John Harold Williams, 74, of Hot Springs, AR, peacefully transitioned to be with Jesus on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at CHI Hospital, Hot Springs, AR. He was born on June 7, 1949, at Alice Eve Memorial in Hot Springs to Willie Alexander and Estella Jones Williams.

John is preceded him in death are his parents, his beloved son, John L. Williams, sister Martha (Julius) Walker, nephew Timothy Guin, and son-in-law Robert Jackson, Jr.

John, a proud Hot Springs High School graduate, dutifully served in the United States Army starting on September 3, 1969. While serving, he was a member of the Co B 15th Med Bn 1st Cav division and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, and he demonstrated exceptional marksmanship as a sharpshooter with the rifle M-14 and an expert with the Rifle M-16. After being honorably discharged on October 1, 1971, he joined the Garland County Road Department in April 1984, where he devoted over 30 years of hard work until March 2014, with a notable tenure in the sign department. Beyond his professional duties, John's passion for woodworking brought joy to all who encountered his creations. He also found fulfillment in sewing, hunting, and fishing, and even pursued his love for music as a DJ, known affectionately by his CB name, Papa Bear. As an Olive Branch Lodge #5 member since December 1979, John embodied commitment and camaraderie. Join us in celebrating the legacy of Butch.

John's faith journey began at an early age under the guidance of Reverend James Lambert Sr. at Nazarene Baptist Church.

John left to cherish his memory are his best friend Ruby Williams, daughters; Rachael Williams, Flolesia Jackson, and Brenda Williams. son, Venson Ferguson; grandson Robert (Jessica) Jackson III; and Ajaye Perkins. Granddaughter, Racquel Jackson, great-granddaughter; Naomi Pearson Jackson, and Ay'Vah Jackson; great-grandsons; Jeremiah Braggs Perkins, and Robert Jackson IV; sister Betty Guinn, brother Willie Williams, five nieces, two nephews, A host of brothers and sisters-in-laws cousins, family and his buddy Willie McGraw.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at noon, with visitation starting one hour prior at Nazarene Baptist Church, 220 Silver Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

You may sign the guest registry at http://www.carriganmemorial.com

Arrangements are entrusted to Carrigan Memorial Funeral Services