J.D. Williams

J.D. Williams, 71, of Midland, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2009 at Hospice House of Odessa. Visitation with the family will be from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Friday, February 6, 2009 at the funeral home. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, February 7, 2009 at Resthaven North in Midland with Robert Williams, officiating.J.D. was born November 14, 1937, in Sweetwater to Priscilla and Tony Williams. He married Lillie Christine on January 22, 1955 in Midland. She preceded J.D. in death in September 2002. J.D. worked as a butcher and truck driver.Survivors include daughter and son-in-law, Margie and Steven Burg of Terrell; son, Pervis Williams of Midland; daughter and son-in-law, Sara and Ray Moore of Midland; daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and Kent Moore of Snyder; son, John Wesley Williams of Midland; two sisters, Charlotte Williams of Odessa and Dorothy Lesley of Peoria, Arizona; 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by 1 grandchild, Emmitt Ray Moore; 2 brothers, Pervis Williams and Sydney Williams; sister, Martha Williams; and parents, Tony and Priscilla Williams.Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,