Obituary of Thomas Russell Williams

Williams, Thomas Russell Jr. Marcell, MN 2/24/27 to 1/14/15 Predeceased by parents, Thomas R. Williams Sr. & Irma Forbes Williams, sisters, Nancy Williams, Barbara Gifford, Joan Erhard. Survived by loving wife Susan, sons, Thomas III, John (Louise), daughter, Amelia Clark, stepsons, Reese Dailey (Denise), Kevin Dailey, Thomas Dailey (Brenda), grandchildren, Mia, Ella Clark, Julian Walters, Aaron, Charles, Ben Williams, Hannah, Taylor, Jack Dailey, many nieces and nephews. Tom attended Washburn High, Class of '45 and after serving in the Navy in WWII went on to the U of MN as a Psi U after which he settled into a life of deep commitment to society and his family, founding the Thomas Williams Insurance Agency, now Dyste Williams Agency. A tireless volunteer, he strongly believed in sharing his gifts, and had a work ethic second to none. When his children were young he was active at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. In later years he had a strong involvement at St. Martin's by the Lake until retiring to his beloved cabin in northern MN. Many benefitted from Tom's humanity as a Boy Scout leader (Troop 206), Director of Christian Education, President of Episcopal Community Services, Habitat for Humanity, to name a few. He was a past member of Gyro. He was always available to help a friend in need. His unending faith drove him all his life. Tom loved boating, sailing, skiing, fishing, golfing, gardening or a good time with friends family. Close to his heart were his gardens and wild birds, to which he gave great care and dedication. A memorial service will be held at St. Martin's by the Lake on Mon., Jan. 19 at 1:00 pm with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials are referred to St. Martin's by the Lake Episcopal Church, 2801 Westwood Rd, Minnetonka Beach 55391 or donor's choice.