Vester Lavern Williams (Lebanon)'s Obituary
Vester L. Williams of Lebanon, Missouri, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023 in Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri. At the time of his passing he was eighty-four years, eleven months and one day of age.
Vester was born August 27, 1938 in Wright County, Missouri to Owen Williams and Ethel Jones. He was raised in Wright County and worked for Bishop Furniture.
His real passion was discovered when he went in to business for himself, doing upholstery, flipping houses and fixing old cars. He had such a special talent re-upholstering furniture, as well as vehicle interiors and boat interiors. He also would buy houses, remodel and renovate those, and re-sell. He also enjoyed working on and restoring old cars. He was a hard worker and took pride in everything he did.
On May 24, 1985, Vester was united in marriage to Jewel Brazeal and together they raised their five children.
Vester was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Carl and his wife, Betty and his brother, Robert Sprague.
He is survived by his loving wife of thirty-eight years, Jewel Williams; two sons, Ronnie Williams and his wife, Carolyn of Lebanon, Missouri and Clinton Todd and his wife, Darlene of Marshfield, Missouri; three daughters, Theresa Sees and her husband, Carl, Brenda Crawford and her husband, Billy and Cindy West and her husband, John, all of Marshfield, Missouri; nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Betty Davis of Springfield, Missouri and Dorothy Williams of Lebanon, Missouri; and a brother, Gene Daniels and his wife, Brenda of Stoutland, Missouri.
Vester loved being with his family and enjoying a good meal. He loved to visit and always had a story to tell. In addition to all he did, Vester also liked to go camping, traveling, going to garage sales, flea markets, crafting and going to furniture stores and going to I-44 Speedway. He had such an appreciation for antiques.
He was a hard worker but always had time for family and friends. He will be missed, but his work ethic and love for his family will be remembered and appreciated for years to come.
Funeral Services for Vester Williams will be held Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Holman Howe Funeral Home in Lebanon, MO. Visitation will be held an hour before.
Memorial contributions can be made in Vester's honor to the Humane Society through the funeral home.
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