Joseph Henry Williams

Joseph Williams, age 71, of Hatton, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. He was born on Thursday, May 28, 1953 to Reed and Nolies Broach Williams in Cove, Arkansas.

Joseph, known for his immense generosity, passed away leaving behind a legacy of hard work. A true outdoorsman, Joseph cherished his time fishing, hunting, and tending to his vegetable garden, often sharing the bounty with friends and neighbors or canning it. He lived each day to the fullest, finding pleasure in watching old westerns and war movies, and listening to classic country and rock and roll music. He had a competitive spirit that became evident any time the family had a game night. Above all, Joseph was a devoted family man, always ready to lend a helping hand and he took great pride in his loved ones.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Sheila Lewis; and four brothers, Leroy Williams, Ray Williams, JL Williams, and Grover Williams.

Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Lois Elaine Williams of Cove; his children, Jerry Franks of Canyon Lake, Texas, Sonja and Mike Harwood of Hatton, Chris Lyons of Longview, Texas, and Larry Williams and fiancé, Theresa, of Hatton; five sisters and brothers in law, Becky Sherrouse, Mary and John Whitlow, Ruby Peikert, Billy Faye and John Letellier, and Betty and Jim Williamson; eleven grandchildren, Morgan Estel, Travis Myers, Brianna Myers, Tanner Williams known to Joe as Turdhead #1, Ethan Williams known to Joe as Turdhead #2, Triston Pollard known to Joe as Turdhead #3, Kayla Hatch, Aaron Frank, Dustin Ellis, Cody Ellis, and Kayla Belknap; thirteen great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces and a host of other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Westview Cemetery in Cove, Arkansas with Brother Tim Smedley officiating under the direction of Bowser Family Funeral Home in Mena, Arkansas. No visitation is planned.

Pallbearers will be Larry Hedge, Curtis Gillaspy, Tom Bates, Doyce Dockery, Gary Lowrey, and David Hoyle.

Honorary Pallbearers are Scott Richardson, Eric Hoyle, and Mike Harwood.
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