Funeral services for Robert J (Bobby) Williams Jr, 56, Perry, will be 10 am, Wednesday December 13, 2017, at the Free Methodist Church in Lawrence, Ks. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery, Perry, Ks.
He died Wednesday, December 06, 2017, at his home surrounded by his family.
Bobby was born November 12, 1961, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Robert J and Betty Ann Nichols Williams. He graduated from Perry-Lecompton High School in 1980.
He worked for Jefferson County Sheriffs Dept for 6 years. University of Kansas Public Safety Office for 28 years. Hobbies included collecting sports memorabilia, trading challenge coins with other departments, collecting law enforcement patches from other agencies, he was an avid Star Trek and K-state fan.
Bobby married Tamara A Cumpton on September 20, 1986, she survives of the home.
Other survivors include, a daughter, Whitney Brown, son in-law, Steven Brown, both of Lawrence, a daughter, McKenzie Williams, son in-law, Joseph Morris, both of Lawrence; a sister, Marlene Blosser, (Tim Blosser), both of Perry, a brother, Bryan Williams, (Wendi Williams), both of Perry; two granddaughters, Kayleigh Brown, and Harlee Brown of Lawrence.
Friends may call from noon to 8 pm, Tuesday December 12, 2017, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. A visitation will take place from 6-8 pm.
The family suggests memorial contributions made to the Fraternal Order of Police, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Bobby was a great guy and always a blast to work with. He will be missed.
Bobby was a great friend and mentor. He was one of the good guys. He will be missed.
Bobby was a great guy and will be missed by many !! I enjoyed working with him over the years.
To the Family of Robert J. Williams,
So sorry to learn about the loss of your Dear Loved One, Robert. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all of those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, “Bobby”.
(John 11:41-44)
Bobby was one of the most upbeat individuals I ever worked with. We shared some laughs while we did good work. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family.
Bobby was a great guy and wonderful police officer. He will be missed.
My condolences on the loss I had the privilege to work with him as an officer at KU Medical Center when we came down to assist at KU Lawrence. He will be missed by all who had the opportunity to work with him.
Prayers of comfort for all the family. So very sorry for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers to the family. I was blessed to have known him. Great person and will be missed by many.
A committed officer, family member, and friend. I will remember his calm demeanor and unflappable nature. He will be dearly missed.
I’m so sorry for your loss! I knew him when he was on the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department. He was a Wonderful guy and will be greatly missed.
Marty and family – I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.