Robert Henison Williams, Jr. of Houston, Texas passed away Sunday, February 23, 2020. Though his passing was unexpected, his family was able to be present and lovingly support him in his final hours.
Rob was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 29, 1958, eldest son of Suzanne C. Williams and Robert H. Williams.
Robert is preceded in death by his mother Suzanne C. Williams.
He is survived by his father Robert Williams Sr., siblings Holly Shafer, Garrett and Keith Williams, nephews Jonathan Shafer, Tyler and Jesse Williams, and niece Elizabeth Gardner.
Rob's family moved to Houston in 1965 where he grew up. He was a graduate of Westchester High School in Houston, class of 1976, where he was active in band. An accomplished clarinetist, he made the UIL State band his junior and senior years.
He went on to graduate from The University of Texas at Austin in 1981 with a BBA in accounting. As an accountant and CPA, his career took him to Austin, San Antonio, and eventually back to Houston. His interests included researching genealogy, playing guitar and cycling.
Rob spent the last eight years providing loving care for his father.
A graveside service was held on Friday, February 28 at 11 AM at Memorial Oaks Cemetery.
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