Oran Williams, Jr., 58, of Etoile, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2009 at his home. He was born October 10, 1950 in Center to Oran Williams and Lela Phillips Williams. Oran was a member of the Sam Samford Masonic Lodge #149, and served in the 101st Airborne division of the Army during Vietnam from 1967 - 1972. He graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in engineering, and was of the Baptist faith.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm, to 8:00 pm, Sunday, August 30, 2009 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, August 31, 2009 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Rev. Greg Megill and Bro. Pat Windham officiating. Graveside services will follow at Sardis Cemetery under the direction of the VFW Post #8904.

He is survived by:

Daughter, Tina Williams of Tucson, Arizona

Son, Oran Williams, III or Panama City Beach, Florida

Grandchildren:
Oran Williams IV and Colton Williams

Sisters:
Evelyn Green & husband Jim of Center
Jeannie Joiner & husband Eddie of Lufkin
Barbara Ellis & husband Billy of Burleson

Brothers:
Rick Wiggington of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Jerry Maynard & wife Mary of Burleson
Memorials can be made in Mr. Williams' name to Hospice in the Pines, 116 S. Raguet, Lufkin, Texas 75904, or the the First United Methodist Church, 211 Porter Street, Center, Texas 75935.