John A. Williams, 82, passed away unexpectedly at his Monaca residence on February 10th, 2025. John was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Margaret (Hildebrand) Williams, his wife Virginia R. (Taylor) Williams, two infant brothers, James and Joseph, brothers, Albert, Gerard and Richard and sisters, Leona, Mary Lou, Dolores and Agnes. He is survived by his two sons, Scott (Laura) Williams and Brian Williams, twin daughters, Kathy (Matt) Kaiser and Karen Ferguson, two grandsons, Noah Williams and Jack Ferguson, two sisters, Dorothy and Margaret, a sister-in-law, Evelyn, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was born in West Aliquippa and was raised in Ambridge. John attended Ambridge Schools. His commitment to service was evident when he joined the U.S. Army, serving his country from 1964 until his honorable discharge in 1966.

John found his soulmate in Virginia R. (Taylor) Williams, affectionately known as Ginny. The couple was united in marriage on June 17, 1967, at Holy Innocence Catholic Church in the Sheridan section of Pittsburgh. Their honeymoon spot in Cedar Point, Ohio, remained a favorite family vacation destination. It held a special place in John’s heart for over 57 years.

John’s work ethic shone through in his career as a laborer at the former Horsehead Corp. (ZCA), where he retired after many years of dedicated service. He was a proud member of the United Steel Workers of America.

John was a devout member of Mary, Queen of Saints Parish and St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Monaca. He was also a member of the Monaca American Legion Post #580.

John had a zest for life and found great joy in spreading cheer as Santa Claus, a role he embraced with enthusiasm and warmth, much to the delight of his family.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 16th from 6-9 p.m. at Simpson Funeral and Cremation Services, 1119 Washington Avenue, Monaca, where parting prayers will be offered on Monday, February 17th at 9:30 a.m. A mass of Christian burial will follow at 10 a.m. at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1409 Pennsylvania Avenue, Monaca. Interment will follow with military honors at 11 a.m. by the Beaver County Special Unit at Sylvania Hills Memorial Park of Rochester.

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