DL Capt. James “Jim” Robert Williams

 

~ IN MEMORY ~

USAF veteran, DL Capt. James “Jim” Robert Williams

July 5, 1934 ~ April 18, 2023

 

As was noted in a recent issue of the AIR LINE PILOT magazine, the passing of retired Delta Air Lines pilot Captain James R. Williams, age 88.  Jim joined Delta Air Lines 07-25-1960 and was based Miami and Atlanta.  He is survived by his children and their families.  Obituary information can be found online at

https://www.harvey-engelhardt.com/tributes/James-Williams 

 

Tribute :

James Robert Williams “Jim” passed away on Tuesday April 18, 2023 in Fort Myers FL. Jim was born in Rockford IL on July 5, 1934. After graduating high school in Oregon IL he attended Utah State University where he played football. He then studied pre-law at the University of Illinois. In 1955 he completed pilot training in the United States Air Force and served in the Military Air Transport Service for four years. In 1957 he married his soul mate and love of his life, Ruth (Bond) Williams. Jim and Ruth enjoyed 51 years of marriage until her passing in 2008. In 1960 Jim began his 34 year career with Delta Airlines. Jim’s life was centered on his family, friends, and his Christian faith. He undertook many business ventures and community projects. He loved traveling, boating, fishing, camping, and reading.

 

 

Jim will be deeply missed by his children Wendy Williams, Scott Williams, Jeffery (Christine) Williams, Robert (Melissa) Williams; grandchildren Alicia (William) Cook, Amy (Christopher) Gould, Michael (Tiffany) Cook, Katie (Craig) Cook, Christina (Christopher) George, Kimberly Smith; thirteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.  Jim was preceded in death by his parents Lyle and Mary Williams; wife Ruth Williams; siblings Thomas Williams, Donold Williams, Richard Williams, Jack Williams, Kathy Franzen.