Rex A. Williams Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Legacy of Life We give special thanks for his guidance and love and will cherish his memory. Our beloved Rex Anthony Williams was born on December 21, 1954 to Julia and David T. Williams, Sr. in Richmond, Virginia. On Tuesday, September 8, 2020, Rex followed God’s voice and laid down his burden. Rex was raised in Richmond where he accepted Christ at a young age. He graduated from Highland Springs High School in Henrico, Virginia. Rex enlisted in the United States Army on July 6, 1976 and was honorably discharged on July 5, 1979. On March 31, 1983, Rex and Vanessa J. Pollard united in holy matrimony in Richmond, Virginia. Their union was blessed with two daughters. Rex was employed with the Defense Depot in Richmond, Virginia as a Material Handler and retired after 33 years of dedicated service. In his leisure, he enjoyed bowling, playing pool and basketball, watching football, card games, as well as spending time with family and going to the casino. His spirit and physical presence will be sorely missed and remain in our hearts forever. He was preceded in death by his parents and mother-in-law, Edith P. Jackson. Rex leaves to cherish his memory beloved wife, Vanessa J. Williams, daughters, Angel N. Williams and Trenace A. Williams; siblings, LeVandreth A., David T. Jr. and Kimberly A. Williams; inlaws, Veronica N. Henderson (Reginald, Sr.), Anthony M. Pollard (Sheretta), devoted Gregory G. Pollard (Dorothy), Felecia Y. Redd ( Lloyd), and Antwan C. Jackson (Kierra); 3 aunts, devoted Gloria Parker (John, deceased); 2 uncles; a host of other relatives, including caring neighbor Doretha Davis; friend Jeffrey Seay, the Truth or Dare Bowling Team and the Saturday Night Card Crew.

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Rex A. Williams

December 21, 1954 - September 8, 2020