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Bart Williams

July 24, 1961 — February 23, 2025

Bart E. Williams, 63, of Lima, Ohio passed away suddenly Sunday February 23, 2025 at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center. He was born July 24, 1961 and was the son of Peggy (Hawk) Williams of Rockford, Ohio and the late Benny G. Williams.

Bart worked for the Ohio prison system and retired as a Lieutenant from the Oakwood Correctional Facility. After retirement, Bart was able to spend time enjoying his favorite hobbies. Bart worked as a door man at the Eagles in Lima. He loved playing Euchre, and he faithfully spent every Saturday visiting with his brother Thadd. Often Bart's mom, Peg, and other brother, Scott, were able to join the Saturday morning visits as well.

Surviving are Bart's wife, Kimberly Skivers Williams of Lima; mother, Peggy Hawk Williams of Rockford; two brothers, Scott (Brenda) Williams and Thadd (Gloria) Williams all of Rockford; one niece; five nephews; eight great nieces; and one great nephew.

Bart was preceded in death by his father, Benny G. Williams; and his grandparents, John and Mabel Williams, and Rex and Ethel Hawk.

In keeping with Bart's wishes, he will be cremated.

The family is hosting a gathering from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm, Friday, February 28, 2025 at the Rockford United Methodist Church, 202 South Franklin Street, Rockford, Ohio 45882. A meal will be provided. This will be a time of fellowship and for friends to share fond memories with Bart's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.ketchamripley.com

Services have been entrusted to Ketcham Ripley Funeral Home, 111 W. First Street, Rockford, Ohio 45882.

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