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Lewis A. “Doc” Williams

Date of Death: August 1, 2017

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Thursday 8/3, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Friday 8/4, 11:00 am

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Cemetery
Location Not Available
Friday 8/4

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Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, VA 22601 or St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, 3623 Back Mountain Road, Winchester, VA 22602

Lewis A. “Doc” Williams, 79, of Frederick County, Virginia passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 1, 2017.

Lewis was born in 1938 in Mt. Williams, Virginia, the son of the late Noel and Beulah Williams. He was a graduate of James Wood High School, Class of 1956 and a veteran of the United States Army achieving the rank of SP-4 and was awarded the Sharpshooter award. Doc was manager at Acme Supermarket from where he retired after 30 years of service. He also worked at Crown, Cork & Seal, Advance Auto Parts, Rental Depot, and Kraft Foods. Doc was a jack-of-all trades who enjoyed being outdoors and helping others. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Frederick County, Virginia.

His wife, Shirley Snapp Williams, whom he married on November 9, 1956 in Frederick County, Virginia preceded him in death in 1995.

Surviving is a son, Rickie A. Williams (Donna) of Clear Brook, Virginia; daughters, Carol D. Ritenour (Cois) of Winchester, Virginia and Christine D. Williams (Jake Watts) of Winchester, Virginia; grandchildren, Amanda M. Ritenour of Winchester, Virginia and Benjamin C. Williams of Clear Brook, Virginia; and brother, Alfred M. Williams of Winchester, Virginia.

Along with his parents and wife, Doc was preceded in death by brothers, William Harding and Earl C. Williams.

The family will receive friends from 6 pm to 8 pm on Thursday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.

A funeral service will be conducted at 11 am on Friday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Reverend Sonya Williams-Giersch and Dave Owings officiating. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Doc may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601 or St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, 3623 Back Mountain Road, Winchester, Virginia 22602.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Thursday 8/3, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Friday 8/4, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Location Not Available
Friday 8/4
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, VA 22601 or St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, 3623 Back Mountain Road, Winchester, VA 22602

Lewis A. “Doc” Williams, 79, of Frederick County, Virginia passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 1, 2017. Lewis was born in 1938 in Mt. Williams, Virginia, the son of the late Noel and Beulah Williams. He was a graduate of James Wood High School, Class of 1956 and a veteran of the United States ArmyContinue Reading

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Geraldine Weaver left a message on February 14, 2018:
What a wonderful man and we had some good times together. I will always treasure his laughter, and lots of help to me thru out the years. He always had a smile in his voice when he talked. You all did wonderful with the video and know that he would be proud of this. He will be with us forever in spirit and mind. A friend, Jerry.
Bettyann Journell left a message on August 5, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss. I was so glad for the hug and love I received from you. You have always been so very special to me, I was pleased to know your Dad. Wes always thought he was special. Please keep in touch. Much love. Betty J.
Debbie Triplett left a message on August 4, 2017:
What a wonderful human being...always, always a kind smile on his face and a hug wherever I'd see him. What treasures stories he shared or growing up in the country and childhood memories with my Daddy as his friend. I will never forget this man. Heaven gained a good soul. Prayers to the family.
Judy Clowser Yancey left a message on August 3, 2017:
Sincere sympathies to family and friends. (Doc) was a good man, and will be missed by many.
Cindy Georg left a message on August 3, 2017:
Uncle Lewis was so kind and special to us. We will miss him very much. Love,Lee, Cindy, and Christian
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Jerry(Butch) Triplett left a message on August 2, 2017:
I'm saddened and somewhat shocked to read where "Doc" passed away. I try to get back to Winchester at least once a year and visit St.John's Church when there and I always look forward to seeing "Doc" at church as he has attended there since I was but a young lad. My condolences to the family and I will miss his smile and warm greetings.
Leanne Wilkins left a message on August 2, 2017:
Doc was a wonderful neighbor that will be truely missed. My condolences goes out to the family and you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leanne Wilkins left a message on August 2, 2017:
Doc was a wonderful neighbor that will be truely missed. My condolences goes out to the family and you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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