George T. Williams

May 11, 1932 - November 20, 2018

Decorated Korean War Hero George Williams of North Haven CT died peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 20, after a brief battle with cancer. Born May 11, 1932 to the late Frederick and Mary Kent Williams of Shepherd Street, New Haven, George served for 30 years as a New Haven Firefighter, and for over 25 years as custodian for the North Haven Town Hall. George was loved by many for his great sense of humor, and his dedication to his work and his family. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Judith Halpin Williams, and his three children, Rev. George Williams, SJ of San Francisco, CA, Laura Williams of Fort Myers, FL and Karyn Holcomb of Cheshire. They are the children of his first marriage to Marilyn Delgreco of Cheshire. George is the proud descendent of Roger Williams the founder of Providence, RI, and his family has fought in every war for this country since the 1600’s. He continued that tradition with great honor, earning a Bronze Star for Valor in the Korean War. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday November 27, at 10:00 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church, Hamden, CT. Viewing hours will be Monday Nov. 26th at Sisk Brothers Funeral home 3105 Whitney Ave. Hamden from 4-8 PM. Burial will be in All Saints Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, his family requests donations be sent to St. Jude's Children's Hospital 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To leave an online condolence please visit www.siskbrothers.com