Michael Williams, Sr. Obituary in Sylvester at Shipps Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Michael Williams, Sr.

The late Mr. Michael Williams, Sr. departed this life on Friday, November 22, 2024.At the reques of the family the remains have been cremated. A Memorial Service will he held on Saturday, November30, 2024 at 11:00 am, from the Henry Hall Woolard CommunityCenter, Sylvester, Georgia. Pastor J. W. Bentley will deliver the Eulogy. Services may be viewed Facebook Live from the Shipp's Funeral Home Facebook Page or by clicking the Video Stream link on this site's Home Page.

Michael “Pretty Po” Williams Sr. was born on February 19, 1963, in Worth County, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents Roosevelt (Pete) Williams and Daisy Elizabeth (Liz) Williams; his brothers Marvin Williams, and Benjamin Williams. His sisters, Gwendolyn Harris, Dorothy Bentley, and Diane Hamilton.

He was loved dearly by the community.

Michael departed this earth on Friday, November 22, 2024. He leaves behind a son, Michael Williams, Jr., five sisters, Patricia Jefferson (Johnny), Brenda Proctor (Harold), Sylvester, GA, Yvette Moate (Edward), Ty Ty, GA, Selena Williams, Sandy Springs, GA, and Latasha Williams, Roanoke, VA; four brothers, Mark Harris (Rhonda), Woodbury, GA, Roosevelt Williams, Jr. (Irene), Tifton, GA, Frederick Hamilton (Brenda), Albany, GA, and Tommy Hamilton, Sylvester, GA. He was the uncle of a host of nieces and nephews.

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Will miss you riding your bike waving and speaking everything I came to Harry store R.I.P Pretty Po!🙏🏼❤️🥹

Condolences to the family. Johnnie Mae wilcher

My deepest sympathy to the family.

With deepest sympathy. Reggie , Lisa, and Seritha all from Ashburn Georgia.

I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember Micheal from back in the day. He was such a joy to be around. Praying for the family.

Sending my condolences to the family.... rip❤️.

Pretty Po has always treated me like I was a Williams from day 1. I got the same treatment as his blood nieces (let me get a few dollars niece). If I set up in Sylvester I could always count on him to come keep me company! He will truly be missed! Uncle Michael I'll remember you forever Teewee 😘

Rest in peace Pretty PO. You will be surely missed and praying for the family and friends. He was loved by many and he will always speak to you and be riding his bike.

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Pretty app you will truly be miss!! Continue rest on my friend!!!

Michael William Sr., a beacon of resilience and joy, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering faith. He was a man who lived with an infectious positivity that lifted everyone around him. Despite facing life's challenges, Michael held steadfast to the belief that "we must accept finite disappointment but never lose infinite hope," as Martin Luther King Jr. once said. His enduring optimism and determination inspired his family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know him. Camille Graddy

My Condolences to the family .

Your love that you gave to everyone will truly be missed....May you rest in peace...Love you Uncle Michael...your niece Necol

SORRY FOR YOU ALL'S LOSS. MY DEEPEST HEARTFELT SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY DURING THIS TIME. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS AND STRENGTHEN YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME. Kivett Milton

May God bless the family at this time. I will miss your sense of humor. Cal

My heart goes out to the family. We shared good times and bad times. I will miss your sense of humor.

So sorry for you all loss. He would always tell me that my yard is so pretty and I always keep them looking good. He will truly gonna be miss . REST IN PARADISE Pretty po Dorothea Taylor

To the Williams family. I am so sorry to hear the passing of Michael. I pray God will comfort you in this difficult time.
Tricia Cherry

My condolences to the family. I'm gonna miss you calling me cuz and me saying I ain't your cuz. Rest in peace Po.

I love you bro. You are truly missed. Your sis Selena

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