Gerald Williams, born on March 16, 1931, passed away on January 14, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Luella Williams and his beloved wife, Joanne Peters Williams.
Jerry is survived by his children: Jan Williams Osborn (Michael), with grandchildren Elizabeth Osborn and Megan Osborn (Mike Price); Jay Williams (Dawn), with grandchildren Brittani Williams Bennett (Chris) and Paige Williams Fikar (Kevin), and great-grandchildren Charlotte Bennett and Wesley Fikar; and Jed Williams (Kathy), with grandchildren Daniel Williams and Rachael Williams (Heather).
Jerry lived his entire life in Fairport, NY. He was a graduate of the Rochester Business Institute in Rochester, NY, and served 14 years in the US Navy Reserves. He was the proud owner of Williams Hardware and Jerry Williams Picture Framing. Jerry also served as the Chairman of the Fairport Centennial Celebration in 1967 and drove a school bus for 20 years for Fairport Central Schools.
Jerry was very active in the Fairport Merchants Association, Genesee Valley Antique Car Society, Flower City Jazz Society, and Iroquois Sail and Power Squadron of Rochester, where he served as commander for several years.
Jerry loved to snow ski with family and friends until he was 87 years old. He belonged to Ontario Golf Club and was an avid boater in Fairporton the Erie Canal and in the Thousand Islands. He had a heart of gold and loved to be the life of the party. Everyone will always remember the fun on Jerry’s boat, The Just Happened.
Calling Hours will be held on Friday May 9th from 4-6pm, followed by a Memorial Service A service on Saturday May 10th at 10am. Both will be held at Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Rd, Fairport, NY 14450.
Jerry will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his warm and kind spirit, and his unwavering love for his community. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
The family would like to thank the Episcopal Church Home and Rochester Regional Health Hospice for the loving care provided to Jerry in the last years of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations or memorials contributions can be made to the Episcopal Church Home Foundation (episcopalseniorlife.org/give/), 1570 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14610 or RRH Hospice (rrhgive.org/hospice), 330 Monroe Avenue, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14607 .
8 responses to “Williams, Gerald “Jerry””
So very sorry for your loss. Jerry was a great guy, he will be sorely missed. My heart goes out to you and your family.
You were one of the good guys Jerry. I’ll miss you forever.
So many wonderful memories of Jerry. He was always smiling! My thoughts and prayers for his family.
My Aunt, Jayne Yates, and I would like to share our sincerest condolences to Jerry’s family. I was always to happy to see the two of them dance at the Flower City Jazz dinner dances when I came in the fall from CT. Jerry would light up a room with his warm happy smile and always had a kind word to share. He was a “special” guy who was loved by everyone. We will hold on to our faith that we will all be joined together again. Blessings of peace and love to his family.
The Veterans Outreach Center extends our deepest sympathy in Gerald’s passing.
We acknowledge and are truly grateful for his service to our country.
I knew Jerry when he was active in the old car clubs. He was a great guy and will be missed.
The Veterans Outreach Center extends our deepest sympathy in Jerry’s passing.
We acknowledge and are truly grateful for his service to our country.
Rest in peace Gerry you’re a great man. Glad we got the opportunity to gather over the years. I enjoyed the breakfast gatherings over the years with you a your friends during my visits to Penfield. You’re at peace now with your wife and parents. God bless you rest in peace.
Love, Scott and Nina Curtis