William J. "Bill" Williams

Boonville - William J. Williams, 85, of Pines Road, passed away in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, following a battle with ALS.

Affectionately known as Bill, he was born on October 25, 1941 in Rome, a son of Chauncey B. and Anna E. Cannon Williams. He spent his youth in Rome, and was a graduate of Rome Free Academy. On June 24, 1961 Bill was united in marriage with Karen Rocker. Together they had two sons Robert and Daniel. Later the couple were divorced.

For several years, Bill was employed in the heating plant at the Rome Developmental Center. He eventually took a job at SUNY Cortland, where he again ran the heating plant for the college retiring at maintenance supervisor. On November 24, 1997, Bill was united in marriage with Deborah Johnson in Homer, NY. Following retirement in 2002, the couple moved to Hawkinsville where they have since lived. Mrs. Williams passed away on October 5, 2022.

Bill was an avid golfer, and enjoyed the time he spent with family and friends at Woodgate Pines Golf Course, Boonville. He was a former member of the Homer Elks Lodge.

He is survived by his sons: Robert M. Williams, Mexico, NY, and Daniel (Donna) Willaims, Boonville, step-daughters: Lucille Johnson, Boonville and Nicole Augustine, Groton, NY. He is also survived by grandchildren: Erik, Rhae, Lucas and Lacey, step-grandchildren: Zachary and Nathan, several great-grandchildren, and his companion Betty LaQuay.

In keeping with Bill’s wishes there will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held in the Spring at Boonville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Boonville Fire Co., P.O. Box #164, Boonville, NY 13309. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville, where online messages of sympathy may be placed at www.trainorfuneralhome.com.