Alfred L. Williams Jr.

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Alfred Williams Obituary

Alfred L. Williams, Jr.

Alfred L. Williams, Jr., 85, passed away peacefully at his home in Topeka, KS, on Monday, January 11, 2016, with his family at his side.

Al was born September 16, 1930, in Nashville, TN, to Alfred L. Williams, Sr. and Annie G. (Greenlaw) Williams. Al graduated valedictorian of Montgomery Bell Academy, Class of 1948. He then attended Vanderbilt University, graduating cum laude in 1952 with Bachelors in economics and finance. He was president of the Phi Delta Theta fraternity at Vanderbilt and a member of Omicron Delta Kappa. Al also served in the US Navy. He moved to Topeka, KS, where he met and wed Martha I. (McFarland) Williams. Al had a very successful career as a stock broker enjoying his work with Oppenheimer & Co., Inc. until his passing. Al was a 36-year member of the Downtown Topeka Rotary Club, serving as Rotary President in 2006-2007. He also served on the Countryside UMC finance committee, Topeka Country Club Board of Directors and numerous other community boards.

Al was preceded in death by his parents and younger brother, John G. Williams of Nashville, TN.

He is survived by his wife, Martha; daughter, Kathleen Heit and husband David Heit; three step-children, Laurie McFarland Ritchie, Mark McFarland and wife Alexandra, and Scott McFarland and wife Leslie; 6 grandchildren, Joe Ritchie, Lindsay Muzzy, Kyle McFarland, Calvin and Lucas Heit, and Morgan Anne Heit; and 2 great-grandchildren, William and Elliot Muzzy.

Friends and family will remember Al fondly for his generosity, humor, spirit, and love of sports, especially golf. Al never met a stranger and all felt his warmth and kindness. He was the finest example of a southern gentleman.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 15, 2016, at Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka. A funeral ceremony will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2016, at Countryside United Methodist Church, 3221 SW Burlingame Rd, Topeka, KS 66611. Burial will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery, Topeka, and then a memorial reception for friends and family at Topeka Country Club, 2700 SW Buchanan St., Topeka, KS 66611.

Memorial contributions may be made to Countryside United Methodist Church or Topeka Rescue Mission, PO Box 8350, Topeka, KS 66608.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jan. 13, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Alfred Williams

9 Entries

Carole Miskowicz

January 31, 2016

Sending heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family. We were fortunate to meet your dad and will always remember him as a fine gentleman.

Tom & Carole Miskowicz

Patty& Paul Nitcher

January 20, 2016

So sorry for your loss . Remembering all the times our son Bryan spent at your home. Patty & Paul Nitcher

January 14, 2016

Our hearts and thoughts are with you. We so enjoyed meeting your father and will always remember his gracious hospitality.
In sympathy and love, Bob and Mary Franch

January 14, 2016

A new star is shinning brightly in the heavens...Al has left a huge void here on earth but he will now light up the sky with his love for all he knew..especially Martha and Kaki...May you know he will always be with you ...We have wonderful memories of him...He was one in a million....Love to all...Jacque & Jim

Lou Probasco

January 14, 2016

Martha and Kathleen:

Al was a great man and will be missed. I watched him as he mentored you, Kathleen in business but recall how proud he was of you in Hawaii catching waves. What a privilege he had to work with you in Topeka. I know you will put your arms of protection and love around your mom as she has lost part of herself. I appreciated his help and support as well. All of you are in my heart and prayers, Lou

Shari Waters

January 13, 2016

Martha and Kathleen-- I will always remember Al at all of our THS swim meets ...forever in support of his daughter! Also- the spaghetti meals before some meets. Wonderful man, terrific Dad!

Gretchen schmitz

January 13, 2016

Kaki and Martha, I wish I could give you a huge hug right now. I am so very sorry for your loss. Al was such an amazing dude. Much love, Gretchen Ploehn

January 13, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss.....thinking of you.
Bill and JoAnn Bunten

David France

January 13, 2016

He was an incredible guy, and will be incredibly missed and never forgotten. He was a gracious southern gentleman.

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