Friday, March 16, 2012

James Albert Williamson

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1939 ~ 2012
James Albert Williamson, 73, left this mortal existence March 15, 2012. He was born January 25, 1939 in Dowling Park, Florida the son of Delbert and Eliza Williamson. He graduated from Madison High School in 1958 and received a BS in Accounting from Brigham Young University in 1965. He served in the United States Army as an X-ray technician from 1959-1962.
Al married Janice Cater on July 28, 1961 in Ft. Benning, Georgia. Their marriage was solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple on June 26,1963.
Al had many occupations during his life, but the one he loved most was that of farmer. He loved to work along side his children in his field. This is where he found peace and happiness up until the time he left us. He was a devoted to his wife, children and church and served with all his heart. We love him and we know that he loves us. We are grateful for his example to us in this life and know that we will see him again.
Al is survived by his wife, Janice; sons Greg (Dawna) and Steve (June); daughters, Michelle (ElRay) Christiansen and Stephanie (Bobby) Colson and 17 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter and 5 siblings and his best friend Calvin (Blue) Newsome. He was preceded in death by his grand daughter, Samantha, 5 siblings and his parents.
Funeral services will be held March 17, 2012 at the Cedar Pass 10th Ward Chapel, 2977 Saddle Rock Road, Eagle Mountain, Utah at 11am. Viewing will be held Saturday morning from 10am. till time of service. Interment, East Lawn Memorial Park. Online guest book at wingmortuary.com

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Yesterday was a long day. I woke up to a phone call informing me that my father in law was in route to American Fork hospital via ambulance. My mother in law found him early in the morning with a very faint pulse and called for help. He passed away on the way to the hospital.

He had been ill for quite some time, but death always seems to take you off guard. Greg took it harder then either of us imagined. I spent the majority of the morning at the hospital gathering family and trying to get in touch with Greg. He does not have his phone with him while working, so I had to use some creative ways to get in touch with him. (Thanks Tara and Austin). All of my children with the exception of Emma were able to come. Emma chose to go to school, but we ended up going and checking her out for the day. Last night we had numerous family members gather for dinner. It was nice to see all of them once again. Many I had not seen in years.

As the day progressed I had the most peaceful, calm feeling. I love that I have the gospel in my life and know that death is just part of the plan. And while we will miss him, I am gratedful for the knowledge that he is on to bigger and better things.

3 comments:

CreatedbyKay (Kay Norman) said...

Big Hugs to your family - our prayers are with you.

Marja Liisa said...

Sorry to hear that he died. He sounds like a great man! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you!

Johnson Family said...

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.