OBITUARY/Tribute
John Thomas “Big John” Williams
July 6, 1966 – November 11, 2022
John Thomas “Big John” Williams, 56, of Hudson, FL left this world peacefully surrounded by family and God’s presence at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point on Friday, November 11th, 2022. He was born July 6th, 1966, in Cuyahoga County, Lakewood, OH. John was preceded in death by his parents John Wayne and Beverly Kincaid Williams of Kinston, NC.
John is survived by his wife Lori Sheldon Williams and her two sons, Taylor – Hudson, FL, and Nicholas – Orlando, FL; his son “J.T.” John Jr. (and wife Kim) – Brandon, FL; his daughter Heather (and fiancé Jason) – Hudson, FL; his son Christian, and two daughters Hope and Christina – all of Fort Myers, FL; two siblings: Lori Gaskins (and husband Donnie) of Hugo, NC; Wayne Williams (and wife Cindy) of Kinston, NC; five grandchildren: Kaliee, Cheryl, Aurora, Luna, and Levi; two nieces and one nephew: Mandy, Ashley, and Chris; and a host of extended family, long-time friends, trainees, and competitors who love him and will miss him very much!
John led a life full of impressive accomplishments all of which he enthusiastically committed himself to 110% with all his heart. He was well known for his “give it all you got, never quit attitude” and it was this attribute that made him the excellent leader and mentor who inspired every life he touched. John attended Midland Trail High School of Hico, WV where his interests in Art and Sports, especially Football, cultivated his leadership abilities. After graduating high school, he continued his studies in Arts at the WVU Institute of Technology in Beckley, WV. Afterward, he followed his interest to serve his country by entering the United States Army. John was very proud to be a veteran who had served his country honorably for 4 years.
John’s travels overseas while in the Army encouraged his passionate interest in the Arts which included: Martial Arts which eventually led him to accomplish “Grand Master”; earned the title of Health/Wellness Holistic Nutritional Coach – aka personal trainer which complemented his love for Bodybuilding/Fitness; Painting which led him to become an outstanding Tattoo Artist… but most importantly a man who followed his driven passion for LIFE! One of the many great qualities about John was his love for his family and children. He was an inspiring and fun person to be around.
A visitation and Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, November 17th, 2022, from 2-5 pm at Dobies Funeral Home, 9944 Hudson Ave. Hudson, FL 34667.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested to please send Donations in Honor of John Thomas “Big John” Williams to the American Heart Association.
“Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God.” Isaiah 41:10
Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home - Hudson Chapel
Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home - Hudson Chapel
Vincent Stigall
November 17, 2022, 5:32 pm
My condolences go out to your family.
The Gaskins Family - Ronnie, Michelle, Justin, & Madison
November 17, 2022, 6:03 pm
The Gaskins Family would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family and friends who knew John and allowed him touch their lives. We all will miss him very much. In honor of him and his memories he made with you, We pray you pass on and share the love and encouragement he shared with you.
“Thank You God” for Big John♥️ He loved you God because he knew you blessed him. He used the talents you blessed him with to encourage himself and to encourage others. While on this earth in the flesh He learned, He was a provider, He served, He Lived to the fullest, He Loved… he created memories.… all as a Thank You to his creator.
AMEN! 🙏🏻
Job Well done “Big John”!
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“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” James 1:17
“Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; they will not serve before officials of low rank.” Proverbs 22:29
1 Corinthians 12:5-6
1 Peter 4:10-11
Exodus 31:3-5