grief
Vivian Robinson
April 19, 2022
My condolences to the family may God be with you in Jesus name amen classmate class of 80
Lacitta “Lottie” Matthews Lavergne
April 19, 2022
Condolences to you and your family. May GOD give all of you the strength and peace to comfort you. My Prayers are with you throughout the loss of James.
Rolonda Buckley
April 19, 2022
May God keep you in His care know that our family is praying your strength and may God bless and keep you.
Valla Johnson
April 19, 2022
All of you have my deepest sympathy. Michael was definitely a man of faith. I will always remember how much he brought to Sunday School discussions. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. He will definitely be missed. Such a genuine person with a big heart.
Stephen Randle
April 19, 2022
James was a great mentor and friend I appreciate everything he did to help me while we worked together!!! He was a true friend who I will dearly miss on and off the job!!! Thank you for everything Mr. James M. Williams may God be with you and your family!!!
Jessie Renee Jordan
April 19, 2022
Cousin you will be missed
Rosa Lawson
April 19, 2022
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to ya'll. May our Father continues to comfort and strengthen ya'll each day, keep the Faith. Luv ya'll
Mrs. Rosa Lawson & family
Latoyia Williams
April 19, 2022
Daddy our lives will never be the same. No one said Toy like you did. Every time I called you and said “James Michael Williams” I knew I would hear “Hey Toy”. Your memory will forever live on because between my last name and two of my children’s middle names (Jamese and Michael) you’ll always be with us. Your children and grandchildren will greatly miss you. Please hold Laine Michael tight and kiss my granddaddy for me. Until we meet again
Edith Hargraves
April 19, 2022
My condolences to his family. Praying for his wife and family. James was my classmate of class 1980 . He was a great friend to us all of whom we will all miss. I thank God for James being in our life, he was such an inspiration to us all.
Dwight Davis
April 19, 2022
We will meet again cousin. Tell everyone up there in Heaven I said hello, I love them and I miss them. See you later. ❤❤❤
Asa Washington
April 19, 2022
Words can't explain how I feel James was a great friend and classmate I will truly miss him
Delores Simon
April 19, 2022
Praying for the family be strong and keep the faith
Timothy Jones
April 19, 2022
My deepest condolences to the family. Why does it take a minute to say hello and forever to say goodbye?
Freida King
April 19, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Barbara Disnuke
April 19, 2022
I am going to miss you brother. Love You Barbara
Rev. Dr. Roland E. Mouton Jr
April 19, 2022
God is a Healer in all things. Even when our understanding is not clear, we can always look to the One who gives us peace, comfort and strength in times like these.
Stoney Williams
April 19, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the Williams family.
Loretta Gallien
April 18, 2022
My deepest sympathy to the Bridgett, my love, Mrs. Jurrie, my girls, Tyra and Latoyia, and the rest of the family. I have known Michael since he born, since I am older, we grew up in church together and our parents were friends. Praying for everyone that God will give you all the strength and comfort to deal with this loss and pain. Michael was such a gentle and quiet person, my mother loved her some Michael, he would often come by the house and check to make sure everything was alright and if she needed anything. Rest in Heaven my friend.
Sasha Dargin
April 18, 2022
I’ve known Mr. James my whole life as he was one of my Daddy’s longest and best friends. When my father was sick and on hospice, he told him that he would look out for me and check on me. He kept that promise and I’m forever grateful for that! I was blessed enough to have him walk me down the aisle in my Daddy’s place for my wedding. That’s a memory that I’ll cherish for the rest of my life. He always called me to check in every few weeks or so. I’m really going to miss that. As a new parent myself, I hope to be as loving and wonderful as Mr. James was. I always made sure I told him I loved him before we hung up the phone and he always said it back. Mr. James was a great example of a “standup man.” His legacy will always live on in the lessons and love he spread in his life. To his family, we’re praying for y’all continuously and thinking of y’all every day.
With love,
Sasha Dargin and Family
Danielle Rodrigue
April 18, 2022
To Mrs. Bridgett, Nikesha and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you Peace and Comfort in your time of sorrow. We are praying for you and with you.
The Rodrigue Family
Clair Atkins
April 18, 2022
Thoughts and prayers are with Bridget and family
Thomas & Beulah Bell
April 18, 2022
Our Prayers and deepest Sympathy goes out to the Family of our Friend/Church Family Member. Mr. Williams will be greatly missed.
Love, Thomas TJ (Beulah) Bell Sr & Family
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