Jack was born in Roanoke, Alabama to Leonard Clarence and Emily Adeline (née Wilder) Williams on May 14, 1933. He passed away at his home in Sugar Land, Texas on June 23, 2023.
Jack was very proud of his Naval service. He joined the Navy in 1954, became a Naval Air Pilot and instructor (ending up in Texas), and his final rank was Commander.
Jack graduated from The University of Texas Dental School in 1964. In later years, he taught pharmacology there at dental school on his day off. He became a well-known dentist in the Sharpstown area, where he practiced dentistry for 47 years. He loved his patients and would always take the extra time to visit with them.
Jack is survived by his wife of 49 years, May Belle; his daughters Kim Birtcher (Tim), Kelle Mills (Bruce), and Kyla Crumbly. He is predeceased by his son, Kraig. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Shawn Christopher, Phillip Birtcher, Jackie Mills, Dakota Mills (Kassy), and Misty Whitenton (Joe); his great-grandson, Thomas Arthur Whitenton; his step-sons Jim Boldt (Cheryl) and Dan Boldt (Peggy); plus grandchildren Jenna Charlton (children James and Trenton), Jordan Waldrip (Tommy and their children Brooks and Truett), Blake Boldt (Ashley and their children Lana, Cade, and Ava), and Kara Minarcik (Jeff and their children Brooklyn and Brody), Kari Eschmann (her children Robbie Eschmann and his wife, Sarah, and son, Layton; and Riley Eschmann). He was very close to a special niece, Martha K. Williams and nephew, Graham Johnson.
Jack had a servant’s heart. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, where he served in many leadership roles (President of the Adelphi Class, President of the Adult Bible Hour Sunday School, Chairman of the Board). He was also active in the EAA 744, where he served as President and enjoyed helping with the Young Eagles flight days. He was also very active in the Exchange Club of Sugar Land until his illness prevented his participation. He was also very proud of his membership in the Sons of the American Revolution.
Jack and May greatly appreciated the support and care given to them during Jack’s illness. Thank you to all of his Exchange Club friends and neighbors who visited often with goodies and watermelon. Thank you, too, to the hospice and many great caregivers.
Jack’s services will be on Tuesday, July 11:
• 9–9:45 AM visitation & 10 –10:30 AM graveside (Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home & Cemetery, 12800 Westheimer, Houston, 77077)
• 11 AM Celebration of Jack’s Life (Chapel at the First United Methodist Church Westchase Campus, 10570 Westpark Drive, Houston 77042).
Pallbearers will be Shawn Christopher, Phillip Birtcher, Dakota Mills, Joe Whitenton, Blake Boldt, and Jeff Minarcik.
Honorary Pallbearers will be the members of the Exchange Club of Sugar Land, Jackie Mills, Tommy Waldrip, Tim Birtcher, Bruce Mills, Jim Boldt, Dan Boldt, Dr. Tom Pearson, Dr. Don Morgan, and Mike Smith.
In lieu of flowers, consider making a donation to the Exchange Club of Sugar Land (https://www.ecsl.org/) or the First United Methodist Church of Houston (https://www.fmhouston.com/give/).