Uncle David Funeral Program

Celebrating the life of

David Williams, Jr. United States Navy Veteran SUNRISE OCTOBER 16, 1957

SUNSET MAY 8, 2026

Visitation: Friday, May 15, 2026, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Funeral Service: Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:00 am Perry Funeral Home 34 Mercer Street Newark, NJ 07103

Order of Service Processional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Clergy and Family Prayer of Comfort . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ernst Gunther von Harringa (Bible Ministries Int’l)

Scripture Readings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lindy von Harringa (Bible Ministries Int’l)

Musical Selection . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Find Us Faithful

(Song by Steve Green)

Brief Tributes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Friends/Family (2 mins) A Life Like A Psalm (Poem) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Reginald Trail

(Nephew)

Obituary Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sierra R. Carter

(Granddaughter)

Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lester Williams (Brother)

The Eye of Divine Providence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patricia Williams (Wife)

The Watch (Poem) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David K. Williams, III (Son)

Musical Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High & Lofty One (Song by Bola Adeyinka)

Eulogy/Benediction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ernst Gunther von Harringa Recessional

Interment

(Monday, May 18, 2026)

Brigadier General William C. Doyle Memorial Cemetery (“Arneytown Veterans Cemetery”) 350 Province Line Road, Wrightstown, NJ 08562

Honoring the Life of

David Williams, Jr. On May 8, 2026, God called home David Williams, Jr., granting him eternal rest. When his footsteps grew weary and the path became too steep, God gently touched his eyes and gave him peaceful sleep.

David was born on October 16, 1957, in Newark, New Jersey, to the late Maxine Williams and David Lee Williams, Sr. He was raised in Newark, where he built the foundation of a life defined by hard work, service, and faith.

David proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, dedicating two years of honorable service as a Ship Mechanical Engineer. His commitment to excellence continued into his civilian career, where he became a licensed Black Seal Operator in the State of New Jersey. He retired from Garden State Paper Company in Garfield, New Jersey, after years of dedicated service. He was also an active participant in his local union.

Committed to growth and skill development, David completed extensive education and training through apprenticeship programs in HVAC, refrigeration, and building maintenance. These programs prepared him for various trade certifications, including Black Seal and Blue Seal licenses, as well as OSHA-10 certification. Demonstrating both mastery of his craft and a passion for uplifting others, David also owned and operated his own HVAC training school, where he trained individuals from all walks of life to obtain their New Jersey State Boiler License, empowering many to build stable and successful careers.

David had a deep love for the outdoors and embraced life with a spirit of adventure. He enjoyed scuba diving, fishing, and traveling the world. He found particular joy in witnessing the beauty of both sunrise and sunset, reflecting the words of Psalm 113:3: “From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised.”

David leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Patricia Williams; his loving children, Kimberly, Niya, and David Lee Williams III (Tiffany), along with Patricia’s children, As-Salaam, Al-Quaddir, As-Sabur, and Emmanuel; his sisters, Darleen Parker and Christine Arnold (Arthur); his brother, Lester Williams (Bernadette); his best friend, Joseph; his cousin, Phil; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.

David will be remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, proud veteran, and a man of quiet strength, faith, and kindness. His legacy of love, service, and integrity will live on in all who knew him.

A Life Like A Psalm David Williams, Jr. walked this life with grace, A gentle strength, a warm embrace.

A devoted husband, steadfast and true, A loving father whose care always grew.

A Navy veteran, disciplined and strong, He served with honor his whole life long.

Yet more than duty, rank, or name, It was his heart that earned acclaim.

A beautiful soul, so rare to find, With quiet patience and a peaceful mind.

He wished the best for all he knew, And showed that love in all he’d do.

Never a harsh word, never in anger, To no one was he ever a stranger.

His spirit was calm, his presence kind, A reflection of Christ in heart and mind.

The Lord he loved, the Word he kept, Through every trial, he prayed and wept.

The Book of Psalms, his guiding light, Gave him strength by day and peace by night.

“The Lord is my shepherd,” he believed, And in that promise, he found relief.

Through every valley, through every test, He trusted God and was richly blessed.

Now called to rest in heaven above, He dwells in everlasting love.

Though we will miss his gentle way, His faith still speaks, his light will stay.

For lives like his do not depart— They echo on in every heart. ~ Author Unknown ~

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Safe in God’s Harbor

The Lord is my Shepherd—I shall not want, He guided me all my days.

Through quiet waters and storms I faced, I trusted in His ways.

My watch is ended, the sea is calm, My journey here is through.

The Lord has called me safely home, And now I rest in truth.

A devoted husband, a loving father, With a heart both kind and true, I cherished every moment shared, And gave my best to you.

Do not let your hearts be troubled, Nor let your spirits fall, For though I’m gone from earthly sight, My love remains with all.

I’ve laid my burdens down at last, My soul is finally free, Anchored now in heaven’s harbor, For all eternity.

So hold to faith and cherish love, Let God’s peace be your guide, Until we meet again one day, Standing side by side. ~ Author Unknown ~

THE WATCH

(In Honor of David Williams, Jr.)

For two years, this Sailor stood the watch.

While some of us slept peacefully through the night, this Sailor stood the watch.

While some of us were learning our trades and building our lives, this Sailor stood the watch.

Yes, even when others could rest without worry, this Sailor stood the watch.

In times when uncertainty loomed and duty called, this Sailor stood the watch.

Many times, he looked toward home, seeing those he loved— needing his presence, his guidance, his steady hand.

Yet still, this Sailor stood the watch.

He stood the watch so that we—our families and our nation— could live in safety and peace, resting securely each night because he stood the watch.

Today, we gather to say, “Shipmate, the watch stands relieved.

Relieved by those you have led, guided, trained, and loved.”

Fair winds and following seas, Shipmate.

Your duty is done. Your watch is complete.

Rest easy—we have the watch.

With Gratitude T h e f a m i l y o f D a v i d Wi l l i a m s , Jr. e x t e n d s sincere thanks for your prayers, love, and expressions of sympathy during o u r t i m e o f l o s s . Yo u r k i n d n e s s h a s reminded us of God’s grace and the strength found in faith and c o m mu n i t y. May t h e L o rd b l e s s a n d keep each of you always. ~ T h e Fa m i ly ~

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