Richard Greenwell Williams OGDEN On March 6, 2012, our amazing and loving father, grandfather, brother and true friend, Richard (Dick) Greenwell Williams passed away after a courageous battle with Alzheimers disease surrounded by his family. Dick was born on November 8, 1923 in Ogden, Utah to John Raymond Williams and Pearl Greenwell Williams. He lived an extraordinary life and excelled in almost everything he did, especially sports, coaching, and teaching which he had an undying love for. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and encouraged us daily through example and words to always do our best and make our lives count in all that we do. He had a work ethic and desire to excel like none other. He had many great friendships in his lifetime and inspired many to follow their dreams through his example, his teaching, coaching, and mentoring. Richard G. Williams had a personal and professional sports legacy which will remain throughout the decades. Dick began his amazing sports career while attending Central Jr. High School where he lettered in all sports. He moved onto Ogden High School lettering in football, basketball, baseball and track as well as receiving the gold watch for best all-around athlete. After receiving a scholarship in football to Utah State and playing for one semester of football, Dicks dreams were cut short as the whole football team was called to active duty during World War II. Dick served loyally for four years as a 1st Sergeant in the Army in the Tank-Destroyer Division as well as making all four of the all-star sports teams at Fort Hood, Texas. His sports enthusiasm continued after the war when he returned to Weber State and excelled in football, track and field. In 1947, he won the Standard Examiners Gold Watch for being the top college athlete at Weber. Dick graduated with a Bachelors degree from the University of Utah in 1951 and later received his Masters degree from the University of Utah. In Dicks later years, he continued his love for sports while playing on an acclaimed all-star softball team (Fred M. Nye Co.) with his good buddies well into his mid-forties. Dick was one of those lucky people who was able to do what he loved as a profession. Dicks professional teaching and coaching career started at Central Jr. High in 1956 where he taught and coached for five years. His teams won city titles in football, track and baseball three of his five years there. In 1961 Dick achieved his ultimate dream of coaching and teaching at Weber State. He joined the Wildcats as head baseball coach, assistant football coach as well as assistant coach in track and field. His years of coaching were rewarded with many honors. In 1968 Dick led his baseball team to the NCAA Region 7 playoffs in Denver for the first time ever. Dick was also selected as Big Sky Conference "Coach of the Year" in 1968. In 1996, he was inducted into the Utah Sports Hall of Fame Foundation-Utah Coaches of Merit, and in 2005 he was inducted into the Weber State Sports Hall of Fame. Dick retired from coaching in 1989, but continued his teaching at Weber for 44 years. His love for sports and personal achievement was an inspiration to us all. He mentored many young students who later became future teachers and coaches when he oversaw the secondary student/teaching program. He also became the Mens Intramural Director. Dick married Joyce B. Williams in 1949 and had four children: Debra (Jeff) Wangsgard, Toni (Scott) Lamph, Shelley Williams, and Jeff (Kaylene) Williams. They later divorced. He was a dedicated father to his children and always made time to help them excel in their endeavors. He somehow found time to coach his sons various sports teams throughout the years. In his later years, he continued his love for life by enjoying his dear family and friends, his beloved cabin, golf and fishing with friends. Dick is survived by his four children and their spouses, ten grandchildren: Jared, Josh, Jody, Jessica, Brooke, Jillian, Megan, Lindsey, Christina and Kyle, his brother, Ralph, and a loving, extended family. We will forever miss our beloved father and grandfather until we meet again. Friends may visit family on Monday evening, March 12 from 6 to 8 p.m. or Tuesday, March 13 from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. at Leavitts Mortuary (836-36th St., Ogden). Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. The family expresses their sincere appreciation and will be forever grateful to our dear sister, Toni, for her endless love and superior care she gave to our father for the last five years. The family also wishes to express their deep appreciation to the caring nurses and healthcare professionals at Rocky Mountain Hospice for the support and loving care they gave to our dear, sweet father. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimers Association-Utah Chapter at 855 East 4800 South, Suite 100, Salt Lake City, UT 84107. Send condolences to the family at www.leavittsmortuary.com Visitation Information Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Time: 12:45 pm - 1:45 pm Leavitts Mortuary Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, 84403 801-394-5556 | Map Service Information Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Time: 2:00 pm - Leavitts Mortuary Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, 84403 801-394-5556 | Map Cemetery Information Date: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 Leavitt's Crystal Gardens Mausoleum Address: 836 36th Street, , Ogden, UT, 84403 | Map