Lawrence E. Williams

January 14, 1921 - December 21, 2017

Lawrence E. Williams, 96, formerly of Benton Harbor, died very early on Dec. 21, 2017 at Royalton Manor. Cremation has taken place and his ashes will be buried along with his wife’s at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, Michigan. Arrangements have been handled by the Fairplain Chapel of Florin Funeral Service, Benton Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society of SW Michigan, 641 S. Crystal Ave., Benton Harbor. Please leave memories, messages, or photos at www.florin.net. Lawrence was born in Nauvoo, Alabama on January 14, 1921 to Albert and Froney (Davis) Williams. He proudly served his country from 1942 until 1946 in the U.S. Army during WWII. He married Lucille J. Cowgill on Sept. 6, 1947 and she preceded him in death in 2008 after over 60 years of marriage. Retiring in 1985, Lawrence worked as a set-up man at Castmatic for many years. Of all the things Lawrence enjoyed, he cherished time spent with his family and friends. His family includes his daughter, Mary (Don) Ingle of Stevensville; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. Besides his wife and parents, Lawrence was preceded by his son, Connie Williams, and all of his siblings