Rest in Peace: The Rev. Robert L. Williams

The Reverend Robert L. Williams, a beloved servant of God, devoted family man, passionate traveler, and accomplished musician, passed away on March 5, 2025, at Providence Saint Peter’s Hospital in Olympia, Washington. Born on June 30, 1936, in Findlay, Ohio, Reverend Williams proudly served in the United States Army, playing the French horn in the military band.
During his service, he met and married the love of his life, Daphne B. Grint, in Lowestoft, England, with whom he shared a remarkable 68-year marriage. Together, they raised five cherished children while traveling through Europe, the United States, and Canada. Reverend Williams is survived and will be missed by his devoted children—Karen, Michelle (Marion), Andrew (Julie), Patrick (Susan), and Celia—as well as fourteen treasured grandchildren and eleven beloved great-grandchildren.
Following a distinguished 22-year career in the United States Army, Reverend Williams was ordained and dedicated himself to serving the Lord for forty-eight years in Washington and California. He found profound purpose in ministering to the needy, including prison inmates, shut-ins, and hospital patients.
In addition to his loving wife Daphne, Reverend Williams will be deeply missed by his grandchildren—Jason (Nicole), Devon (Connor), Rachel (Jeff), Orin, Nathan, Joshua (Aubrie), Kaitlyn (Kyle), Korey, Claire (Daniel), and Shane—as well as his eleven great-grandchildren. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and compassion and will be deeply missed by all who know him, including his brother- and sister-in-law, John and Barbara Grint, of Lowestoft, England.
His family would like to thank the staff of Providence Saint Peter’s Hospital, Olympia, Washington for their kindness, compassion, and dedication to service. They also wish to thank Bishop LaBelle and Pastor Echols, both of the Episcopal Church, The Diocese of Olympia and Bishop Tom Nelson, Olympia 1st Ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Instead of flowers please consider making a donation to Cure Alzheimer’s or Alzheimer’s Association. Our family is deeply grateful for your generosity.

Burial Office and Commendation will be held at St. Benedict Episcopal Church, March 26, 2025 at 11:00 am, followed by a reception in the Fellowship Hall.

Committal and Internment will be at Woodlawn Funeral Home Cemetary at 2:00 pm.