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Obituary For Edgar Williams
Edgar Williams, 83, passed Saturday, January 10, 2026 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. EST on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL. with Pastor Noble D. Williams, officiant, Eulogist. Burial will follow in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Public viewing is Wednesday, January 14, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
On Saturday, January 10, 2026, Deacon Edgar Williams, 83, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at home.
Edgar was born on November 2, 1942 in Phenix City, Alabama to the late Eugene Williams, Sr. and Lula Day Williams. He graduated from South Girard High School, Class of 1962 while also working as a barber in Fort Benning, GA.
Edgar was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1965 where he served for two years. He started basic training in Fort Jackson, SC. He was subsequently sent to Vietnam where he served as a motor pool operator and managed supplies at the Army Air Base in Vung Tau. Edgar was honorably discharged in 1967 and returned to Ft. Benning continuing his work as a barber. Finding a passion for architecture and construction he went to school and obtained a degree from Chattahoochee Valley Community College. He subsequently worked as a General Contractor, with his own construction business, where he built residential and commercial buildings throughout Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. He designed and built several businesses, churches, subdivisions and completed various remodels throughout his over 40-year career.
He gave his life to Christ at an early age and was a faithful and devoted member of Greater Mt. Zion Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and Trustee for more than 30 years. He also served on the Building Committee, was a member of Senior Ministry, and played an integral role in building an addition and upgrades throughout the church.
He enjoyed fishing, traveling, entertaining his friends and family with his jokes, listening to music, and serving the community. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who affectionately called him Papa.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife of 58 years, Mae Helen Ashford Williams; his five daughters, Chrystla Faye Hodge of Columbus, GA, Dr. Helen-Louise Moore of Kathleen, GA, Dr. Jacqueline (Johnny) Flakes of Columbus, GA, Elisa S. Ingram (Will) of Franklin, TN and Mariel Elynn (Jimmie) Smith of Columbus, GA; two brothers Willie (Dorothy) Williams and George Williams and one sister Hattie Pearl Smith; three brothers-in-law Cornelius Wright, Charles (Ann) Ashford and Nathaniel (Melvina) Ashford; three sisters-in-law Dorothy Lewis, Ollie Ashford and Vanjual Roberson; nine grandchildren, Caitlyn Hodge, Nicole (José) Ruiz, Braya Flakes, Kevin Scott, Jr., William Gregory Moore, Mary-Grace Moore, Christianna Moore, William Henry Ingram, III, and Adrianna Ingram; and two great grandchildren Robyn Hall-Flakes and Raigan Flakes-Britt and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Edgar’s caregivers Maralia Nance, Jessica Dixon, Infini Shaw and Ms. Brooks who helped Edgar and Helen at home, as well as Columbus Hospice. Additionally, the family extends gratitude to Stephanie and Albert of Junkins Transportation who drove Edgar wherever he needed to go. They were all so helpful.
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To Kevin Scott, Jr. Sorry for your loss of your grandfather, please keep em' in their prayers!
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To Mrs. Jacqueline flakes, so sorry for your loss of your dad. God bless his heart and soul of this difficult time.
Sending our deepest condolences, prayers and love to the Williams family.
Sister Jackie Flakes So sorry to hear of your loss. We extend condolences and prayers for comfort and strength to you and your family. May God be with you through this difficult time. 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️
Mr.and Mrs. Sherman and Lois Williams
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I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Edgar Williams. As you remember your loved one, may you find comfort in the good times you shared and in the memories that live on in our hearts and mind.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.
Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire family🙏🙏🙏
My sincere condolences to the family. Praying for strength and comfort.
My deepest most heartfelt condolences are with you and your Family
Sending my condolences 🙏❤️ Hattie Hicks Floyd
The Wacoochee High School Class of 1967 extends our heartfelt condolences to Mary Helen Ashford Williams and the entire Williams family on the passing of your beloved husband, Edger Williams. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the many cherished memories you shared bring comfort, and may God's peace and strength surround you and your family now and in the days ahead.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family. We are praying for God's comfort and peace. You have our condolences. The Arnold Family
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To the family of Mr. Edgar Williams , we extend our thoughts prayers, and condolences during the passing of Mr Williams. May the Lord strength and comfort the family during this difficult time. Love Barbara and Dexter Materre
My condolences to the immediate family. Uncle Bruah, as I know him. He was always the life and character. I will cherish the times that we spent working on people's house or just hanging out. Can't get those moments back, but at least I have the memories. I love him and will miss him dearly
Jackie/Pastor Flakes, Mrs Williams and family, ours thoughts prayers, condolences to you during the passing of Mr Williams. May the light of Christ peace continuously shine upon you. Much love ❤️ Michael and Lovetta Martin
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Thinking of you in your hour of sorrow and extending heartfelt sympathy. Please know that we are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Deacon Dorsey and Sheryl Stancil
Dear First Lady Jackie and Pastor Flakes. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences during this incredibly difficult time. We know how much you Father meant to you and your family. His legacy of love and faith will surely live on in all the lives he touched, especially yours. The Powell's family
During this season of transition, I pray you feel comforted, surrounded by love, and rest assured in The Power of The Most High ❤️
Our condolences to all the family. Our prayers are with you during this sad time. Steve, Jo Ann and Emilee
My deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Charles and Deborah Weaver
I wish to extend deepest sympathy and prayers to the family and loved ones of Mr. Edgar Williams "He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty."- Psalm 91:1
Pearl Smith and Willie Williams, Condolences to the family of Edgar Williams. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers! Thomas and Gloria Moffett & Family
May God comfort you and your family during this time.
I am so sorry to hear the passing about Edgar. Sending condolences and prayers to the Willams Family. Helen and Faye ya'll are in my prayer's.
May God surround you with His love, peace and comfort
To my Friends, Edgar Williams Family Please find Peace and Comfort in knowing that Love ones never really go away; for they live in our Hearts Forever ❤️ Heartfelt Condolence Dea David & Patricia Jackson 🙏🏽
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