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Richard Douglas “Doug” WilliamsPassing: January 27, 2015

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Funeral Service

Saturday, January 31st @ 6:00 pm

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Saturday, January 31st @ 2:00-6:00 pm

Cemetery:

No Burial

BLOOMINGTON – Richard Douglas “Doug” Williams, 65, formerly of Mitchell, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2015, saving his family from a burning ship sinking at sea.

Born June 28, 1949, in Lawrence County, he was the son of Richard A. and Betty J. (Williams) Williams.  He was married to Helena Alexander and she preceded him in death.

He had a quirky sense of humor with a memorable laugh.  He loved people and spending time with family and friends.  He loved bicycling, history and art, and was an avid reader.   He had an adventurous spirit and loved traveling.  Doug graduated from Mitchell High School in 1967.

Doug worked 27 years at Mills Market before being employed at Pepsi~Cola and was a member of Teamsters Local No. 135. 

Surviving:  daughter, Gretchen (Robert) King, Mitchell
                       sons, Noah (Nikki) Williams, Vancouver,Washington
                                Ben (Sarah) Williams, Newark, Ohio
                   parents, Richard and Betty Williams, Bloomington
            stepchildren, Stephanie Rexing
                                Clancey Alexander
                                Patrick Alexander
          grandchildren, Abraham “Abe” King
                                Lorelai King
                                Bailey Williams

His wife and stepdaughter, Mary Jo Grant, preceded him in death.

Funeral service will be at 6:00 p.m. Saturday, January 31, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Jim Hatfield officiating.  

Friends may call from 2:00 p.m. until the service on Saturday at the funeral home.

Cremation was chosen.

Memorial Gifts:  Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services

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15 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Jennifer Bales Meyer
    Date: February 2, 2015
    I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
  2. Guest: Gary Neff | Bloomington, IN
    Date: February 1, 2015
    My deepest condolences on the loss of your father. He was a good man and a good neighbor.
  3. Guest: Linda Zager | Bloomington, IN
    Date: February 1, 2015
    Hello, I don't think anyone in the family will know me, but I got to know Doug and Helena when they helped an old friend of mine years ago when she was bedridden because of a stroke. I am so sorry to hear about Doug and am wishing the family peace at this time. Sincerely, Linda Zager
  4. Guest: Jeffrey Martin Boyd | Solsberry, Indiana
    Date: February 1, 2015
    Love to you my friend.
  5. Guest: Mr. and Mrs. Roger Cottengain | Bloo
    Date: February 1, 2015
    We are so sorry for you loss. Roger used to work with him at Mill's Market.
  6. Guest: Jason and Jeri Brown | Mitchell, In
    Date: January 31, 2015
    Ben and Noah, we were so shocked to find out about the passing of your dad. Jason enjoyed working with him at Mills and talking to him when he came over to your house back in high school. He was a really great guy and we are so sorry for your loss.
  7. Guest: Karin Dobson | Jacksonville, NC28546
    Date: January 31, 2015
    Pam, I'm so sorry for your loss..When did this thing happened saving his family at sea???? I will call you on Monday..Love Karin
  8. Guest: Suzanna Carpenter | Bedford, IN
    Date: January 31, 2015
    I met Doug at the Bedford Walmart Store where he would merchandise for Pepsi. Doug was always very friendly and polite, just a great person to be around. He will be missed. My Thoughts and Prayers to all his Family. Suzanna Carpenter
  9. Guest: Janet Noe | Mitchell
    Date: January 30, 2015
    Gretchen and family, I am so sorry about Doug. He and your family have been special friends to us for years. I have great memories of all you and his antics. Just know that my thoughts are with you at this time. Love to you all, Janet
  10. Guest: Shaunta (Cornwell) Dunbar | FtHoodTX
    Date: January 30, 2015
    Ben I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was a very funny man and we all knew where you got it from. My dad really liked him as they always would tell jokes and laugh. I never thought we would get out of the store. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
  11. Guest: Bob Plew | Shelbyville, IN46176-2243
    Date: January 30, 2015
    Dick and Betty so sorry for your loss. I do know the paing of losing a son and grand-son. will keep the two of you and Doug's family my prayers.
  12. Guest: James Williams | MitchellIndiana
    Date: January 30, 2015
    Very sorry to hear that Doug passed away, we had many fun times at Mills Mkt. in the years we worked together and became great friends. Doug was a free spirted person with a great talent for all those things different. I'm sure God has a special place in his house for him.
  13. Guest: Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services | Bedford, Ind
    Date: January 30, 2015
    To the family and friends: We are all so sorry for your loss. Volunteers of Lawrence County Cancer Patient Services
  14. Guest: Lela (Limeberry) Howell | Mitchell, IN.
    Date: January 30, 2015
    Betty& Richard, I am so sorry-I know what a terrible hurt it is losing a child. I lost my daughter the 28th of November. Lela Limeberry Howell
  15. Guest: Shanda Wells "King" | Orleans, Indiana
    Date: January 30, 2015
    Gretchen, Noah and Ben: I am so sorry for your loss. Absolutely loved working with your dad years ago at Mills. He was a very special person, always made me smile when he would come into work. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. 865-4880

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