Kenneth Lee Williams, of National City “Sand Lake”, formerly a 43 year resident of Flint, passed away at McLaren Hospital in Flint on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, age 73 years. Ken was born in Flint on May 28, 1950, and raised by Arden J. and Betty Jane (Farrand) Williams. He attended Hamady High School in Flint and the from 1968 to 1971, Ken proudly served our country during the Vietnam Era with the United States Army, specializing as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. During his working career, Ken was employed within the Tool Maintenance division at Cooper Standard “ITT” for 18 years, retiring in 2012. Automobile racing was a devout passion in Ken’s life. Ever since his younger years, Ken loved building race cars! He was an avid NASCAR fan… “Go Tony Stewart #20!” But most importantly, Ken absolutely treasured watching his son, Luke, and his grandson, Bradley, race in the #24 car at the Whittemore Speedway. Ken’s lasting memory will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved him dearly. Ken is survived by his wife and best friend, Lillie Ann (Cissell) Williams, to whom he married on July 22, 1972. Together the couple shared 51 beautiful years of marriage! Ken is also survived by his beloved children, Luke (Colleen) Williams of Oscoda, Shelaina (Paul) McClaine of East Tawas, Mistie (Richard) Tuttle of East Tawas, and Lee Ann Williams of National City; his loving mother, Betty Williams of National City; adored grand children, Bradley “Boof”, Shay, Lindsey, Kendra, Kage, Amaya, Dreyton, Jhonas, Tyler, EmaLee, Aleigha, and Aleeonna; great grandchildren, Henry Post IV, Houston Sytek, Kyla Evans, and Mila Evans; siblings, Roger (Cindy) Williams of Owosso, Dennis (Judy) Williams of Flint, Dale Williams of Flint, brother-in-law, Mike Coward of Millington, Cheryl Williams of Flint, and Lynda Williams of Flushing; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Ken is preceded in death by his father, Arden “Art” Williams, son, Kenneth Ray Williams, sister-in-law, Sharon Coward, Sally Evans and special friends, Kent Swartz and Todd Stern. Per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date to be announced. He will be laid to rest in the Pioneer Cemetery. An online guest registry is available to leave a message of love and support for Ken’s family at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com.
