1942
James
2022
James David Williams
June 24, 1942 — April 15, 2022
Husband and father James David Williams, 79, passed away April 15, 2022, at his home in Goose Creek, SC with his wife of 30 years, Maureen, by his side.
Jim was born on June 24, 1942 in Turtle Creek, PA to Bill and Jane Williams. Jim had an older sister, Phyllis, and was the second oldest of four brothers, Chuck, Bob, Jack, and William.
Jim enlisted in the Navy at 17 years old. Over his 32 years of service, serving mostly aboard submarines, he traveled the world and climbed the ranks until retirement from the rate of Master Chief and the position of Command Master Chief in 1992. In the decades following, Jim enjoyed a successful second career of nearly 30 more years in real estate with Carolina One in the Goose Creek and North Charleston area.
Jim’s broad interests included woodworking, gardening, and birdwatching. He maintained numerous friendships from the Navy and often could be found visiting friends in the Charleston area and further abroad. He will be missed by his regular Tuesday evening company at the Low Country chapter of the Fleet Reserve. In all his social circles, Jim was known for his personability and quick wit; he always was genuinely happy to go out of his way to help friends and family.
Jim is predeceased by his parents, older brother, William, and younger brother, Chuck and sister, Phyllis.
Jim is survived by brothers Bob and Jack, children Rick (m. Christine) and Michele (m. Jim), and grandchildren Sean, Allyson, and Riley.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, April 21st at 10:00 am at McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation at 869 St James Ave, in Goose Creek, SC. Followed by burial service at noon at Plantation Memorial Gardens at 3345 S Live Oak Dr, in Moncks Corner, SC.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a charity close to Jim’s heart.
You may visit our tribute page at www.mcalister-smith.com/obituaries
Arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation, 869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445. 843-553-1511
Jim was born on June 24, 1942 in Turtle Creek, PA to Bill and Jane Williams. Jim had an older sister, Phyllis, and was the second oldest of four brothers, Chuck, Bob, Jack, and William.
Jim enlisted in the Navy at 17 years old. Over his 32 years of service, serving mostly aboard submarines, he traveled the world and climbed the ranks until retirement from the rate of Master Chief and the position of Command Master Chief in 1992. In the decades following, Jim enjoyed a successful second career of nearly 30 more years in real estate with Carolina One in the Goose Creek and North Charleston area.
Jim’s broad interests included woodworking, gardening, and birdwatching. He maintained numerous friendships from the Navy and often could be found visiting friends in the Charleston area and further abroad. He will be missed by his regular Tuesday evening company at the Low Country chapter of the Fleet Reserve. In all his social circles, Jim was known for his personability and quick wit; he always was genuinely happy to go out of his way to help friends and family.
Jim is predeceased by his parents, older brother, William, and younger brother, Chuck and sister, Phyllis.
Jim is survived by brothers Bob and Jack, children Rick (m. Christine) and Michele (m. Jim), and grandchildren Sean, Allyson, and Riley.
A viewing will be held on Thursday, April 21st at 10:00 am at McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation at 869 St James Ave, in Goose Creek, SC. Followed by burial service at noon at Plantation Memorial Gardens at 3345 S Live Oak Dr, in Moncks Corner, SC.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a charity close to Jim’s heart.
You may visit our tribute page at www.mcalister-smith.com/obituaries
Arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation, 869 St James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445. 843-553-1511
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of James David Williams, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Thursday, April 21, 2022
10:00 - 11:30 am
McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation Goose Creek
Service
Thursday, April 21, 2022
11:30am - 12:00 pm
McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation Goose Creek
(04) Burial
Thursday, April 21, 2022
12:00 - 1:00 pm
Plantation Memorial Gardens Cemetery
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