Steven L. Williams

Steven L. Williams, 62, of Trivoli passed away at 11:11 pm Saturday, February 7, 2015 at his residence.  He was born on May 21, 1952 in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. to Edward Dean and Jo Ann (Courtwright) Williams.  Steven married Annette Weaver on April 19, 1980 in Peoria.  She survives along with his mother Jo Ann of Canton, 3 children; CPT Trevor (Kristine) Williams of Ft. Lewis, WA, SSG Joshua (Kimberly) Williams of Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. and Audrey ( Zachary) Wise of Glasford,  1 grandchild Troy Williams, and 2 sisters; Sharon (Paul) Doubet of Farmington, and Susann Bendrick of Overland Park, KS.  He was preceded in death by his father. Steven earned a bachelor's degree from Oregon State University in Construction Engineering.

Steven worked as the Director of Field Operations and Safety Director for P.J. Hoerr Inc. He was a member of Trivoli United Methodist Church.  Steve’s greatest passions in life were his family, friends and faith.  He was the best husband.  He was the most loving and proud father.  Steve’s faith and church family were a driving force in his life.  He was dedicated to his work.  He won numerous safety awards and helped save countless lives during his career.  He also had a love of nature. Fishing, hunting and camping were favorite outdoor activities.  He will always be remembered for his kindness, love and generosity to anyone he met.

Services will be 1 pm Thursday, February 12, 2015 at Murphy-Sedgwick Memorial Home in Canton with the Rev. Bob DeBolt officiating.  Visitation will be from 5-8 pm Wednesday, February 11^th at the Memorial Home.  Burial will follow in Trivoli Cemetery.  Memorials can be made to either his church or Don Bohlander Parkinson’s Fund RACERS.  Heartstohands.org. Mail to 2213 September Lane Pekin, IL. 61554

To view Steven’s DVD or make online condolences you can go to www.sedgwickfuneralhomes.com