Elmer Jerome Williams

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Jerome “Bud” Williams was born October 30, 1960, to the late Elmon Hunt and Elizabeth Belton-Williams in Buffalo NY. Jerome received his education in the Columbus Public Schools, he graduated from Linden McKinley High School.

Jerome was employed at Roses after retiring from Home Depot.

Jerome loved the Dallas Cowboys, helping others and being a handy man for his family. His favorite saying was “Bud every man’s nightmare and every woman’s dream. He met many friends in his life. He had an infectious smile that would like light up the darkest
room.

On March 13, 2024 Jerome transitioned from this life. Jerome was preceded in death by three sisters, Mary Williams of Buffalo, NY, Susie Duncan of Buffalo NY, and Deborah Williams; four brothers, Lester and Jerry Williams, Rodney and William Redding; his only grandson, Jamareil Caldwell; and nephew, Kirk Benjamin.

Jerome leaves to cherish his memories his caring and devoted wife, Lisa Willams; son, Andre of Buffalo, NY.; daughters, Tamieko Ellman and Jaleesa (Jamal) Moss-Raglin; three granddaughters, Triniti White, Dai Smith and Musiq Wakefield; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Vivian Benjamin of Pittsburgh, PA, Peggy (King) Baines of Buffalo NY, and Thelma (Leonard) Williams-Davis. A host of nieces, nephews and cousins, including special nephews, Timothy Belton and Darryl Williams of Buffalo, NY and Robert “Gooch” (Michelle) Jones; special nieces, Latrisha Jones, Kimberly Williams of Buffalo, NY and Shelley Benjamin of Pittsburgh, PA; special friends, Matthew “Dickey” (Loretta) Benson, Terry Davis of Atlanta, GA and Teddy Mays of Buffalo, NY.

Visitation 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 23, 2024 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH 2500 Cleveland Ave. Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Williams Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com

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  1. Praying that God will grant you strength through this difficult time. Wayne and Gail

  2. Lisa,
    Sending my deepest sympathy to u & family in the loss of Bud.

    I’m just heartbroken!

    Keeping u lifted in my thoughts & prayers & know that GOD will give u the strength to get through this difficult time.

  3. Emmanuel and Shauntel Hurd

    We love you too the moon and beyond the stars. You will be dearly missed.

  4. I am saddened to hear of the loss of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family through this difficult time. I am here if you need anything my friend, my family love you always Suzzee and Jonn

  5. This last week has been an emotional roller coaster and a complete blurr. As I am adjusting to what my new normal will be without you. I miss you old man. Please continue to watch over us.

    Sincerely
    -Old timey lady

  6. Bud, You were my everything, what am I supposed to do without you here by my side. We weren’t finished yet. God please wrap your arms around me. It hurts so bad. I will always love you now and forever, no one will ever take your place in my heart. Remember you said ME+YOU =US no matter what!!! Rest in Peace Husband

  7. Vivian Benjamin

    Little brother Only God knows the pain i have witnessed in the faces of those who love you still until time is no more i love you until we meet again

  8. MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN THE HIS ARMS MY FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISSED FOREVER AND A DAY LOVE MARY WRIGHT

  9. MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN THE HIS ARMS MY FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISSED FOREVER AND A DAY.

  10. MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN THE HIS ARMS MY FRIEND.

  11. REST IN PEACE BUD

  12. Rest in Peace

  13. Eric and Jeri Young

    We are so very sorry and our hearts hurt for the loss of such a kind and beautiful soul. Bud’s smile will forever light up some of our best memories. We love the whole family so very much and will miss Bud desperately.

  14. Loretta benson

    My heart is saddened by the passing of my son-in-law you will be truly missed. May God wrap his loving arms around the entire family in your days, hours and moments of grief.

  15. Bud, you were the sweetest human being I know! You were genuine, meek and funny! One of the main things that you told my wife and I about having a successful marriage is communication! You are loved!

  16. Sis,

    My heart aches for you during this difficult time. Please know that you are not alone in your pain. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. My brother-in-law was a wonderful person and will be deeply missed. I am here if you ever need someone to talk to or a shoulder to cry on.

    With love and sympathy,

    Marva Carter, William Carter & Si’E Brown

  17. Cheryl Chalmers

    I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much he meant to you, my heart is heavy for you and your family. Stay strong.

  18. Lisa and family you are in my heart and prayers. May God comfort your hearts

  19. GOD BLESS You 6

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