Bob Williamson 1928-2022
Robert LeRoy “Bob” Williamson, 94, of Holton, formerly of Netawaka, passed away Thursday, June 30, 2022, at The Pines.
He was born Feb. 8, 1928, in Grantville, the son of Everette and Nona (Townsend) Williamson.
Bob attended Grantville Grade School and graduated from Turner High School (Kansas City) in 1946. He attended Finley Engineering College in Kansas City, earning his associate’s degree. After graduation, he proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II, honorably discharged as a sergeant.
He lived in the Basehor community for 20 years and settled in Netawaka. Bob was a farmer and stockman. He also worked for Eldridge Construction in Kansas City as a general superintendent. He enjoyed fishing and wood furniture building.
He attended Evangel United Methodist Church in Holton and Netawaka United Methodist Church.
Bob married Carol Joy Clark on June 11, 1950, at Grinter Heights in Kansas City. She preceded him in death on May 6, 2007, after 56 years of marriage. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Everette and Nona Williamson; a sister, Jessie Mildred Williamson; and a brother, Everette Williamson Jr.
Survivors include his children, Patricia L. Sorensen (Gary) of Holton, Jerry W. Williamson (Sharon) of Tonganoxie, Nanette Williamson of Holton and Lonnie R. Williamson (Kathy) of Conifer, Colo.; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 5 at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow in Buster Cemetery at Oskaloosa. Family will greet friends from 10 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Bob will lie in state from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, July 3.
Memorials may be given to the Onaga Hospital, sent in care of Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com
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