He was a longtime Pastor of United Pentecostal Church in Monticello.
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Diann Moore Williams of Monticello; one son, Jason Williams of McGehee; one daughter, Sharonda Williams Thompson and husband Rodney of Monticello; one brother, Don Williams and wife Peggy of Moss Point, MS; three sisters, Brenda Fedrick of Philadelphia, MS, LeAnna Linkins and husband Bryan of Laurel, MS and Kandice Williams of Philadelphia, MS; one grandson, Andrew Williams of McGehee; three granddaughters, Hannah VanDuren and husband Chris and Emily Thompson both of Monticello and Reagan Williams of McGehee; two great-grandchildren, Gage and Remington VanDuren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at United Pentecostal Church with burial to follow in Oakland Cemetery. Visitation 5:00-9:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at United Pentecostal Church, 1115 Hwy. 278 West, Monticello, AR. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(14)
Andy Briant
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 21, 2017 Sorry to hear of Bro Rex's passing. I thought he was a great man of God and I always enjoyed visiting with him whenever our paths met. Sincerest condolences to his family.Bro and sis Jack hill
Monticello, AR Thursday, October 19, 2017 What a sweet man of god every time we saw u uptown u always greeted us with bro and sis hill a d always had a smile on ur face along with that.sweet wife of oursDonny King
, LA Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Dianne. So sorry to hear about Rex. I will always have fond memories of your wedding, sunday school class, his preaching on the radio station in Carthage, and my trek to see you two several years ago. Still have the carving he made for my wife and I. God gave you two 46 tremendous years, children and grandchildren and most of all eternal life. He will be missed but we will see him again. Love you .Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Brother Rex's passing heralds a new beginning for him as well as those loved ones he left behind. I pray that his family can hold the sweet memories of him in their hearts forever. He led an exemplary life and was much beloved by his Church, family and friends. RIP Bro. Rex..Anita L Everett
Fountain hill, AR Tuesday, October 17, 2017 An awesome man of God he will be truly missed but he's with the angels singing in that heavenly choir.Clara Cater
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Sis. Williams I`m so sorry about Bro. Williams, I'm here if you need me. I love you.stacey lockett
warren, AR Tuesday, October 17, 2017 so sorry to hear that your spouse and dad passed away. prayers are with the family from the senior care staff at BCMC.Tony & Debbie Bennett
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 17, 2017 We are so sorry to hear of Bro Williams passing. Tony and i loved him very much! he was a wonderful person! We are praying for the whole Family. Much love to you all!!!!Sherry O'Neill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 17, 2017 I am so sorry to hear of Brother Williams passing, I know he will be missed terribly. I am so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his loving arms around all of you & give you comfort, peace, & blessings.Beverly Hood
Monticello, AR Monday, October 16, 2017 Prayers for you and your family.Steve and Susan Kimbrell
Harrison, AR Monday, October 16, 2017 Our loss is heaven's gain. What a tremendous loss on our part. We are praying for all of you.Chasity Carter
Monticello, AR Monday, October 16, 2017 There is so much love in my heart for this man. You will surely be missed.Harry & Peggy Densmore
Star City, AR Monday, October 16, 2017 Our hearts are praying for the family.We've known the Williams family for many years. We will miss a great man of God. Bless all of you in the days to come.
Wanda Morphis
Star City, AR Monday, October 16, 2017 I am so sorry for your loss. I know Bro. Williams was a man of God. I have enjoyed talking to him many times and he always make me feel loved. You will all feel blessed know he is in a better place sitting in the presence of Jesus. Love you all.