OBITUARY
WOODROW WILLIAMS, JR.
Sunrise: August 15, 1947
Sunset: September 1, 2020
Woodrow Williams, Jr. was born on August 15, 1947 in Harlem, NY at Sydenham Hospital to the late Marian and Woodrow Williams, Sr. He lived in Harlem until the age of 11 when his family moved to Brooklyn, NY. Woodrow Jr. was affectionately known as Sonny Boy and later, Sonny.
Sonny attended George Westinghouse High School in Brooklyn and after graduating worked as a Mailroom Clerk at the CBS Studios in New York City.
He met Maggie McCrae and together they had two daughters. In January 1981, he married Marlene Brown and from their union they had one daughter.
Always willing to give a helping hand, Sonny assisted senior citizens for many years in the Wycoff Projects in Brooklyn. He also worked at various bodegas in downtown Brooklyn for many years.
When Sonny became ill, he resided on Staten Island, NY at the Vanderbilt Nursing Home until he was called home on September 1, 2020.
Sonny leaves to mourn his three daughters, Tiesha Williams, Octavia Williams, and Tiffany Williams; seven siblings: sisters, Madeline Brown, Pamela Morman, Dawn Bennett, Marla Williams, Leah Williams, and brothers, Brian Williams and Anthony Williams; nine grandchildren: Jahsiah, Jahniah, Kelis, Kaylah, Christopher, Destiney, Sarai, Semaj, and Elijah; six great-grandchildren: Jahsiah, Jr., Myra, Kashdyn, Chloe, Jamir, and Journee; numerous nieces, nephews; extended family and many friends.
He is now with his parents and siblings: Marian and Woodrow; brothers, Darryl, Douglas, and Allen; and sisters, Deborah and Arlene.
Service
Viewing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Tuesday, September 8, 2020
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Viewing
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
Tuesday, September 8, 20206:00pm - 8:00pm
Service
Cherubini McInerney Funeral Home
1289 Forest Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10302
September 8, 20207:00pm - 8:00pm
Private Cremation
Liberty Grove Memorial Gardens
Old Bridge, New Jersey
Jackie Davis says
To my Brother and bestfriend I will miss u all so much may you RIP
Richard T. Howze says
I’m sorry for the loss of Woodrow Williams affectionately my brother in law Sonny. Sonny will be missed and loved always.
Bishop Richard T. Howze
Valerie Montgomery says
To the Williams Family. I’ve known Sonny for as long as I’ve known Pam an thats been 47 years. He would always joke with me by telling me to ” come over here and give me a kiss. I would respond Sonny you’re like a brother to me. He would say you ain’t my sister. Well, that was Sonny may he Rest in Eternal Peace. You will never be forgotten
Arnold(Artie) Morman says
To my brother-in law whom I shared many adventures with “back in the day”. I pray your spirit is forevermore with the Lord. Peace and joy “Uncle Sonny”.
Valerie Massey says
My condolences To my niece Tiffany and all of her children. And to all the Williams Family.
Ronny Massey says
Sorry to hear about you dad’s passing Tiffany. Sonny was a good man.
Delores King-Taylor says
My deepest condolences to you Tiffany and the Williams family. I am praying God’s strength
for you ALL in such a difficult time. I love you Tif! May your dad continue to SIP!
Donna Ashley & Darryl Evans says
My condolences for the family’s loss.
Shanette Brown says
To Leah.. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Brother. I am sending my heartfelt condolences to you and the entire Williams family. May God bless, comfort and strengthen you all at this time.
Rhonda says
My condolences to the family&friends. My Uncle Sonny, We will always remember you, and love you. Sonny did & took care of many he was loved and cherished by the Preston Family. First& For most, Aunt Brenda Preston,Betty Wellington, who proceedings him in death. His spirit was unimaginable. He also has a Stepdaughter& 2 stepsons Darlene Preston’ Darren Preston& Darnell Preston. & host of many more nieces& nephews family members to marry to name. The Lord Knew Woodrow Williams heart. He called him home for a reason. One we shall not question? He dwells in the house of the lord. God Forever Bless You Uncle Sonny. RIP. ON BEHALF OF THE PRESTON FAMILY WE LOVE YOU& NEVER WILL WE Foget you.