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Obituary For Warnell Williams

Warnell Williams, 93, of Bunnell, Florida, entered into eternal rest on March 5, 2026. He was born on August 1, 1932, in Baxley, Georgia, to the late Mr. Sam Williams and Mrs. Carrie Mae Williams, who instilled in him the values of faith, family, and hard work that shaped his long and meaningful life. Warnell devoted nearly three decades of service to the Flagler County Police Department, serving from 1974 until his retirement in 2003. He was known throughout the community as a steady, dependable, and respected presence—someone who carried himself with integrity and treated others with fairness and dignity. His commitment to public service left a lasting impact on the city he proudly served. Warnell was preceded in death by his three beloved children: one daughter, Gwendolyn Williams, and two sons Earnest “Tat” Williams, and Kevin Williams. Also preceded by one sister, Ethel Mae Williams and three brothers; Curtis, Eugene, and James Williams. Though they passed before him, their memories remained close to his heart throughout his life. He leaves to cherish his memory, his former wife and lifelong friend, Evalena Williams, who remained an important part of his life, Five daughters; Francena J. Koch, Lawanda West, Somberlyn Williams, Trenara Harris, and Chanel Harris. Four sons; Eric Williams, Carlton Smith, Adren (Amina) Mitchell, and Nathan Mitchell; two daughters-in-law Brenda Williams and Jaqueline Williams. He is also remembered with love by his 23 grandchildren and 41 great‑grandchildren, who carry forward his legacy. He is survived by one brother, David Williams, Sr of Bunnell, Fl and two sisters, Rudene Thomas and Rozell Swain of Jacksonville, Florida; Two god-daughters Gwendolyn Williams and Linda Love all of whom were touched by his kindness, wisdom, and gentle spirit. Warnell Williams will be remembered for his strength, his service, and the deep love he held for his family. His legacy lives on in the generations who follow him and in the community he faithfully served.

Visitation 5-6 p.m., Friday, March 13, at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 609 S State St, Bunnell

A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 14, at First Baptist Church-Bunnell
2301 Commerce Parkway, Bunnell, Florida

Interment will be held in Masonic Cemetery

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Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for blessing Mr. Warnell Williams to be in this world for 93 years to be a blessing to his children, brothers, and sisters, his children's children, great-great-grandchildren, and his family members and the community. He was a true soldier that worked on the police force as a private investigator who knew his work like a map. He was a man who spread love, encouraging words, and uplifted many lives in this world. He was a compassionate gentleman who loved the Lord and chose his words wisely speaking to them with a compassionate heart. Father God, I give You the glory and praise for blessing him to be a blessing to us. Lord, I know You're getting ready to allow a true soldier into the kingdom of heaven to be with You, Father. Heavenly Father, please give his children, family members, friends, and co-workers spiritual guidance, peace, and comfort them at this time and wipe their tears away. Because Father God, You said in 1 Peter 5:7 KJV, 'Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.' O Merciful God, I, Shana Maria, lift my head up high and proud to give You total praise for blessing Mr. Warnell Williams to be here for 93 years because, Father, to be absent in body, you gotta be present with the Lord in Jesus' name. Lord, I know it's very difficult for Mr. Warnell Williams' sisters and brothers, his children, grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, friends, and for the community and everyone that worked along with him. Father God, please wrap Your loving and caring hands around them and comfort them and hold them close to Your heart in Jesus' name. To the Williams Family, please continue looking up to the kingdom of heaven and give God total praise for blessing Mr. Warnell Williams to be on earth for 93 years. Look, look, look, look, and smile to the heavenly Father and say, 'Lord, thank you for blessing us with Mr. Warnell Williams.' May God bless each and every one of you. By Redpassion Redpassion Fragrance's

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My condolences to the family and my friend Warnell who I rode a many of mile with in that patrol car and the jokes he pulled on me happy times back then RIP MY FRIEND

William Ford

Sincere condolences to my niece and nephew, Somberlyn and Adrian Williams, in the loss of your father. May God grant you both strength, comfort, and peace.

Bessie Peterson

My husband John would have coffee with him at the chicken jiffy often. He spoke very highly of him. Thoughts to the rest of the family and will keep you in my prayers!

Marylyn Dance

Condolences & love for the family. Thanks for the years of good memories. Mary & Dwight Golden

Dwight Golden

Our condolences to you & the family. Our hearts is saddened over the passing of a beloved man. Thanks for the good memories. He will be missed.

Dwight Golden

My heartfelt condolences to the Williams family. His pleasant demeanor never changed over the years. He will b missed by many. Prophetess Eliza D. Wynder

Eliza D. Wynder

Though no words can hurry what you're going through, please know how much you're being thought about and how deeply you're wished the gentle comfort of sweet memories.

Karen Stewart

My sincere condolences to the Williams family

Delories Hall

Lt Williams was one of the best still solving crimes after retirement if only the others would listen. Couldn't asked for a better friend RIP LT

Peggy Mrus