Lance Mitchell Williams

July 30, 1980 - October 15, 2022
Lance Mitchell Williams

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Lance Mitchell Williams, age 42, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022,  after a long, brave battle with addiction. He is survived by his son, Riley (Ri-Bug) Williams and Riley’s mother Mary Rhodes as well as his daughter, Marissa (Shaye) Williams. He is also survived by his parents, Mark and Betsy (Householder) Williams, a brother Ryan (Crystal) Williams, a sister, Tara (Bryan) Gallagher, and a brother, Dustin (Amy Sherwood) Williams. Additionally, he is survived by a nephew, Henry Williams and nieces, Evey Williams and Lydia Williams. And finally, his long-time best friend, Trevor Robinson.

 Lance is not to be defined by his addiction or his mistakes. He was so much more than that. He was a vibrant, funny kid from the country who had a passion for playing sports and riding his bike. Lance always had an ornery, infectious sense of humor that would dominate a gathering, one usually of his immediate family who he absolutely cherished and adored. He was fanatical about the Philadelphia Eagles and loved nothing more than a day spent watching his ‘Birds’.  Early in life, Lance developed an appreciation for fishing and still found a day by a body of water with a rod and a reel the most relaxing. He loved watching Jeopardy, birdwatching, building a blazing bonfire, boasting about his amazing kids, cooking up the world’s best batch of chili, and a great massage. And despite his decades long battle with his demons, he was forever the optimist. Perhaps this was because of the hope Lance always carried regarding God’s promise found at Revelation 21:3, 4. Those of us who share the same faith, look longingly forward to the day we will hold Lance again. Lance made new, mentally and physically, free from the inner turmoil that consumed him. This was our Lance. He is not just a statistic or “another one gone too soon”. He was our dad, our son, our brother, our uncle, and our friend. He was a gift that has been lost. He was a light in our lives, now dimmer. But both we and Lance maintain a bright future and we know he will be waiting for us there…. just around the corner.

In keeping with Lance’s wishes, no funeral service will be observed.  Care Funeral & Cremation Specialists- Martin Chapel, in Calcutta were entrusted with arrangements. 

 

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  • October 18, 2022
    Lori Hilliard says:
    Sending our deepest sympathy to all of you. He was a very good friend to Mike. We hadn’t seen him much the last few years but always thought about him . Rest easy Lance. You will be missed.

  • October 18, 2022
    Tina Tennant says:
    My heart aches when i heard about Lance. Lance was like a second son to me. He was my son's best bud. Lance spent a lot of time at my house as they both were growing up. He was very funny and had a very big heart. Til I see you again my adopted son. Your with Aaron again.

  • October 17, 2022
    Rita McCauley says:
    I am blessed that I got to know him. RIP Lance. He will forever be missed by everyone who knew him and loved him.

  • October 17, 2022
    Billie stoica says:
    Mark and betsy so very sorry for the loss of your son ! You are in my prayers !

  • October 17, 2022
    Philip Faulkner says:
    I love you all and you're in my prayers. Lance was a beautiful person.