John Robert Williams (26 Mar 1947 - 22 Jan 2021)

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Seven Hills Crematorium Felixstowe Road Nacton IP10 0FG
Date
19th Feb 2021
Time
3.45pm
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In loving memory of John Robert Williams who sadly passed away on 22nd January 2021, aged 73 years.

David Allen donated £20 in memory of John

I have only just learned of this sad news, and have many memories of watching John play at Layer Road, including his goal in ‘77, and even had a kick about with him and the team on the pitch when I was a mascot for the U’s in the late 70s. I also have fond memories of living in the same village as John’s family, including having my first crush as a schoolboy, on his lovely daughter Jackie! My thoughts and love are with all of his family x

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  • Thank you David, for your kind donation and lovely words. I never knew that you were a mascot for Colchester. And School Boy Crush, I feel flattered, I had no idea, Lindsay never said! I hope you are all ok and life is treating you kindly. Much love, always, Jackie x

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David Allen wrote

I’ve only just learned of this sad news; I have many memories of watching John play at Layer Road, including his goal in ‘77, and even had a kick around with him on the pitch when I was a mascot for the U’s around the same time. I also have fond memories of living in the same village, and will admit to my first crush being on his lovely daughter Jackie, a friend of my sister!. Sending thoughts and love to all of John’s family x

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Stephanie Calver donated £10 in memory of John
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Patricia Joyce donated £200 in memory of John

Our Dear Brother-in-law, Brother and Uncle
A kind and gentle man who loved to boogie.Thank you John for leaving us with such Wonderful memories.
Always in our hearts.
God Bless, sleep tight.Till we meet again.
With love 'Auntie' Pat and Family.xxxxx

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  • Thank you Auntie Pat and Family, Dad loved you all, and we all had so many fun together, especially with Uncle Reg and Dad, acting like children most of the time, lots of lovely memories.

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Chloe Smart donated £20 in memory of John

For the best Grandad & great Grandad we could of wished for, Love and miss you everyday xxx

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  • Grandad certainly was, full of fun, love and laughter. He loved you all soooo much.

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Dave Messenger donated £20 in memory of John

On behalf of my Dad, who told us stories of Johnny Williams and his team-mates growing up..

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  • Thank you Dave, that is such a kind gesture, and thank you for all of your help, it has been much appreciated. Kind regards, Jackie

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Georgia Southgate donated £10 in memory of John

Amazing man! Sending all my love x

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  • Thank you Georgia, you are such an amazing young lady. Could you say thank you to FiFi too, as for some reason, I couldn't leave a comment. Dad sure was amazing, life and soul, lost without him. Sending lots of love to you too, Jackie x

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  • I love this photo! x

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In his football days!

In his football days!

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  • Grandad loved Watford, he never lost his eye for the ball, or his handsome looks x

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Happy Memories ♥️

Happy Memories ♥️

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  • Grandad looking proud, and smart as always, and he danced the whole evening, the energy x

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  • I love this photo too, very proud, and I will never stop looking at him like that, a smitten Daddies girl x

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  • Hi Jackie, I was just watching an Elton John video where he held up a season Watford season ticket. I was telling my husband how he played at my friends Dads testimonial, I looked up what year it was and saw this very sad news. So sorry for you all, he was such a lovely man. Please pass on my condolences to your mum and sister. It’s been a really long time but I hope you are keeping ok. Amanda (Hooper) xx

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Connie Williams donated £500 in memory of John

I miss you every day, thank you for being my John, 58 happy years toghether. I would never find another husband like you, if I searched a million years. Remembering our life together, keeps me strong, I am so proud of you and I love you so much, you truly are the 'best man' and the only 'man there has ever been for me'. I will be with you again one day. Have fun, and I hope you visit me. Yours forever, Connie xxx

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  • Xxxxxxx

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  • 💜💜💜

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Jackie Stevenson donated £125 in memory of John

With love from Richard Hodson, thank you for your donation Uncle Richard and for calling Mum every day.

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Jackie Stevenson wrote

RIP John, love now and always, our thoughts are with you all Richard and Jan.

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Fifi Kent donated £20 in memory of John
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Karen Anderson donated in memory of John

Uncle John you will be missed so very much by all your family x You were a gentle giant with a brilliant sense of humour, great great family man. You knew how to have fun, fabulous dancing partner (even with spoons) With a heart and soul of Gold.
Love you xx

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  • Thank you Karen, Dad did love his dancing, and you danced with him loads! Thank you for lighting a candle, hope to see you tomorrow. Much love, Jackie

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Karen Anderson wrote

Uncle John you will be missed so very much by all your family x You were a gentle giant with a brilliant sense of humour, great great family man. You knew how to have fun, fabulous dancing partner (even with spoons) With a heart and soul of Gold.
Love you xx

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Mum and Dad's Wedding Day, 10 June 1967.  The start of their life together.

Mum and Dad's Wedding Day, 10 June 1967. The start of their life together.

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  • Love this, I was the head choirboy at St Marys Apsley for their wedding.

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Frances Lynn donated in memory of John
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martin grimsdale wrote

After attending John's wedding as the head choirboy at the time at St Marys church in Apsley in 1967 my love affair with Watford FC began. Thank you for the memories and RIP. Condolences to your family

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St Marys church Apsley

St Marys church Apsley

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  • Mum always said what a beautiful church, thank you for sending this Martin, very thoughtful and kind of you. Jackie

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  • Jackie, There are quite a few photos on the website, Hemel Hempstead remembered pictures of St Marys church Apsley but I thought this was the best

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The knave at st marys church where the choir were sat, i would have been nearest on the right as head choirboy

The knave at st marys church where the choir were sat, i would have been nearest on the right as head choirboy

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  • Wow, it looks more like a Cathedral, thank you for sharing. Jackie

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Steve Norris donated in memory of John

RIP Watford Legend

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  • Thank you Steve, this is much appreciated. Kind regards, Jackie

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Viv Gurney wrote

You were the player who I left my first game at Vicarage Road being so impressed by & loved watching you play. Hornet Heaven has a great defender in its ranks. Sleep well Johnny.

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  • Thank you Viv, for your kind words and donation, it is much appreciated. We loved watching our Dad play too, we always felt, proud and of course excited. Dad never lost his eye for the ball. Kind regards, Jackie

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