Elnathan Williams' Obituary
Mr. Elnathan Williams was born on April 3, 1941, to the loving parents Leola Berry Williams and Percy Williams. He peacefully transitioned from this life on January 15, 2026. He was a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and a pillar of strength within his family and community.
Elnathan was united in holy matrimony to his beloved wife, Gwendolyn Williams, with whom he shared 50 years of being together and married sharing love, and commitment. Together, they built a legacy rooted in faith, family, and perseverance.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Gwendolyn Williams; his sons, Baxter Barnes and Ronley Brock; and his daughter, Zolgreta Barnes-Brown.
He was the proud grandfather to, in order from oldest to youngest: Raquel Anthony, Trevalla Lindsey, Siguorney White, and Keiarra Barnes.
He also leaves a beautiful legacy of great-grandchildren, in order from oldest to youngest: Taylor Pearl, Calyn Zoe, Kingston, Kennedy, Kayleigh, Ja Kyla, Patreal Jr., Talaia, Ava, Kannon, Alivia, Saanvi-Reign, and Gia Rae.
Elnathan is also survived by his loving siblings: three sisters, Carolyn Williams, Avis Williams, and Bobbie-Neal Williams, and one brother, Jeff Williams, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members, and dear friends.
He is proceeded in death by his son Dexter Barnes.
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