Ezell Williams

Oct 13, 1954 -

Sep 30, 2025

Born to Sallie and Willie Williams on Oct. 13, 1954, in Fort Mill, S.C., Ezell graduated from South Carolina State University and entered the U.S. Army, honorably discharged at the rank of Captain in 1987. In 1989, Ezell was ordained by Dr. Carl Johnson, then Pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, and entered full-time ministry as pastor of the newly launched Greater Faith Christian Mission from 1989-1999. When Greater Faith merged with Parkside Church, Ezell served as an Assistant Pastor until 2003.

For the past 20-plus years, Ezell was employed by Alaska Industrial Hardware. His employer's letter of condolence beautifully describes the Ezell so many people knew, respected and loved: "Ezell was a cherished member of the AIH family for nearly 20 years... His presence left a lasting impression on all of us - not only through his dedication and perseverance but also through the quiet strength of his faith, which he expressed through kindness, patience and genuine care for others... His resilience was matched only by his remarkable creativity and artistic talent, which brought light and inspiration to many of us."

Ezell is survived by his wife, Robyn; son, Ezell Frankie Williams (Jasmine); son, Justin; granddaughter, Diana; and grandson, Julian Williams of Anchorage, Alaska; sisters, Alberta Barnett of Charlotte, N.C., Margaret Caldwell (James) of Rock Hill, S.C., and Darlene Williams of Columbia, S.C.; brothers, Willie Williams Jr. (Anita) of Upper Marlboro, Md., Samuel Williams of Fort Mill, Andre Douglas (Adrienne) of Little Elm, Texas, and Max Williams (Florence) of Rock Hill; and a host of nieces, nephews and dear friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, at 1 p.m., at Kingdom Life Church, 1301 W. 100th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99515. Dr. Kim Patterson, Senior Pastor, officiating. Condolences or expressions of comfort may be sent to the Williams family at robynw005@gmail.com.

We humbly thank God for the many who labored in prayer, time and generous support for the family during Ezell's extended illness.