Vernon R. Williams

Published 3:35 pm Monday, April 14, 2025

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul; he leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup runs over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” ~ Psalm 23

Vernon R. Williams, age 69, of Elizabethton, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at his residence. He was the son of the late Ross Williams and Lida Bentley Campbell and was born on Sept. 15, 1955. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a niece, Jessica McGowan.

Vernon retired from Snap-on Tools and was of the Baptist faith. He loved animals and going to the beach with his family. He was known to have never met a stranger.

Those left to cherish his many memories include his sister, Wanda Lacey (Richard) of Elizabethton; two brothers, Wayne Williams (Wanda) and Rick L. Williams (Pat), all of Elizabethton; two aunts, Victoria Carpenter of Ohio and Virgie Yontz of Elizabethton; five nephews; two nieces; and several great-nephews, great-nieces and cousins.

A family gathering will be held at a later date. Those who prefer memorials in lieu of flowers may make donations to Niswonger Children’s Hospital, 400 N. State of Franklin Road, Johnson City, TN 37604, or to TLC Community Center, 142 Lovers Lane, Elizabethton, TN 37643.

Words of comfort may be shared with the family by visiting www.hathawaypercy.com. Hathaway-Percy Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to serve the Williams family. Office phone: (423) 543-5544.