The family of Roger Irving Williams of Largo, Florida is saddened to announce his passing on October 30, 2025, at the age of 89. He passed away peacefully at Suncoast Hospice Care Center in Pinellas Park, Fl. Roger was born on October 29, 1936, in Magnolia, New Jersey. His Parents were William and Irene Williams. Roger spent many years working for Mister Softee in Runnemede, New Jersey as a mechanic. He moved to Largo, Florida in 1980 and worked for Babcock construction. Roger also worked at Tampa Bay auto auction. He worked at the Phillies spring training field up to the age of 88. He loved to hunt deer, fish, flea markets, car shows, puzzles, gardening and being with his family and friends. Roger was a true Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies fan. He enjoyed Nascar & wrestling. He has one daughter Deanna Williams Eleanor Hunt and four stepsons Joseph Drach, Richard Drach and David Drach. Roger is blessed to have Many Nieces + great, nephews + great. His local grandchildren are Melissa Gross, Erin Hunt and great grandson Clayton. Roger has many grandchildren and great grandchildren out of state. He is survived by former wife and lifelong friend Sandra Cocker, Deanna Hunt, Joseph Drach, Richard Drach, David Drach, Melissa Gross, Erin Hunt and Clayton. He would be the first to tell you how much he loved his family and the great memories he kept close to his heart. A part of him will always be with us in spirit and in thought. There will be a celebration of Life service on November 22, 2025, from 10:00am to 1:00p.m. at Eldorado Village mobile home park (2505 East Bay Drive. Largo, Fl) clubhouse. His final celebration of life will be held in New Jersey with family and friends later. In lieu of flowers please donate to the following charities, St. Judes children’s hospital, Tunnel to towers foundation, Hospice Care centers (Suncoast), Animal charities or a charity of your choice.
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So sorry for your loss!
I was fortunate enough to have met him …..even if It wasn’t a long time…but long enough to have been able to experience his love for not only his family but also his Love ❤️ for the Philadelphia Eagles 🦅…. I spent the last 4games with him and his daughter it was fantastic seeing how much he loved both!!
May God be with you my dear friend Deanna
Deanna so sorry for your loss. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers
Love,
Joy
Dad, I am sad that you are no longer physically with us and I will miss you more than you will ever know. I have always dreaded this time in life as it is truly is a missing piece that will not be filled until we meet again. I wasn’t ready but I know you were. You lived a fulfilled life and touched so many lives. You will always be remembered, I promise. I know you have been reunited with those whom you have missed for so long. I know they welcomed you with open arms. I have received signs that you made it to your heavenly home. I hope it’s all you dreamed of and more. Life won’t be the same without you and I know it will be hard. I will keep your memory alive and embrace the spirit of your presence. I will always remember our memories and special places. I explained to Clayton that you were away helping Jesus build houses. He will grow up knowing how much his Pop Pop loved him. I love you so very much Dad. Until we meet again. Love, Your Daughter Deanna.
On October 30, 2025 I lost my best friend we met while working at the missing links golf course in Largo from there. We kept our friendship going as we work together for the Phillies spring training during the Covid. Roger and I did more than 100 jigsaw puzzles on his patio. I will miss him dearly.
We’ll always remember the fun times , all the family picnics barbecues time at the lake… Skeet.Shooting.. And working/rebuilding the old ford pickup truck… Rest in peace.Look over , mom and dee
My Uncle Roger a great friend and we are blessed to have him in our lives! Many thanks to his daughter Deanna for taking such great care of him! He is sorely missed, till we meet again! All our love!