James T. "Jimmy" Williams, of Oxford, passed away Friday, April 10, 2020, at the age of 84. Mr. Williams was a resident of Oxford for over fifty years before health concerns required him, and his wife, Martha, to relocate with family. He was a graduate of Berry College, in Rome, GA, and a vital and integral member of the Covington Lions Club where he served in all elected offices during his membership, in excess of fifty years. Mr. Williams was recognized by the State Lions of Georgia as an Outstanding Club Secretary and served several terms as Secretary of Lions of Georgia Multiple Districts. He was honorably elected to the Georgia State Lions Hall of Fame, as well as being named a Melvin Jones Fellow, and was nominated as the local Club Lion of the Year. Additionally, he received numerous Lion local and international awards. He was a Strong Lion in the Covington Lions Club and the State of Georgia. Mr. Williams epitomized the motto of the Lions Club, "We Serve". Outside of his club duties, Mr. Williams was well-versed in the interesting world of beekeeping. His endeavors as a beekeeper yielded delicious honey that he would share, and oftentimes, his skills were called upon to conduct beehive removals. In keeping with his outdoor interests, Mr. Williams was an avid gardener who graciously gave his homegrown vegetables to neighbors and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Max and Mary Lou (Hayes) Williams.
Mr. Williams will be lovingly and thoughtfully remembered by his adoring wife of 59 years, Martha Wofford Williams; daughter and son-in-law, Emily and Bob Gagne of Bryson City, NC; sons, Wade Williams of Oxford, Gordon Williams of Alpharetta; grandchildren, Jeff Lightsey, Richard Lightsey, Sarah Anne Williams Johnson, Noel Williams, Dovie Williams, Mary Hays Williams, Trammell (Tram) Williams, Corey Holloway; as well as several great-grandchildren.
A Private Graveside Service for Mr. Williams will be held Tuesday, April 14, 2020, 2:00 P.M., at Social Circle City Cemetery, Lakewood Drive, in Social Circle, with Rev. Dr. Douglas Gilreath officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Covington Lions Club, P.O. Box 829, Covington, GA 30015.
Due to the current COVID-19, and coronavirus pandemic recommendations, the family regrets that the services must be private.
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